Senior ADA Software Engineer @ ALTEN
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Company Description
ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating in over 30 countries. They partner with industry leaders across sectors such as Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, and Rail to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and sustainable transformation.
Job Description
Play a vital role in advancing one of Europe’s most important airborne radar programmes. As a Senior ADA Software Engineer, you will contribute to cutting-edge airborne radar technologies used in advanced military aircraft platforms. You will be embedded in a multidisciplinary team, developing real-time embedded software using Ada and C++ in a complex, safety-critical system. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in defence, aerospace, or other regulated industries.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop robust embedded software in Ada 83/95 and C++
- Produce clear documentation and maintain configuration management
- Deliver technical reports, documentation, and presentations
- Track project milestones and report progress
- Collaborate with Software, Systems, and Integration engineers
- Investigate and resolve complex system integration issues
Qualifications
Required Skills include strong recent experience in ADA programming for embedded systems, proven full software development lifecycle delivery, agile software practices familiarity, and teamwork in small integrated groups. Desirable skills include experience with C++ or Java, radar or sensor system domain knowledge, and real-time safety-critical software constraints. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering or equivalent experience is required. Eligibility for UK SC Security Clearance (Minimum 5 years in the UK) is a must.
Additional Information
Join ALTEN to work on innovative projects, enjoy a rewarding career path, and benefit from competitive salary, private medical insurance, a pension scheme, cycle-to-work, social gatherings, and flexible working arrangements. This is a hands-on, on-site role based in Edinburgh.
Key skills/competency
Senior ADA Software Engineer, Ada, C++, Embedded Systems, Radar, Defence, Aerospace, Agile, Documentation, Integration
How to Get Hired at ALTEN
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- Research ALTEN's culture: Study their projects and innovation approach.
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- Prepare for technical interviews: Focus on embedded and radar systems.