C# Software Engineer Location: Stevenage, UK Contract: 12 months Rate: £49.70/hour PAYE (£56.93/hour incl. holiday) or £65/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. Overview Contribute to the development of advanced defence systems across the full product life cycle, from concept through to in-service support. The role focuses on creating and integrating simulation components, digital twins, and emulators that accurately represent weapon systems within synthetic environments. Responsibilities

Design, develop, and integrate simulation software using C# and C++. Collaborate with project leads and architects to deliver complete system representations. Implement configuration control, continuous integration, and test-driven development practices. Work within an agile, multidisciplinary team to deliver validated simulation solutions. Support activities such as system integration, verification, validation, and training.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in C# and C++. Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio or Eclipse. Strong analytical ability to translate system-level concepts into technical detail. Competent with Windows and Linux operating systems. Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

Desirable Skills

Familiarity with distributed simulation standards (DIS, HLA, DDS). Experience developing web services (JavaScript, Node.js or similar). Knowledge of military communication protocols (1553/1760, Ethernet TCP/IP). Understanding of system integration principles and processes.

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