Radar Software Engineer

Cambridge
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Radar Software Engineer

Location: Cambridge

Type: Permanent - Hybrid working (3 days office/ 2 days remote)

Salary: Up to £50,000 depending on experience

About the Company

Tech Connect Group is working with an established Aero/ Defence Technology SME based in the wider Cambridge area. They are a leading designer and manufacturer of radar systems whose patented and industry-leading radar technologies are deployed in over 35 countries for applications including border surveillance, perimeter security, and infrastructure monitoring.

The Opportunity

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop software for the company’s radar systems.

  • Create software interfaces for integration with third-party surveillance and security systems.

  • Enhance and improve software functionality with a focus on user experience.

    Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Proficient in C++ (Essential)

  • Strong understanding and hands-on experience with object-oriented software design.

  • Analytical and creative problem-solving abilities.

  • Comfortable working directly with end customers and users.

    Preferred Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree in software engineering, computer science, or an engineering/science discipline with a software focus.

  • Experience developing command and control (C2) software for security or defence applications.

  • Familiarity with Geographic Information System (GIS) data and its manipulation.

  • Experience working with SQL databases.

  • Knowledge of user interface (UI) design and user experience (UX) best practices.

  • Understanding of real-time software development principles.

  • Experience with embedded Linux systems and embedded software development.

  • Exposure to machine learning techniques and classification methodologies.

  • Familiarity with Python or similar scripting languages.

  • Strong mathematical and statistical analysis skills.

  • Valid driver’s licence and passport for occasional business travel related to projects

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