Software Development Engineer

Overview

Our Client based in Basildon are looking for an experienced Software Development Engineer to join a specialist engineering team delivering secure Windows-based software systems for safety-critical and defence-related applications. This is a Temporary position until April 2026 with the possibility of extension.

This role would suit a self-motivated engineer who is comfortable joining a project mid-stream, investigating existing code, and contributing to the next phase of development within a structured software lifecycle. You will receive an initial onboarding period, followed by hybrid working with occasional on-site access to specialist test hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Windows applications using C#/.NET
• Contribute to secure communications software, including WCF-based components
• Review, understand, and reverse engineer existing code where documentation may be limited
• Work within a formal...