Software Engineer

The Software Engineer will be responsible for the full software development lifecycle of safety‑critical aerospace systems, from requirements definition through to design, development, verification, validation, and ongoing support.

You will work in a structured V‑Model development environment, contributing to software that meets stringent certification and regulatory standards. The role involves close collaboration with systems, hardware, and verification engineers and may include providing technical leadership within a SCRUM‑based team.

Education:

• BEng / BSc in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Minimum 5 years experience in software development within a technical or engineering environment
• Strong hands‑on experience in C / C++
• Proven experience developing safety‑critical software systems
• Exposure to RTCA DO‑178B / DO‑178C standards (highly advantageous)
• Experience working within a formal V‑Model development process
• Embedded and application‑level software development experience
• Ability to analyse system‑level requirements and translate them into high‑level and low‑level software requirements
• Experience in software verification, validation, and integration
• Ability to write and review technical documentation and test cases
• Exposure to defect investigation, root‑cause analysis, and resolution
• Experience in an aerospace, avionics, or defence environment (advantageous)
• Ability to provide technical guidance or leadership within a team

Our client operates within the aerospace sector, delivering advanced, mission‑ and safety‑critical software solutions. The organisation offers a highly regulated, engineering‑driven environment focused on precision, compliance, and long‑term technical development.

Preference may be given to South African citizens due to the nature of the environment.

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