Software Engineer (Java)

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A leading Defence consultancy require a Java Software Engineer to join their team. Initial 6 month contract to be based in Hillend.

**Java Software Engineer**

Vacancies exist for Java experienced Software Engineers in Hillend for a number of project and product development, in particular a suite of Mission Planning Products being developed at our Yeovil site.

The Mission Planning products use an intuitive interface to allow warfighters to plan, brief, rehearse, execute and debrief missions from full force through to individual sorties. For operations as diverse as fixed wing strike, attack helicopters, maritime attack, reconnaissance, autonomous aircraft and support helicopters, the products integrate all sources of Mission Planning and support information.

The planning suite is hosted within a single processor system, developed on a modular basis and written in Java. Within this integrated system the full range of operations, detailed multi-platform tasks with complex mission constraints through to short notice Combined Operations can be rapidly performed and updated.

Software Engineers engaged on the project will be involved in design, implementation and low level testing tasks and will be based at BAE Systems DI premises in Hillend. This role includes the following activities:

* Completion of allocated design and implementation tasks

* Configuration of completed work and management of peer reviews

* Low level testing of completed functionality

* Adherence to project processes

A well rounded background in Software Engineering is required, with a proven ability to deliver against tight timescales. Candidates who can demonstrate capability and experience in some of the following key areas are required.

*Design using UML

*Java development for Desktop and Web applications.

Web development utilising JSP, HTML, CSS and SQL.

*Apache Webserver and Tomcat.

*Use of the Eclipse IDE and RCP framework.

*Experience of OO development.

*Working in a team using the AGILE/Scrum process.

*Good communication and time management skills.

Additionally candidates with experience of Software Test Development and Execution may also be considered for more specialised test design and execution tasks.

It would be an advantage, though not a necessary requirement, to have some knowledge of the military Mission Planning Domain.

In addition candidates should have experience and skills in more than one of the following tools and techniques:

* Experience of Java is essential. Knowledge of other languages such as Ada, C++, C#, SQL useful

* Configuration/Change Control tools

* Software/System Requirements capture, Analysis and Tracking

* DOORS or other Requirements management tools

To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK

Connectus Technology Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.