Rheinmetall

The Senior Software Engineer, is responsible for: interpreting requirement specifications of products and subsystems associated with the development of software / firmware for all products, including guided products, Fuzes, & SADs, and other products. The incumbent is also responsible for developing conceptual designs according relevant standards and providing guidance with respect to specific software engineering aspects to a multi-disciplinary team involving scientists, engineers, technicians. Based on international developments and new/future requirements, the Senior Software Engineer shall provide input to future technological and technical demands and assist in establishment of capability (know-how & facilities).

• Develop embedded and application software.
• Develop UI/UX interfaces.
• Participate in peer review of code, design and documentation.
• Follow international and in-house standards for the software development life cycle.
• Prepare documentation (eg. Requirements and testing) for verification of software.
• Integrate software for embedded systems.
• Fulfil the role of Technical Authority on software / firmware design, development and testing as part of the development team.
• Design and test software / firmware in collaboration with electronic and mechanical engineers and technicians.
• Design of embedded system hardware, and PCBs.
• Provision of a software engineering service (analysis / design / testing) across several projects or functional groups.
• Ensure design and technical conformance of software to technical requirements.
• Ensure cost and schedule conformance of software development to programme requirements.
• Participate when required in flight tests at test ranges and writing of test reports.
• Baseline control of the generated software.
• Oversee and participate in technical investigations as applicable.
• Degree in Electronic Engineering.
• Post Graduate Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering would be advantageous.
• Proficiency programming in C or similar.
• Proficiency programming in Microsoft Studio or similar.
• Familiarity with TMS processor environments or similar.
• Proficiency in Matlab/Python would be advantageous.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a product / software development environment.
• Formal training in Systems Engineering or Project Management would be advantageous.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and make decisions under pressure.
• Diligent, systematic and organised approach to tasks.
• Teamwork and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Siemens Teamcenter & GitHub experience would be advantageous.
• Altium Designer competency advantageous.
• Highly proficient at writing technical reports and documents as required during various phases of the product development process.
• Fundamental computer literacy: MS Office packages (Excel, Word, Outlook), online collaboration tools e.g. Webex Meetings.
• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events