Embedded Ada Software Engineer (Contract)Location: Stevenage Rate: Up to 70 per hour (umbrella) Clearance: SC required to start (UK-Eyes-Only) Contract: 6 months, likely extension Working Pattern: Fully on-site, compressed week availableWe''re looking for an experienced Embedded Ada Software Engineer to join a busy software team working on high-integrity, real-time defence systems. You''ll play a central role in developing and testing embedded software for PowerPC-based platforms, contributing to a portfolio of innovative and mission-critical products.What you''ll be doingDeveloping real-time embedded software in AdaTesting embedded software on host and target platformsCreating test requirements, test scripts and documentationUsing debuggers, probes, oscilloscopes and logic analysersSupporting integration with systems, electronics and test teamsWorking independently while contributing to a small, collaborative teamProducing clear, professional documentation throughout the lifecycleWhat we''re looking forStrong experience developing software in AdaEmbedded software experience on PowerPC processorsHands-on test experience with typical embedded lab toolsExperience with DOORSUnderstanding of UML/SysML and model-based developmentAbility to produce reliable, well-structured, fully documented softwareComfortable working in an on-site lab environmentProactive mindset and able to support or mentor others when neededWho this would suitSomeone who enjoys solving technical problems, work