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Operational Engineering Consultant
Rapidly Expanding Consultancy - Cheltenham
Security Clearance Required
Excellent Salaries/Benefits Package
We are looking for experienced candidates with a background in technical research and software engineering, to join our Operational Research Engineering team. The team is highly experienced and passionate about delivering quality solutions that blend rapid prototyping with tried and tested software engineering practices. We are always learning something new and have fun doing it.
Our team uses a range of programming languages and emerging technologies to develop prototypes and world-class research that sees rapid real-world impact. The work is conducted in a fast-paced, collaborative and Agile environment, which results in unique and novel solutions to some of the most complex security challenges faced by the UK. Your experience, understanding and input will drive the project forward, typically in projects spanning 2-4 months at a time.
We are looking for members who work best in small teams to deliver products they take pride in. While were looking for well-rounded individuals, it is not uncommon for members to have their particular niche, from RF Engineering to AI. These niches drive everything we do, from requirements capture to product design and delivery. This allows our consultants to align their work with personal interests and skillsets.
The OR-Engineering team continually draws on the wealth of experience provided by the Capability Development team, who specialise in longer-term software engagements. Thats even more people to learn and grow from.
As part of our team, you will
- Design and produce niche solutions with immediate real-world impact, varying from embedded devices to vehicle-based systems.
- Use your skills and experience to propose new ways of combatting emerging Cyber threats.
- Continually develop new skills, reviewing and critiquing the work of those around you to ensure our products have an overwhelmingly positive impact.
The skills youll bring
- Capable of working in small teams to design or extend existing software capabilities.
- Several years of experience writing software solutions across a variety of domains, with extensive familiarity in C, C++ and Python.
- Experience of Agile development in a small team, enforcing best practices for resilient software deliverables (Git, Code Quality, CI/CD, Testing, etc..).
- Thrive on solving difficult and complex problems with often pressing time-constraints, and uncertain outcomes, to achieve something new.
- Take an interest in how a system, product or technology works, and have the ability to dig in to find out more.
- Enjoy sharing their knowledge with team members and customers alike.
- Be self-sufficient in managing their time, even when working across multiple projects simultaneously.
This vacancy is intended for experienced consultants who can demonstrate several years of applicable experience. As grades progress, we are looking for increased expertise, as well as the ability to lead technical projects and recommend new areas for research.
Whilst we are always open to new skills and backgrounds, successful candidates will typically demonstrate several of the skills listed. We would not expect candidates to be proficient in all the areas listed! If you do not meet these requirements, please check ourother vacancieswhich have different skills requirements.
Work Benefits
- Promotions are based on technical excellence and reviewed regularly
- 25 days holiday per year (with bank holidays on top), option to buy/sell up to 5 days per year
- Level up with an extra day of holiday per year, up to an extra 5 days, starting from 2 years' service
- We offer financial support to cover HMRC allowable costs of relocating if youre moving to the area
- Training and development opportunities to support your career aspirations
- O'Reilly books subscription which provides access to huge range of technical books
- Regular events including internal technical conferences, company socials and pizza-fuelled lunchtime seminars
- Free seasonal fruit, tea, coffee, milk, squash and hot chocolate
Health Benefits - Private medical including access to
- Private online GP, and a helpline to speak with various healthcare professionals.
- Physiotherapists, osteopaths or chiropractors for muscle, bone, and joint pain.
- Mental health - counselling, and specialist consultations and treatment with psychologists and cognitive behavioural therapists.
- Annual Health assessment.
Financial Benefits
- A profit share scheme so that everybody is rewarded for company success. This is an annual award that is based on the company hitting its targeted forecast. We have achieved this every year to date.
- 8% company contribution to pension with no minimum requirement for employee contribution.
- Death in Service cover of 4x base salary.
Lifestyle Benefits
- Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave: 12 weeks maternity leave at full pay as soon as you join, further enhanced to 20 weeks full pay from 2 years service. 2 weeks paternity leave at full pay as soon as you join, further enhanced to 4 weeks full pay from 2 years service.
- Enhanced cycle-to-work scheme including the ability to purchase a bike over £1,000 (e-bikes, specialist cycles and trikes allowed).
Salary
We are recruiting staff at all levels in this team, and are able to support market-leading salaries for every grade within our sector/location. We reward staff based on technical excellence and not years of experience, so it's important to us to speak with you to see which grade you would fit into - it's not always obvious from a CV! Your interviewer will spend time during your first interview speaking with you about how your skills and experience map against our grades, and discuss a salary band so that you know early what you can expect if you receive an offer from us. The technical interview will provide a deeper assessment of your skills against your mapped grade which ultimately determines whether you receive an offer and the exact salary.
Location
We are based in the centre of Cheltenham in a stunning new build contemporary office, 5 minutes walk from the local shops and cafes. Ourwebsitehas a few pictures, which you can take a look at.
Additional Details?
Our interview process is quick and to the point: if you look like a good fit for the role, we'll schedule a brief call to discuss it in more detail and answer any questions you may have. If that goes well, we'll arrange a technical interview to understand your level of experience. We aim to get back to you with an answer within a couple of days of the technical interview.
Please note, due to sensitivity of the role, successful applicants must be British Citizens and willing to undergo extensive background checks to obtain asecurity clearance.
If youre looking for a challenging role where you can make a real impact in the world, in a friendly environment and with all the support to advance your career, click apply.
