Lead C++/C# Software Engineer

Lead C++/C# Software Engineer

Stevenage

Up to £65,000 + Bonus + Benefits!

We’re working with a defence technology partner seeking a proactive and passionate Lead Software Developer to join their expanding Simulation and Experimentation division. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, driving innovation in synthetic environments and weapon system representation tools.

This position offers a blend of technical leadership, hands-on coding, and project oversight , working closely with simulation architects and project leads. You’ll design, build, and enhance simulation environments using C++ and C# , contributing to the full development lifecycle — from concept creation, modelling and visualisation, to in-service support and training applications.

The team plays a critical role in developing system architectures and simulation frameworks that support experimentation and system validation for some of the world’s most advanced defence technologies.

• Leading a small software development team delivering high-quality simulation components.
• Contributing to the evolution of synthetic and experimental environments used for weapon system analysis.
• Applying C-family programming expertise to solve real-time simulation challenges.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate models, real products and visualisation tools (including AR/VR).
• Supporting innovation initiatives across the complete product lifecycle.

What's required for this Lead C++/C# Software Engineer position?

• Proven experience as a Lead or Senior Software Engineer with strong knowledge of C++ and C# .
• A creative, adaptable mindset and strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with real-time simulation or standards such as DIS / HLA (advantageous, not essential).
• A collaborative approach to software development across multiple platforms and projects.

If you're an experienced software engineer and you're looking for a new opportunity and a chance to progress your career, please apply to learn more.

If you're interested in this or other software opportunities across the UK, please contact Jack Bird at IC Resources.