Software Engineer

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. Job Purpose: To design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software solutions using C, C++, Python, and Linux, ensuring compliance with secure coding practices and quality standards. The role supports Bare Metal and Linux environments, contributes to Agile development processes, and collaborates across cross‑functional teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure applications. As per company policy, this role requires presence in the office 4 days per week. Duties: Support the design, development, testing, debugging, and maintenance of embedded software applications. Follow established software development processes, coding standards, and quality practices. Apply object-oriented software development principles in feature implementation and maintenance activities. Contribute to test-driven software development and software verification activities. Develop and maintain software for Bare Metal and Linux-based embedded target environment Utilize C, C++, Python, and Linux tools to implement and support software solutions. Support cybersecurity compliance activities, including the use of secu