Network Software Engineer

⇒ Role Summary Our client is developing an in-house Network Management System (NMS) to support their radio communications products for defence clients. We are looking for an Application & Network Software Engineer to join the team and help build a proprietary software solution to replace existing vendor software — improving usability, configurability, and long-term product ownership. This is an immediate requirement with a target start in June 2026. ⇒ Main Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain a Windows-based network management application for radio communication systems.

• Build and integrate JSON-based APIs to interface between radio hardware and software applications.

• Migrate and modernise legacy API interfaces to new software architecture.

• Develop intuitive UI/UX to improve usability for end-users in operational environments.

• Support radio configuration tasks — including machine planning, multi-radio combination and deployment configuration.

• Collaborate with hardware engineers on system integration and testing.

• Work with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and validate deliverables.

• Contribute to the evaluation and selection of development approach (open platform integration vs. inhouse build from scratch).

⇒ Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.

• 3–6 years of experience in software or network application development.

• Strong experience with Windows-based software development.

• Proficiency in JSON-based API design and integration.

• Experience with network management systems or communications software is a strong advantage.

• Familiarity with radio communications protocols or defence/government systems is a plus.

• Able to work across both software and hardware integration tasks.

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.

• Experience with 5G network systems or configurations.

• Background in defence, public safety or government technology projects.

• Experience with UI/UX design for operational or field-use applications.