World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Java Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 12 month contract. The role will be onsite but a 4 day working week (Monday to Thursday) is OK. Contract Duration: 12 Months initially and then ongoing Hourly Rate:£65.00ph (Umbrella) Java Software Engineer Job Description: The team, at the Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems; developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. Responsibilities: This is a very hands-on role and requires the continued design and development of new and evolving software tools and architectures, and the instantiations for future products. Perfect for a Software Engineer who is proactive and takes the initiative. Skillset/experience required: A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. Experience of working in Java Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development. Experience of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability Experience in other languages suchas Ada Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating