Graduate Software Engineer

**Graduate Software Engineer \| £43,000 \- £45,000** We're working with a market\-leading pioneer in Defense and Aerospace innovation on this exciting opportunity. This is your chance to kickstart your career by building high\-impact software that protects national security and pushes the boundaries of cyber systems. As a Graduate Software Engineer, you will dive deep into a multi\-language environment, mastering C\+\+, Rust, and Python while working on novel signal processing and cyber\-secure applications. You’ll join a collaborative team dedicated to mentoring the next generation of engineering talent in an industry that truly matters. **The Role** * Develop and optimize mission\-critical software for advanced cyber security systems and defense platforms. * Build novel signal, image, and data processing applications using C\+\+ and Rust to solve complex real\-world problems. * Create full\-stack solutions utilizing HTML, TypeScript, JavaScript, and Python for modern interface development. * Collaborate with senior mentors to design, test, and deploy robust code across the full software development lifecycle (SDLC). * Provide technical support and training to end\-users, ensuring successful integration of complex software solutions. **What You'll Need** * A strong academic background with a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline. * Solid foundational experience in Software Development, specifically with C or C\+\+ (academic projects or internships included). * Exposure to or a strong desire to learn modern languages like Rust, Python, and TypeScript. * A self\-motivated mindset with the ability to work independently on complex problem\-solving tasks. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills to present technical concepts to both peers and customers. **What's On Offer** * Highly competitive starting salary (£43k\-£45k) with clear pathways for rapid career progression. * World\-class training and mentorship within the elite Aerospace and Defense sector. * Opportunity to work on "save\-the\-world" technology including cyber security and advanced signal processing. * A stable, permanent role within a growing consultancy that values long\-term talent development. **Apply via Haystack today!**