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.