World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit a Technical Software Documentation Officer subcontractor on an initial 12-month contract.
** The department are not looking for a Software Engineer (this is not an engineer position). They are looking for someone with Documentation experience, ensuring all is correct for software releases. The role will require an understanding of the software process. **
Rate: £65 per hour
Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and a quarter’
Location: Bristol
Hybrid / Remote working: The role will be onsite – but the department are happy for the role to be worked on a 4-day week (Monday to Thursday) basis
Duration: 12 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter
IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)
Interview process: One stage video interview process
Technical Software Documentation Officer Job Description:
Capable, self-driven and flexible software professional to support multiple development teams in project management and software delivery.
It would suit someone who enjoys multi-tasking, project management support and can act as a lynchpin, enabling the company to successfully to deliver fully qualified software products.
What the department are looking for;
A process champion to assist our software development teams with planning, documentation, configuration and delivery. Key skills required include:
Experience of software process in high reliability, safety or regulated sectors
Experience of Software Engineering Lifecycle
Knowledge of Project Management principles
Role includes:
Providing software input and configuration management
Supporting multiple programmes
Directly interfacing with software engineers and project leaders
Supporting internal customer teams, such as Test and lab custodians
Supporting delivery of Integration deliverables
Other info:
This role supports a large range of project and people simultaneously, a constantly evolving challenge
This role is for someone who likes to be aware of the big picture, as it constantly involves activities across the software lifecycle
This role is for someone who wants to work in software and enjoys multi-tasking
Ideal for someone who is thinking about a move to project management