Octopus Computer Associates
Bath, Somerset
May 19, 2026
Contractor
SPARK/ADA Software Developer - Bath and remote - 2 months+ One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a SPARK/ADA Software Developer. For this role you will need to be onsite in Bath 2-3 times a week. Please find some details below: Must have experience of SPARK or ADA At least 6 years' experience as a S/W Engineer in industry Ideally have experience in leadership roles You will take on lead roles in the development of our safety critical software. This may be setting direction for a customer in a small, high value consultancy job or assuming a lead role development or test role in one of our large software development projects. Depending on your particular area of strength your responsibilities might include: Shaping technical strategy on bids and projects basing your approach on our standard life cycle model, extensive quality management system and development toolset and techniques. Taking lead consultancy roles to shape how our customers approach their software challenges. Taking a lead in the generation of software requirements, architecture and design Taking a lead in the development of software and systems Taking a lead in the testing of software and systems Working with the safety team to provide evidence against the relevant standards Line managing and/or mentoring junior staff and support their competency growth. Being an advocate for our correctness-by-construction approach both internally within our business and externally with our clients Work with our market sales teams to support bidding for new projects Your profile Essential Strong knowledge of the whole safety critical software development life cycle. Extended expertise in either requirements, development or test. Experience in at least one of the following markets: aerospace, transport, defence, rail, automotive. Experience of applying relevant standards such as 61508, 50128, 26262, 00-55, ED-109, DO-178 etc. Track record of the technical leadership of high value software development projects. Experience in leading people, building careers and capability. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with others Self-motivated and able to use initiative Organised, good time management and prioritisation Methodical approach to work, with good attention to details and strong logic and reasoning skills Desirable Degree qualified in software engineering or related/relevant subject. Chartered Engineer and member of the IEEE or BCS. Knowledge and experience in static analysis techniques Education Computer Science degree, or other scientific degree with software element. This role may require obtaining the relevant level of security clearance. Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.