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Want to join a company that is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance minimum 5 years UK residency Working: On site Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. Senior Test Development Engineer This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to further develop their technical expertise within a strong R&D environment. As the team continues to grow, there will also be clear opportunities for progression into more senior roles. In this position, you will be responsible for the design, manufacture, verification, validation, and lifecycle support of test equipment at board, sub-system, and system level. You will contribute to advanced technologies supporting Control Actuation Systems, Guidance Electronics, and GPS Anti-Jamming capabilities across land, sea, air, and space domains. Key Responsibilities Design and develop functional test equipment for electronic systems Lead and support hardware and software integration, including troubleshooting activities Provide lifecycle and production support, including issue resolution and obsolescence management Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver robust and scalable test solutions Lead design reviews and produce high-quality technical documentation Mentor and support the development of junior engineers Essential Skills & Experience Test development hardware design Creation of wiring schedules System interface design Working knowledge of NI LabVIEW and/or TestStand Strong technical documentation skills Experience handing over designs into production environments Excellent hardware troubleshooting capability Experience supporting and debugging system integration Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (minimum BPSS) Desirable Experience Significant industry experience in test development Knowledge of PXI/LXI test architectures Understanding of measurement uncertainty and its application Experience with LabVIEW, CVI, TestStand, and C# Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.

Are you ready to redefine defence technology and lead innovative software solutions that truly make a difference? This is your chance to join a company at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions. As a Chief Software Architect , you will lead and shape the software engineering strategy for advanced cyber and defence systems, overseeing a team of engineers across multiple high-security projects. The position focuses on defining software architectures, driving best-practice development processes, and ensuring collaboration across software, hardware, systems, and firmware teams to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions. The role requires deep expertise in embedded and application software development using technologies such as C/C++, Rust, Linux, and RTOS environments, alongside experience with DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development standards. In addition to technical leadership, the architect will mentor engineers, support bids and proposals, influence organisational software standards, and contribute to the delivery of mission-critical defence technologies requiring DV security clearance. What You Will Do: - Provide technical leadership across multiple projects, ensuring optimal approaches, architecture, and tool chains are selected. - Collaborate with stakeholders to develop software requirements, architectures, and designs that meet system and security needs. - Work closely with software leads and project managers to create development plans that deliver value early to customers. - Mentor and coach software engineers, sharing knowledge and driving process improvements for technical excellence. - Specify, design, and review software using UML and SysML modelling tools, ensuring high-quality, modular, and compliant solutions. - Champion best practices in software development, including continuous integration, automated testing, and secure coding standards. What You Will Bring: - Advanced knowledge and experience in C/C++, Rust, or embedded product development, including RTOSes. - Expertise in software engineering practices, methodologies, and technology trends. - Proven track record of delivering complex software solutions to schedule while exceeding customer expectations. - Experience with tools such as version control systems, change control, bug tracking, and automated testing frameworks. - Familiarity with defence or high-assurance development standards, including coding standards like MISRA. This company is committed to delivering innovative solutions that empower decision-making at both tactical and strategic levels. As a Chief Software Architect , you will be instrumental in driving technical excellence and ensuring the success of critical programmes that protect lives and enhance global security. Your contributions will align with the company's values of trust, collaboration, and innovation, making a real impact in the defence industry. Location: The role is an onsite role in Maidenhead, offering good flexibility with working hours. Interested?: If you're ready to take your career to the next level and lead transformative software projects, apply now to become the Chief Software Architect . Don't miss the opportunity to make a difference in the future of defence technology. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Our client, a recognised leader in the Defence & Security industry, is seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Chertsey. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects within a collaborative environment, delivering innovative software solutions that meet stringent industry standards. The ideal candidate will lead software design activities, mentor team members, and ensure the successful delivery of complex systems aligned with defence sector requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead software design efforts, translating system requirements into robust solutions Supervise and mentor design engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, defining interfaces with firmware and electronics Present software designs to project teams and clients at various project stages Monitor progress and ensure software packages are delivered within agreed timescales and budgets Enforce compliance with project and company procedures, standards, and quality benchmarks Provide technical leadership, oversee verification, validation, and integration activities Job Requirements: Proven experience in architectural and detailed software design, particularly in defence or similar high-security environments Strong background in implementing and testing software in C++, with familiarity across Linux and Windows platforms Experience using industry-standard IDEs and version control tools Understanding of structured software verification, validation, and documentation Demonstrable leadership and mentoring skills in software engineering teams Proficiency with UML-based design tools, especially Enterprise Architect Ability to attain DV or SC UK security clearance; sole UK nationality essential Minimum BSc in Engineering, Maths, or related Science subject or equivalent experience Desirable Skills & Experience: Experience in acoustic signal processing, embedded, and real-time applications Knowledge of system integration and acceptance processes Familiarity with containerised software, such as Docker or similar tools Willingness to travel occasionally as required Benefits: Opportunity to work on advanced defence projects in a dynamic team Continuous professional development and training Collaborative environment with leading industry experts Permanent employment with complex and rewarding challenges If you are a senior software engineer with a solid background in defence systems and a passion for leading high-calibre teams, this is your chance to make an impact. Apply now to join our client's innovative and forward-thinking team in Chertsey.

Quality Manager Based at our Cyber Centre of Excellence in Maidenhead. Ultra I&C's Cyber business are seeking an experienced individual to join the team as Quality Manager. In the role, you will lead and manage the operational performance of the Quality team in Cyber; equipping and enabling the business to achieve its objectives, whilst ensuring products, services and projects consistently meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain SC security clearance. Key Responsibilities: Serve as technical lead for Quality activities across the Cyber business. Develop and implement best practice Quality policies and processes that enhance business performance using recognised process performance methodologies. Provide expert guidance and operational support to maintain ongoing certification to AS9100 and ISO9001 standards. Lead audits and inspections, ensuring timely identification and closure of findings. Oversee the execution of corrective actions and ensure resolution of non-compliance issues within agreed timelines. Regularly report Quality metrics and activities to the Senior Leadership Team, delivering accurate and timely updates on key performance indicators. Design and promote quality training programs and awareness initiatives across the organisation. Manage audits and assessments of production processes, products, and suppliers to verify adherence to quality standards and specifications. Advise Senior Leadership on quality concerns, process improvements, and performance optimisation opportunities. Champion the standardisation of processes across the Cyber business while ensuring compliance with UK legal and Customer specifications and standards. Lead the development and management of all Quality aspects within the Cyber supply chain Oversee quality management for Software, Firmware, and Hardware products. Collaborate effectively with key stakeholders to support delivery and ensure alignment with Quality and Cyber business strategies. Manage and mentor direct reports (Quality Engineers), fostering a high-performing team committed to continuous improvement. Required Skills & Experience: Essential: Demonstrable Quality management experience within the Aerospace / Defence industry. Demonstrable experience of ERP systems (preferably IFS) Demonstrable experience of supporting organisations to achieve compliance to the AS 9100 series of Standards and ISO9001 standards Skilled in implementing and maintaining Quality Management Systems (QMS) the BMS Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a small quality team. Excellent communicator and collaborator, capable of influencing stakeholders and promoting quality initiatives. Proficient in data analysis, root cause identification, and problem-solving to resolve quality issues. Track record of identifying improvement opportunities and implementing changes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Champion of continuous improvement, applying methodologies to drive operational excellence and process enhancements. Desirable: Experience of APQP and PPAP methodologies Understanding of the engineering lifecycle to align quality practices with development stages, ensuring effective integration of quality checkpoints. Membership or progress towards membership of the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI). AS9100 Lead Auditor certification, specific to aerospace and defence quality standards. Notice Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance for the role. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. For more information, please visit the UKSV website. Our Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Participation in an Annual Bonus Scheme Private Medical Cover 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) with the option to buy an extra 5 days Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with opportunity for a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Security Clearance Allowance where relevant and subject to you holding the required security clearance Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement At Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be the best version of yourself. We also believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures will increase our diversity of thinking, ensuring we successfully deliver to our customers. We, therefore, do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We also support requests for flexible working arrangements wherever possible.

Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation (Seeker) An exciting role for a Systems Engineer to be involved in a variety of projects developing ground breaking technologies through the use of Modelling & Simulation. With opportunities to support field trials and work with a dedicated team of Engineers to help your own career development this role is one not to be missed! Salary : From £ 40,000 to £58,000 depending on experience Locations : Stevenage Bristol Bolton Dynamic (hybrid) working : 3-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Systems Engineer opportunity: We are looking for Systems Engineers to join a growing team to perform activities including modelling, algorithm development and systems studies. Our work covers simulation and modelling of the entire Seeker chain from radar propagation, to hardware response, to the embedded software algorithms on-board the Seeker. These algorithms are developed in, and auto-coded directly from our models, allowing us to rapidly test, iterate, and deliver sophisticated defence capability. There are roles available across multiple Seeker programmes, from those in the early concepting phase (including developing groundbreaking technologies like Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESAs) and highly integrated multi-mode sensors), through assessment and development phases (such as Future Cruise Anti-Ship Weapon FC/ASW) and, supporting spiral development on our in-service phase Seekers. You may have the opportunity to get involved in a variety of other activities within our department including support to field trials and lab testing. There are numerous progression and development opportunities available, as well as interaction with stakeholders across a dynamic multi-national engineering team. We are also looking for more experienced engineers wishing to develop their leadership skills across teams and work packages. What we're looking for from you: Degree level qualification in a STEM subject or equivalent experience Modelling and Coding with proficiency in MATLAB Algorithm Development Data Analysis and Technical Report Writing Desirable experience: Advanced MATLAB Proficiency in Simulink including Embedded Coder Formal software or firmware development experience, especially C and HDL Knowledge of RF systems and digital signal processing Model verification, configuration control and model release processes Continuous Integration and Testing Machine Learning and AI You will be an adaptable and proactive individual who enjoys finding innovative solutions to complex engineering problems. Most importantly, if you have a passion for the industry and technology, then we want to see you! Our department is an encouraging community, in which you can develop your skills, gain experience and progress your career, giving you exposure to some incredible technologies and products. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

DV Cleared End User Computing Technical Lead 720 Per Day, Inside IR35 Taunton - 4 Days Per Week On-site DV Clearance Require 6 Months Contract Your new company A large Government organisation based in Taunton Your new role The EUC Technical Lead acts as the senior technical authority for all end-user computing (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals), handling escalations, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring the team while driving best practices and standards. They also lead evaluation and rollout of new EUC technologies, ensure security/compliance, identify improvement opportunities through support trend analysis, and represent EUC interests on cross-team projects. Responsibilities Advanced Support & Escalation (30%) - Senior escalation point for complex/high-impact incidents; resolves intricate issues across devices; guides engineers during major incidents. Technical Leadership & Mentoring (20%) - Coaches the team, advises on difficult cases and emerging tech, fosters a learning culture. Engineering Improvement & Automation (15%) - Analyses trends, drives automation and tooling to reduce incidents and improve service quality. Technology Evaluation & Implementation (10%) - Assesses new tools/platforms, leads technical design for rollouts aligned with standards and security. Standards, Documentation & Governance (10%) - Maintains best-practice guides, ensures compliance, supports governance/assurance. Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects (10%) - Partners with other IT teams, represents EUC in projects and change initiatives. Service Insight & Reporting (5%) - Tracks performance/risks and reports to leadership. What you'll need to succeed Directs others on technical tasks; strong written/oral communication for org-wide reports and presentations. Analyses complex business requirements and recommends solutions. Makes timely decisions weighing priorities, constraints, and available information. Tracks progress against targets and resolves exceptions. ITIL and service management best practice. EUC technology expertise (SCCM, Windows, M365, Intune, networking, file sharing, remote access). Software solution design and implementation experience. IT security awareness, particularly MOD standards/accreditation. Knowledge of industry/professional standards (programming, ISO 9000 quality processes). Understanding of testing principles, methods, and lifecycle management. Developing Self and Others: Identifies skill gaps, sets development goals, coaches/mentors team, promotes inclusion, seeks feedback for continuous improvement. Delivering at Pace: Keeps team focused on priorities, balances procedure with innovation, ensures the right resources are available, monitors progress, reprioritises under pressure What you'll get in return 720 Per Day, Inside IR35 6 Months Contract What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Principal Firmware Engineer (FPGA) 1701 Location: Edinburgh (primarily onsite, with limited remote working) Duration: 12 Months (Inside IR35) Rate: £70 per hour Umbrella We seek an engineer with recent high-integrity or safety-critical industry experience (defence, aerospace, or similar), or eligible for UK security clearance. Overview An opportunity has arisen for a Principal Firmware Engineer to join a multidisciplinary engineering team developing advanced FPGA and firmware solutions for complex, high-performance electronic systems. The role covers the full development lifecycle, including requirements capture, architecture development, FPGA design, integration, verification, and qualification activities. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, support engineering best practice, and contribute to the development of next-generation digital systems. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of FPGA and firmware solutions for complex electronic systems. Capture, analyse, and manage hardware and firmware requirements. Develop architectural concepts and technical solutions for advanced system functionality. Perform FPGA design, implementation, analysis, and optimisation. Produce technical documentation and support formal design reviews. Define and execute integration, verification, and test strategies. Ensure compliance with established firmware development processes and standards. Collaborate with hardware, software, systems, and verification teams throughout the development lifecycle. Mentor and support junior engineers. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering/science discipline. Strong FPGA design and development experience. Experience with FPGA technologies from major vendors such as Xilinx, Intel (Altera), or Microchip (Microsemi). Proven experience in requirements capture and management. Experience developing test plans, integration activities, and design verification processes. Ability to define and develop complex system and firmware concepts. Experience preparing and presenting technical material for design reviews. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills within multidisciplinary teams. Desirable Skills VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and UVM experience. MATLAB/Simulink and model-based design methodologies. FPGA simulation, verification, and design tools. Requirements management and traceability tools. Experience within regulated, safety-critical, aerospace, defence, or similar engineering environments.

Senior Software Engineer - DV Cleared Location: Portsmouth, UK (3 days per week onsite) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time Security Clearance: Active MoD DV Clearance Required Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum iO associates are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to support the maintenance, enhancement, and modernisation of complex software systems within a secure environment. Requirements Active DV clearance. Strong software engineering experience in Python and C/C++ development. Strong understanding of software architecture, system integration, and modern engineering practices. Proven ability to lead technical investigations, solve complex problems, and implement sustainable solutions. Experience mentoring engineers and driving high standards of software quality.

Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.

Locations: East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber The Role Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. Please click on the link for details. We're recruiting for a Lead Developer here at Justice Digital , to be part of our warm and collaborative Developer Experience team which sits in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO). This role aligns against the Lead Developer Role from the Government Digital and Data Framework OCTO sets technical direction across the organisation. It defines standards, shapes platforms and ways of working, and supports teams to build and operate services that are secure, reliable and sustainable. This role focuses on improving how engineers work by defining standards and ensuring they are implemented through shared tooling rather than guidance alone. You will play an integral part in central teams responsible for Developer Experience (DevX) and the Developer Portal, working closely with platform, security and architecture teams. You'll be confident working with other developers on our tech stack and comfortable learning new technologies and systems. We use a variety of different technologies and will work with you to place you in a team that matches your skills, interests and aspirations wherever possible. You will work with user researchers, product managers, designers, delivery managers, technical architects and content specialists who share a vision for improving government through smarter use of technology. You can find more details of the Benefits we offer here . To help picture your life at MoJ Justice Digital, Data and Science please take a look at our blog. Our Tech Stack We use a range of technologies and we're looking for people who specialise in one or more of them (Python or Java) and who love learning new languages and frameworks. For example, we might use Python to write our application code, Circle CI or GitHub Actions for CI/CD, Sentry for application monitoring, Kubernetes and Docker to schedule and run our services (read about our Cloud Platform), AWS for most of our infrastructure, GOV.UK Design System for our web interfaces and use Macbook Pros. For front-end development, we value a robust understanding of the underlying web technologies. We value well-maintained, open-source tools that can be used to produce semantic HTML, performant CSS and unobtrusive JavaScript or TypeScript, and we assess all our services against accessibility criteria. We're happy to help you learn our tech stack once you're part of our team, and do not require an exact match in your experience of languages. Check out GitHub for a closer look at the technologies we use, and a complete list of services that we build and maintain. We subscribe to the manifesto for agile software development. Our Community We currently have over 200+ experienced developers who make up the engineering community across the MoJ. You will coach and mentor junior colleagues and take part in informal support networks with your peers. You will be encouraged to play an active role in the engineering community and culture. We take the responsibility of supportive and effective line management very seriously. We will value the skills you bring to the civil service and help you to build on them. When the time is right, we will support moving between teams or government departments to learn different technologies, or take on more responsibility, according to your career goals. Take a look at our developer blog to get a sense of our work and culture. Key Responsibilities This role combines a number of key disciplines in addition to hands-on development and writing code. You will inspire, mentor, coach, manage and lead software developers within a business domain. You will also focus on generating a culture of quality, maintaining balance between building sustainable well architected products and unlocking citizen value early The areas of your responsibility for leadership will shift between people, architecture, development and product strategy, depending on context and need You will contribute to the technical leadership in DevX team, specifically Developer Tooling. There will be opportunity to line manage several Senior Developers as the team expands into Developer Portal. Technical Leadership Taking responsibility for tickets and releasing production ready code Collaborate with Technical Architects and Product Managers to set product direction Collaborate with Technical Architects to help in the design of systems and implementation of coherent and sustainable technical roadmaps Lead discussions with Developers to nurture consensus on technical/team decisions Support backlog refinement, helping plan, define and prioritise actionable tasks for the team Build inclusivity and understanding by promoting strategies to share technical knowledge of our systems with appropriate documentation and other activities Support Delivery Managers in unblocking value where necessary and/or honest representations of effort in an agile environment as the teams learn more Engineering Management Managing, coaching and growing people with a focus on their wellbeing and development Support Delivery Managers in improving team maturity Engineering Profession Work with your local Principal Developer and the wider community to improve and maintain good coding standards and practices Help provide feedback on wider technical strategy of your business unit Share knowledge and build enthusiasm for sharing via activities like brown bags, cooperative workshops, chat discussions and other means Encourage open discussion and drive communities in our primary communication tools Have a mindset for growth and learning looking for emerging technologies, tools and good practice Help build and maintain a diverse, inclusive culture across the development community, growing awareness, inclusivity, and balance Take part in the recruitment and onboarding of other Developers If this feels like an exciting challenge, something you are enthusiastic about, and want to join our team please read on and apply! Person Specification Essential You can demonstrate proven experience of Python or Java. You have experience of software development and writing production ready code. You have experience nurturing a culture of good software practice that makes change easy. You can share evidence of growing your skills in technical leadership, and advocating for your team. You have coached other people. You have contributed towards building a high performing, inclusive team culture. You have experience in delivering better value sooner and safer, through DevOps, XP or other ways of working that lead to agility and collaboration. You enjoy building long-lasting relationships and trust with others. You have proven technical leadership skills. You have grown sustainable teams. Willingness to be assessed against the requirements for SC clearance.

DV Cleared End User Computing Technical Lead £720 Per Day, Inside IR35 Taunton - 4 Days Per Week On-site DV Clearance Require 6 months Contract Your new company A large Government organisation based in Taunton Your new role The EUC Technical Lead acts as the senior technical authority for all end-user computing (desktops, laptops, mobile, peripherals), handling escalations, complex troubleshooting, and mentoring the team while driving best practices and standards. They also lead evaluation and rollout of new EUC technologies, ensure security/compliance, identify improvement opportunities through support trend analysis, and represent EUC interests on cross-team projects. Responsibilities Advanced Support & Escalation (30%) - Senior escalation point for complex/high-impact incidents; resolves intricate issues across devices; guides engineers during major incidents. Technical Leadership & Mentoring (20%) - Coaches the team, advises on difficult cases and emerging tech, fosters a learning culture. Engineering Improvement & Automation (15%) - Analyses trends, drives automation and tooling to reduce incidents and improve service quality. Technology Evaluation & Implementation (10%) - Assesses new tools/platforms, leads technical design for rollouts aligned with standards and security. Standards, Documentation & Governance (10%) - Maintains best-practice guides, ensures compliance, supports governance/assurance. Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects (10%) - Partners with other IT teams, represents EUC in projects and change initiatives. Service Insight & Reporting (5%) - Tracks performance/risks and reports to leadership. What you'll need to succeed Directs others on technical tasks; strong written/oral communication for org-wide reports and presentations. Analyses complex business requirements and recommends solutions. Makes timely decisions weighing priorities, constraints, and available information. Tracks progress against targets and resolves exceptions. ITIL and service management best practice. EUC technology expertise (SCCM, Windows, M365, Intune, networking, file sharing, remote access). Software solution design and implementation experience. IT security awareness, particularly MOD standards/accreditation. Knowledge of industry/professional standards (programming, ISO 9000 quality processes). Understanding of testing principles, methods, and life cycle management. Developing Self and Others: Identifies skill gaps, sets development goals, coaches/mentors team, promotes inclusion, seeks feedback for continuous improvement. Delivering at Pace: Keeps team focused on priorities, balances procedure with innovation, ensures the right resources are available, monitors progress, reprioritises under pressure What you'll get in return £720 Per Day, Inside IR35 6 months Contract What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

A well-established technology organisation is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join its growing software engineering function. The business develops advanced control, display, and mission-critical systems used across safety-critical environments. They are looking for experienced software engineers who can take ownership of technical delivery, mentor junior engineers, and contribute throughout the full software development lifecycle. Due to the nature of the role, it is required that candidates must be a sole British citizen and eligible to obtain security clearance. The Role As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in the design, development, integration, and verification of embedded software solutions for complex real-time systems. Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll be involved from requirements capture and architecture definition through to integration, testing, and deployment. You'll also provide technical leadership, support less experienced engineers, and contribute to engineering best practices across multiple projects. From a technical perspective, you will work with the following: Embedded C / C++ UML or other recognised model-based design techniques UML for software design in CAMEO, EA, Rhapsody or integrity Modeler Interfacing software with hardware and development to DO-178B/C Standards About You You'll ideally bring: Strong commercial experience developing software using Embedded C or C++ Experience working across the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through to testing and delivery The ability to mentor and support other engineers Additional experience within highly regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, automotive, rail, or similar sectors would be beneficial. What's on Offer Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience Location & Working Pattern The role is based in Rochester and requires full-time onsite presence. Apply If you're an experienced Software Engineer looking to work on complex engineering challenges, contribute to innovative projects, and play a key role in the development of advanced technology solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

Software Development Specialist / Professional Location: London, Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester (Onsite) Hours: 37.5 hours per week Clearance Requirement: Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is mandatory. About the Role We are seeking engineers with strong IT and engineering skills to build, design, and secure modern technology platforms. You will work in a software-defined, automation-first environment to iterate fast and deploy at pace. Multiple roles are available across different seniority levels. Key Responsibilities Own and deliver automated engineering platform capabilities in a CI/CD environment. Design and evolve CI/CD pipelines and embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). Integrate security controls into workflows so services are secure by design. Support engineering teams, remove manual tasks, and improve platform reliability. Collaborate across development, security, and operations teams. What You'll Need We are looking for a mix of some or all of the following: Development: Experience with Java, Python, JavaScript, C++, or C#. Cloud & Containers: Cloud-native platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Kubernetes/Helm. CI/CD & IaC: GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, or Ansible. Data & Observability: Database technologies and tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK. Core Practices: Agile principles, technical documentation, and security principles (Zero Trust, IAM) Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Systems Engineer Salary: 45,000- 50,000 Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Permanent Full Time We are working with a fast-growing, well-funded deep-tech start-up developing next-generation safety and assurance technology for AI and autonomous systems. This is a unique opportunity to join a business at the forefront of innovation, building critical infrastructure that enables the safe deployment of advanced autonomous technologies across sectors such as aerospace and robotics. The organisation is scaling rapidly and is looking for a Systems Engineer to play a key role in shaping its technical direction, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional engineering teams. This role would suit someone who thrives in a start-up environment, enjoys ownership and is motivated by solving complex, real-world engineering challenges. The Role As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of complex, safety-critical systems with an initial focus on autonomous and unmanned platforms. You'll take ownership of system architecture, ensuring integration across software and hardware components, while guiding projects through the full engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design and develop system architectures for advanced engineering solutions, particularly within autonomous systems Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including software, embedded, safety and machine learning engineers Conduct system-level analysis, trade-off studies and risk assessments Define and manage system requirements, interfaces and specifications Oversee implementation, integration, verification and validation activities Manage the full systems engineering lifecycle from concept through to delivery Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools and methodologies Key Skills & Experience Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar Experience delivering complex, safety-critical systems Strong background in systems architecture and design Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies (e.g. MBSE / SysML) Understanding of software, embedded systems and real-time architectures Experience with safety and certification standards (e.g. DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A) Familiarity with regulatory frameworks within autonomous or aerospace systems Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance and right to work in the UK Working Environment This is a high-growth, ambitious start-up where engineers are empowered to take ownership and contribute directly to the company's success. The team values collaboration, curiosity and technical excellence, and operates in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and initiative are key. You'll be part of a group building cutting-edge technology from the ground up, working on technically challenging problems with real-world impact. What's on Offer Competitive salary (DOE) Opportunity to work on industry-leading technology High-impact role within a scaling business Collaborative and innovative engineering environment Interested? Apply via the link or contact me directly on (url removed) to discuss the role in more detail. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

MBDA is looking for Software Engineers to join the Software Resource and Capability Team, working on Test Equipment software in support of manufacturing, production test, integration and wider engineering activities. Salary:£40,000 - £65000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working:4 to 5 Days a week in the office Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity This is an opportunity to join a growing Test Equipment Software capability supporting MBDA's UK test and manufacturing environment. Test Equipment Software plays a critical role in enabling the configuration, verification, validation and production testing of MBDA products. The software developed and supported by the team is used alongside specialist Test Equipment hardware to prove product conformance, support manufacturing output, investigate test issues and maintain reliable test capability across development and manufacturing environments. The role is practical, varied and production (manufacturing) facing. You will develop, maintain, support and improve software used within complex test systems, including test applications, automated test sequences, diagnostic tools, equipment interfaces, data capture, configuration tools and software that interacts with hardware, firmware, operating systems and production test environments. This is not a role limited to writing code in isolation. It suits engineers who enjoy solving practical engineering problems, working close to real equipment, understanding how software behaves in physical test environments, and helping build reliable, supportable and well documented test solutions. The team will support both stability and improvement: ensuring existing Test Equipment software remains reliable and available, while identifying opportunities to standardise, automate, improve diagnostics, reduce recurring issues and strengthen long-term supportability. What you will be doing You may be involved in: Developing and maintaining software used to control, configure, verify and validate MBDA products through Test Equipment Supporting production & manufacturing facing Test Equipment software and associated test environments Investigating software, hardware, firmware, configuration, interface and integration issues affecting test capability Working with engineers and operators to understand symptoms, reproduce issues, gather evidence and support root-cause analysis Supporting software updates, maintenance activities and controlled changes to Test Equipment software Improving documentation, support notes, runbooks and knowledge capture for critical Test Equipment systems Helping identify recurring issues, support risks, software dependencies and improvement opportunities What we're looking for from you: We are looking for software or electronics engineer with transferable skills into software development and support for Test Equipment solutions. You should have: Strong ability to write software in languages such as C, C++ or C# Some Python experience would be useful but is not essential A practical engineering mindset and an interest in software that interacts with hardware, equipment, firmware, operating systems or real-world test environments Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, including the ability to investigate issues where the root cause may not initially be clear A willingness to support existing systems as well as develop new or improved software solutions A methodical approach to debugging, evidence gathering, documentation and controlled change Good communication skills and the ability to work with Software, Electronics, Electrical, Manufacturing, Test, Validation and Product Design Support teams An interest in mission-critical engineering where software quality, test reliability and production continuity matter You will enjoy this role if you like solving practical technical problems, working close to real products and equipment, and being part of a team that helps keep critical test capability stable, understood and improving over time. Useful experience Experience in any of the following would be beneficial, but is not essential: Test Equipment software or automated test systems Software that interfaces with test instruments such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, signal generators, power supplies, multimeters or similar equipment Hardware/software integration Manufacturing or production support environments Diagnostic or data capture tools Equipment interfaces such as serial, Ethernet, USB, GPIB or similar Windows or Linux-based test environments Firmware or embedded systems awareness LabVIEW, TestStand or similar test tools Configuration management, version control or working in safety-critical, regulated or high-integrity engineering environments Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Training Systems Engineer Be at the forefront of transforming British Army training. About us: At OMNIA Training, we've brought together some of the UK's most innovative defence training organisations under one powerful mission: to transform the British Army's training system and create the best-trained Army in the world. OMNIA are redefining the British Army's collective training. To do that, we are looking for the best and brightest minds from across the UK. We are backed by British innovation and powered by world-class experts, like you. OMNIA is at the heart of the UK's bold Land Industrial Strategy. The role: This is more than a job - it's a mission . You will be part of a high-impact, collaborative environment, where we expect everyone to live the values and standards of the British Army. Every person in our team plays a critical role in delivering OMNIA's vision; designing, delivering, and transforming collective training so the British Army is ready to fight and win. You'll work in a matrix organisation and report operationally through OMNIA Training and functionally through the Systems Solutions Lead. Ultimately, you'll work for the British Army, championing innovation, and helping shape the future of military collective training. Key Responsibilities: Working with a multidisciplined team to define work packages and technical requirements across multiple complex services and capabilities to meet required technical and operational specifications Defining requirements and producing designs. Carries out agreed operational procedures of a routine nature, logging, delegating and quality assuring Act as the technical liaison between engineering teams and supply chain partners, ensuring technical specifications, standards, and integration requirements are clearly communicated and understood. Maintains relevant records and documentation, leads audits Individually contribute to the execution and delivery of key work packages Lead and undertaking activities associated with Systems Engineering, including product development and qualification Work with the OMNIA Training team to assist in the review, analysis, implementation and delivery of advanced training environments and concepts Contributes to maintenance, installation and problem resolution Contributes to and helps improve system operation Provide guidance and mentoring to more junior engineers. Be 'Responsible for championing and fostering a culture of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) compliance and continuous improvement'. Any other duties required to meet the needs of the programme. Who we are looking for: We're after individuals who want to serve. You'll have a mission focus, and the enthusiasm and drive to 'get things done'. You'll want to work in collaboration with other defence training organisations, and the British Army. You won't let bureaucracy get in the way of what needs to be done, you'll learn lessons and share these lessons across the team. You won't necessarily have a military background, but you'll understand what it means to serve and to put the mission first. The OMNIA Training Systems Engineer will be part of the team responsible for the delivery of complex bespoke training systems capabilities, technology and solutions for the Army Collective Training Service (ACTS). Responsible to the Systems Solutions Lead, this position will be critical to the successful technology and interoperability of the entire solution. The position is suited to a Training Technologist or Systems Engineer who has the appetite to develop further into Systems Engineering or Training Solution Systems and thrives on the challenge of tackling requirements definition, design, integration and delivery of a wide range of solutions across a broad spectrum of technologies, including simulation systems and synthetic environments. This will be done following the System Engineering process through the lifecycles through waterfall and agile methodologies. A key part of the role will be liaising across third parties and subcontractors to ensure their technical deliveries are aligned through the supply chain. This position requires a customer first mindset, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability work in a multidisciplinary engineering team in a complex and evolving environment. Essential Skills and Experience: Working in multi-disciplinary teams within a system engineering environment. Knowledge of Systems Engineering Process (ISO 15288) Experience of writing system requirements and producing design documentation. Knowledge in the System Engineering V-model lifecycles and processes. Writing technical specifications and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) Systems Engineering technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques Experience with the Atlassian Suite, working with Jira, Confluence Engineering background with a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience Ability to translate operational and technical requirements into practical system architectures, designs and implementation plans Experience supporting technical deployments within structured delivery environments (e.g. Agile or SAFe) Experience supporting system testing, validation, and troubleshooting during deployment and operational phases Experience of Cloud Service and hosting with AWS or Azure. Holds, or is eligible to obtain, UK Security Clearance (SC). Desirable Skills and Experience: Experience of writing training system requirements and designs across the Live Virtual and Constructive environments. Engineering, (mechanical, electrical, software, systems) Awareness of TOGAF and/or NAFv4 Experience delivering multi-system integration projects within defence, government, or highly regulated environments. Working knowledge of Training Systems standards and frameworks (DIS/HLA/SISO) Experience implementing and configuring training solution technologies across Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) environments. Experience working with external suppliers and vendors to deliver integrated technical solutions, including reviewing technical documentation to ensure alignment with system/architecture requirements and standards. Experience supporting procurement or supply chain teams by translating technical specifications and integration requirements. Understanding of interoperability standards or integration frameworks used within enterprise or defence systems. Experience or knowledge of Combined Arms Virtual Simulations (CAVS) or Tactical Engagement Systems (TES) What we offer: Be Part of a Groundbreaking Mission Join the UK's most advanced defence training alliance, where industry experts converge to push boundaries and deliver excellence. A Culture Built on Collaboration Work in an inclusive, high-performing team that celebrates ideas, supports growth, and is laser-focused on delivering results. Team dynamics You will be part of a team that works together, across multiple organisations united in one mission. Work Across Borders, United in Purpose Operate across organisations with one shared goal - improving capability across all domains. Drive Innovation Your voice matters. We champion new ideas, welcome change, and believe in continuous improvement with a growth mind-set. Shape the Future Play a crucial role in a long-term, future-facing programme with real-world impact on national defence. Career Growth & Benefits Enjoy a strong benefits package, ongoing development opportunities, and clear pathways to progress within a trusted defence industry partner.

Python Engineer Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week (Can do condensed hours) £65,000 to £85,000 DOE Immediate Start (Ideally within the next two weeks) Must be willing to go through SC and DV Clearance I am working on behalf of a National Security client based out of Cheltenham who are looking for a Senior Python Engineers to join them on a Permanent basis. We're looking for a Python Engineer who has led end-end projects and enjoys solving complex technical problems in areas like software defined radio. The role would suit someone open to working with C/C++ alongside core Python development. If you are currently working in Security, Defence or Financial Services this would be a big bonus for the client. Again, this role will be based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week and you must be SC Cleared to be considered. If you're interested, please do respond with your updated CV as I will be calling through applicants in order of receipt Python Engineer Based out of Cheltenham 4-5 Days per week (Can do condensed hours) £65,000 to £85,000 DOE Immediate Start (Ideally within the next two weeks) Must be willing to go through SC and DV Clearance

Software Engineer (DV Cleared) London/Cheltenham/Manchester/Ipswich | 5 days onsite A leading global technology company is expanding its specialist security engineering capability and is seeking DV-cleared engineers to help build and operate modern, highly automated platforms supporting critical environments. The Role You'll work in a software-defined, automation-first environment , designing and delivering scalable platforms using modern engineering practices. This includes building CI/CD pipelines, implementing Infrastructure-as-Code, and embedding security principles into development from day one. Key Requirements Strong software development background (eg Java, Python, C#, etc.) Experience with CI/CD (Jenkins, GitLab), cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), containers (Kubernetes/Docker), or IaC (Terraform/Ansible) Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly secure, onsite environment Active DV clearance Desirable Exposure to DevOps/platform engineering environmentsKnowledge of security-first engineering practices Experience in defence, government, or secure programmes

You will be able to adapt to new engineering situations and be comfortable in abstracting detail in order to understand the simulation and missile's behaviour! Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are looking for ambitious engineers with a growth mind-set to join our team. If you are the right person for us, you will seek a supportive environment, surrounded by passionate experts while being a part of a collaborative and driven team. The Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) team conduct the most complete test of missiles other than a firing and are MBDA's Missile test track. We design complex, real-time simulations that surround real missile hardware to allow us to 'fire missiles indoors'. As a HWIL RF engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing and maintaining new and existing RF equipment and working with multi-disciplinary teams to combine RF, electronics engineering and software development to produce new capabilities that enable the HWIL team to run new simulations. What we want from you: Broad engineering experience with deeper experience in some of the following skill areas: Radio Frequency design and testing System performance analysis Interface debugging and system integration Hardware/Software design requirements System design for real-time applications Familiarity with Linux operating system Familiarity with computer science (C++ an advantage) Integration of microcontrollers into RF hardware (e.g. Raspberry Pi) Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Matchtech are working closely with a UK defence technology organisation delivering secure communications and cyber solutions used in mission-critical environments. Their teams build high-assurance cryptographic and key management capabilities that enable the confidential exchange of sensitive information for customers operating across tactical and strategic settings. If you enjoy solving hard engineering problems where security, reliability, and real-world outcomes matter, this is a good fit. Important information Clearance Due to the nature of the work, applicants will need to meet UK security clearance eligibility requirements (including UK residency criteria). DV clearance is required (you must be eligible and willing to obtain and maintain DV; SC is typically required first). Working arrangement Fully onsite: please only apply if you can work onsite in Maidenhead The role You'll provide technical leadership in a software engineering team (typically 5 to 20 engineers) delivering multiple concurrent R&D and production programmes. The focus is on embedded and/or application software in secure environments, with end-to-end ownership across the software lifecycle (requirements through design, implementation, test, verification, deployment and support). You may also have line management responsibility (up to c. 5 engineers, depending on team structure). Key responsibilities Lead the architecture, design, development, documentation, and testing of embedded and/or application software. Derive software requirements and architecture from higher-level system requirements and design artefacts. Apply object-oriented design principles to support reuse and integration with test frameworks. Produce and maintain designs/models using tools such as UML/SysML approaches and modelling environments (e.g., Enterprise Architect-type tooling). Promote strong engineering practice: secure development, coding standards, static/runtime analysis, CI, and automated testing. Estimate effort and deliver against agreed cost/schedule commitments. Contribute to improving tools, processes, and engineering standards across the wider software community. Provide technical input to bids/proposals, including estimates and risk assessments. Mentor engineers; lead reviews and sign-off of significant technical deliverables. Maintain information security in line with government and programme requirements. Essential skills and experience Degree in an engineering/science/maths discipline (or equivalent practical experience). Strong experience in at least one of the following: Embedded product development (bare-metal and/or RTOS, e.g., ThreadX/QNX or similar) Embedded Linux application, kernel, and/or driver development Strong C and C++ development background. Solid understanding of modern software lifecycle practices (requirements, design, implementation, test/verification). Experience with OO design, design patterns, and principles such as SOLID. Strong testing mindset: design for test, automated test approaches, and verification. Desirable Rust JavaScript / Node.js / React (where relevant to tooling or supporting applications) Communications protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) CI/CD and automated test frameworks Secure/defensive coding standards (e.g., MISRA exposure) Requirements/model-based tooling exposure (e.g., DOORS-like requirements tools, UML/SysML modelling) Working pattern & benefits Fully onsite role in Maidenhead. Competitive package including bonus, pension, private medical, strong holiday allowance, and security allowance (where applicable and dependent on clearance held).