Senior Embedded Linux Engineer Cambridgeshire 60-70k Location: Cambridge (Consultancy-based) Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Due to the type of work the client are looking for UK eyes only candidates We are looking for a high-caliber Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a leading technology business. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives on technical variety and wants to play a key part in turning "impossible" concepts into real-world, high-integrity platforms. Your Technical Profile Language Expertise: Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems. Platform Experience: Extensive experience developing for embedded platforms (ARM, STM32, or similar Microcontrollers). OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of Embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux). Systems Architecture: Ability to design scalable, robust software using UML and rigorous engineering practices. Interfacing: Comfortable working close to the metal, including interfacing with on-board FPGAs and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN). The "Value Add" Experience with Python or MATLAB for algorithm development and testing. Familiarity with Low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) design constraints-crucial for drone and space applications. A background in Signal Processing or Robotics (ROS/ROS2). The ability to mentor junior engineers and act as a "Design Authority" for software workstreams. If you are a motivated engineer who thrives on variety and exciting technical challenges, apply today with your CV.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Linux Engineer Cambridgeshire 60-70k Location: Cambridge (Consultancy-based) Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Due to the type of work the client are looking for UK eyes only candidates We are looking for a high-caliber Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a leading technology business. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives on technical variety and wants to play a key part in turning "impossible" concepts into real-world, high-integrity platforms. Your Technical Profile Language Expertise: Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems. Platform Experience: Extensive experience developing for embedded platforms (ARM, STM32, or similar Microcontrollers). OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of Embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux). Systems Architecture: Ability to design scalable, robust software using UML and rigorous engineering practices. Interfacing: Comfortable working close to the metal, including interfacing with on-board FPGAs and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN). The "Value Add" Experience with Python or MATLAB for algorithm development and testing. Familiarity with Low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) design constraints-crucial for drone and space applications. A background in Signal Processing or Robotics (ROS/ROS2). The ability to mentor junior engineers and act as a "Design Authority" for software workstreams. If you are a motivated engineer who thrives on variety and exciting technical challenges, apply today with your CV.
Our client is a high-performing market-maker & liquidity provider. The business is expanding its London engineering team due to continued commercial growth and increasing demand across its trading operations. This role involves working on their flagship Options Trading Platform. This is an opportunity to join a fast-moving, technology-led environment where software engineering sits directly alongside trading, quant research and market-facing strategy. The successful candidate will work on sophisticated electronic trading systems, helping to build and improve platforms that operate in highly volatile, 24/7 markets where latency, reliability and quality of execution are critical. THE ROLE: This is a hands-on Rust Development role in a small team with a democratic and hands on manager. with our client, focused on building and enhancing technology for electronic and systematic trading. You will work closely with experienced traders, quantitative researchers and other software engineers to develop, improve and optimise trading systems used across digital asset markets. The role sits close to the trading function and offers direct exposure to automated execution, exchange connectivity, risk management, options trading and trading analytics. The successful candidate will contribute to all areas of the trading platform, including risk calculations, volatility models, execution algorithms, research tooling and infrastructure. This is a highly technical role in a fast-moving environment where engineering quality, performance and latency have a direct impact on trading outcomes This role is based in London on a hybrid working pattern. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design & continuously improve low-latency, high-throughput trading systems. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of an options trading platform, including risk, volatility, execution and research components. Build, optimise and maintain connectivity to new and existing trading venues. Work closely with quantitative researchers to improve trading strategies by enhancing automated execution strategies and hedging models. Automate trading workflows to improve efficiency, scalability and risk control. Develop and improve systems for trade booking, reporting and operational workflows. Create tools that improve developer productivity and support build, deployment and infrastructure processes. Develop analytics tools to monitor trading performance, execution quality and system behaviour. REQUIRED - SKILLS / EXPERIENCE: Commercial experience developing software in Rust. Demonstrable professional software development experience within electronic, systematic, or a similar trading platform environment. Experience gained in any asset class, provided it involves front office latency critical trading systems Strong understanding of software architecture and high-quality engineering principles. Experience developing applications in Python. Experience with cloud and infrastructure technologies, particularly AWS, including services such as EC2, EKS and S3. Experience with containerisation and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes. Strong Linux experience. Experience working with distributed systems or globally distributed technology environments. DESIRABLE - SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Experience working on an options trading platform is desirable but any systematically traded asset class and/or derivative is acceptable . Exposure to FPGA or ultra-low-latency trading environments. Understanding of inter-process communication technologies such as gRPC, Redis or Kafka. Knowledge of lock-free data structures, queues, atomics and related performance-focused programming concepts. Strong understanding of networking concepts. Further experience with AWS and Kubernetes. Experience using or building quantitative analysis tools.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Our client is a high-performing market-maker & liquidity provider. The business is expanding its London engineering team due to continued commercial growth and increasing demand across its trading operations. This role involves working on their flagship Options Trading Platform. This is an opportunity to join a fast-moving, technology-led environment where software engineering sits directly alongside trading, quant research and market-facing strategy. The successful candidate will work on sophisticated electronic trading systems, helping to build and improve platforms that operate in highly volatile, 24/7 markets where latency, reliability and quality of execution are critical. THE ROLE: This is a hands-on Rust Development role in a small team with a democratic and hands on manager. with our client, focused on building and enhancing technology for electronic and systematic trading. You will work closely with experienced traders, quantitative researchers and other software engineers to develop, improve and optimise trading systems used across digital asset markets. The role sits close to the trading function and offers direct exposure to automated execution, exchange connectivity, risk management, options trading and trading analytics. The successful candidate will contribute to all areas of the trading platform, including risk calculations, volatility models, execution algorithms, research tooling and infrastructure. This is a highly technical role in a fast-moving environment where engineering quality, performance and latency have a direct impact on trading outcomes This role is based in London on a hybrid working pattern. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Design & continuously improve low-latency, high-throughput trading systems. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of an options trading platform, including risk, volatility, execution and research components. Build, optimise and maintain connectivity to new and existing trading venues. Work closely with quantitative researchers to improve trading strategies by enhancing automated execution strategies and hedging models. Automate trading workflows to improve efficiency, scalability and risk control. Develop and improve systems for trade booking, reporting and operational workflows. Create tools that improve developer productivity and support build, deployment and infrastructure processes. Develop analytics tools to monitor trading performance, execution quality and system behaviour. REQUIRED - SKILLS / EXPERIENCE: Commercial experience developing software in Rust. Demonstrable professional software development experience within electronic, systematic, or a similar trading platform environment. Experience gained in any asset class, provided it involves front office latency critical trading systems Strong understanding of software architecture and high-quality engineering principles. Experience developing applications in Python. Experience with cloud and infrastructure technologies, particularly AWS, including services such as EC2, EKS and S3. Experience with containerisation and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes. Strong Linux experience. Experience working with distributed systems or globally distributed technology environments. DESIRABLE - SKILLS/EXPERIENCE: Experience working on an options trading platform is desirable but any systematically traded asset class and/or derivative is acceptable . Exposure to FPGA or ultra-low-latency trading environments. Understanding of inter-process communication technologies such as gRPC, Redis or Kafka. Knowledge of lock-free data structures, queues, atomics and related performance-focused programming concepts. Strong understanding of networking concepts. Further experience with AWS and Kubernetes. Experience using or building quantitative analysis tools.
DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
We are supporting a cutting edge deep tech company in London that is building full stack photonic quantum systems designed to transform how organisations run machine learning, generative AI, and large scale optimisation workloads. Their technology is already deployed in multiple real world environments, and they re now entering a major growth phase as they prepare to launch their next generation system. This is a rare opportunity to work on production grade quantum classical systems , collaborating directly with physicists, hardware engineers, and platform specialists to bring advanced quantum capabilities into modern AI and data centre ecosystems. You ll join the core software team responsible for the systems layer that connects quantum hardware to classical compute infrastructure. This includes designing and optimising the software that orchestrates quantum control, manages low latency data paths, and ensures reliable operation in demanding environments. You will: Design, build, and optimise core systems software in Python (with C++ or Rust also valuable) Own critical platform components, improving latency, throughput, reliability, and operability Develop low latency interfaces between quantum hardware and classical compute systems Work closely with physicists and hardware teams to integrate new platforms (FPGAs, lasers, scientific instrumentation) from prototype to production Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines, observability tooling, and deployment workflows for on prem data centre environments Profile and optimise system performance end to end, turning bottlenecks into measurable improvements Influence architecture and technical direction through design proposals and pragmatic decision making Raise engineering quality through code reviews, testing strategy, and maintainable interfaces Collaborate cross functionally to translate customer and internal requirements into robust, production ready software Support occasional out of hours work when systems require attention (no formal on call rota) You don t need to match every bullet; the team values curiosity, motivation, and the ability to dive deep into complex systems. Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience shipping production systems Proficiency in Python , plus working knowledge of C++ or Rust Experience in one or more of, low latency systems, Linux systems programming, high performance networking, embedded development, GPU programming, and/or FPGA or hardware software integration Comfort with modern engineering practices: code review, testing, Git, CI/CD Ability to debug and profile complex systems (latency, throughput, resource utilisation) Degree in CS, EE, physics, or similar, or equivalent practical experience Experience in commercial engineering or deep tech environments For immediate consideration, please forward an up-to-date CV.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
We are supporting a cutting edge deep tech company in London that is building full stack photonic quantum systems designed to transform how organisations run machine learning, generative AI, and large scale optimisation workloads. Their technology is already deployed in multiple real world environments, and they re now entering a major growth phase as they prepare to launch their next generation system. This is a rare opportunity to work on production grade quantum classical systems , collaborating directly with physicists, hardware engineers, and platform specialists to bring advanced quantum capabilities into modern AI and data centre ecosystems. You ll join the core software team responsible for the systems layer that connects quantum hardware to classical compute infrastructure. This includes designing and optimising the software that orchestrates quantum control, manages low latency data paths, and ensures reliable operation in demanding environments. You will: Design, build, and optimise core systems software in Python (with C++ or Rust also valuable) Own critical platform components, improving latency, throughput, reliability, and operability Develop low latency interfaces between quantum hardware and classical compute systems Work closely with physicists and hardware teams to integrate new platforms (FPGAs, lasers, scientific instrumentation) from prototype to production Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines, observability tooling, and deployment workflows for on prem data centre environments Profile and optimise system performance end to end, turning bottlenecks into measurable improvements Influence architecture and technical direction through design proposals and pragmatic decision making Raise engineering quality through code reviews, testing strategy, and maintainable interfaces Collaborate cross functionally to translate customer and internal requirements into robust, production ready software Support occasional out of hours work when systems require attention (no formal on call rota) You don t need to match every bullet; the team values curiosity, motivation, and the ability to dive deep into complex systems. Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience shipping production systems Proficiency in Python , plus working knowledge of C++ or Rust Experience in one or more of, low latency systems, Linux systems programming, high performance networking, embedded development, GPU programming, and/or FPGA or hardware software integration Comfort with modern engineering practices: code review, testing, Git, CI/CD Ability to debug and profile complex systems (latency, throughput, resource utilisation) Degree in CS, EE, physics, or similar, or equivalent practical experience Experience in commercial engineering or deep tech environments For immediate consideration, please forward an up-to-date CV.
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.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
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.
Lead Software Engineer 75,000 to 85,000 + Private Healthcare + Enhanced Pension Winchester (Hybrid, 4 days per week in the office) Are you a senior software engineer looking to take end to end ownership of a complex, real-time distributed platform that integrates directly with mission-critical hardware used in security and critical infrastructure environments? This is a principal-level technical role within a specialist engineering business developing a real-world platform that ingests, processes and surfaces live telemetry from radiation detection systems deployed in highly sensitive locations. The software underpins real-time monitoring, alerting and operational decision-making, where performance, reliability and security are non-negotiable. You will lead the technical direction of a TypeScript-based microservices platform, remaining hands-on across backend services while also owning a large Angular enterprise application used by customers in the field. Working closely with a capable onshore team and an established offshore function, you will shape architecture, standards and delivery across the full software lifecycle. This role suits an experienced engineer who enjoys deep technical ownership, architectural responsibility and building systems that have genuine real-world impact. The Role: Technical ownership of a TypeScript-based, microservices backend platform running in Linux environments Leading development of a large Angular front-end used for real-time dashboards, monitoring and alerting Designing and optimising data models across PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch and Redis Owning CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure delivered across on-prem, cloud and hybrid deployments using Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform and Ansible Leading and mentoring onshore and offshore engineers while setting technical standards The Person Strong experience building and owning distributed, microservices-based systems Commercial experience with TypeScript on the backend and Angular on the front-end Proven background working with multiple database technologies in performance-critical systems Comfortable operating in Linux-heavy, security-constrained or regulated environments Strong DevSecOps mindset with CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code exposure Confident influencing technical direction within senior engineering teams Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Lead Software Engineer 75,000 to 85,000 + Private Healthcare + Enhanced Pension Winchester (Hybrid, 4 days per week in the office) Are you a senior software engineer looking to take end to end ownership of a complex, real-time distributed platform that integrates directly with mission-critical hardware used in security and critical infrastructure environments? This is a principal-level technical role within a specialist engineering business developing a real-world platform that ingests, processes and surfaces live telemetry from radiation detection systems deployed in highly sensitive locations. The software underpins real-time monitoring, alerting and operational decision-making, where performance, reliability and security are non-negotiable. You will lead the technical direction of a TypeScript-based microservices platform, remaining hands-on across backend services while also owning a large Angular enterprise application used by customers in the field. Working closely with a capable onshore team and an established offshore function, you will shape architecture, standards and delivery across the full software lifecycle. This role suits an experienced engineer who enjoys deep technical ownership, architectural responsibility and building systems that have genuine real-world impact. The Role: Technical ownership of a TypeScript-based, microservices backend platform running in Linux environments Leading development of a large Angular front-end used for real-time dashboards, monitoring and alerting Designing and optimising data models across PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Elasticsearch and Redis Owning CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure delivered across on-prem, cloud and hybrid deployments using Kubernetes, Helm, Terraform and Ansible Leading and mentoring onshore and offshore engineers while setting technical standards The Person Strong experience building and owning distributed, microservices-based systems Commercial experience with TypeScript on the backend and Angular on the front-end Proven background working with multiple database technologies in performance-critical systems Comfortable operating in Linux-heavy, security-constrained or regulated environments Strong DevSecOps mindset with CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code exposure Confident influencing technical direction within senior engineering teams Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
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.
Platform Engineer London (AI, AWS, Claude Code) Our client is looking for a Platform Engineer to join their growing team. You ll be responsible for building and managing enterprise-grade hybrid environments, working closely with Application Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient AWS infrastructure. You ll play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the engineering platform, implementing DevOps best practices including containerisation, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code. You ll also contribute to automation and standardisation initiatives to reduce operational overhead. Working alongside Senior Platform Engineers, you ll support platform and product initiatives, including new product development and the migration of existing services to the cloud. A key aspect of this role is engaging with AI-driven engineering workflows. You ll use tools such as Claude Code as part of your development process, evaluating outputs and maintaining high engineering standards. Tech Stack : AWS (RDS, S3, DynamoDB, EBS, IAM), Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS/ECS), Linux, Python, VPC, ALB, Route 53, security groups. Knowledge of security, obserability, and scalable system design would be beneficial. Working in a collaborative environment, our client offers progression and development. This is a hybrid role, with 1 day in the offices per week. For more info, please get in touch.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Platform Engineer London (AI, AWS, Claude Code) Our client is looking for a Platform Engineer to join their growing team. You ll be responsible for building and managing enterprise-grade hybrid environments, working closely with Application Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient AWS infrastructure. You ll play a key role in driving continuous improvement across the engineering platform, implementing DevOps best practices including containerisation, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code. You ll also contribute to automation and standardisation initiatives to reduce operational overhead. Working alongside Senior Platform Engineers, you ll support platform and product initiatives, including new product development and the migration of existing services to the cloud. A key aspect of this role is engaging with AI-driven engineering workflows. You ll use tools such as Claude Code as part of your development process, evaluating outputs and maintaining high engineering standards. Tech Stack : AWS (RDS, S3, DynamoDB, EBS, IAM), Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS/ECS), Linux, Python, VPC, ALB, Route 53, security groups. Knowledge of security, obserability, and scalable system design would be beneficial. Working in a collaborative environment, our client offers progression and development. This is a hybrid role, with 1 day in the offices per week. For more info, please get in touch.
Windows Systems Administrator Night Shift (10pm - 6am) + On Call Rota (Fully remote) Windows Server, Active Directory, AWS EC2, VMware 40,000 - 45,000 Windows Systems Administrator required to join a leading international Software Business committed to delivering high-performance IT solutions. This is a large operation and will be working within a 24/7 production environment with 85% of your time being Windows Server and 15% VMware. As a Windows Systems Administrator you will maintain and contribute to the ongoing reliability, performance and support of the infrastructure. This includes monitoring the operating environments, responding to incidents, problems and helping other teams as necessary. These roles have been created by team expansion and new client wins. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain Windows Server environments Be part of a 24/7 production environment of around 30 engineers in this team Support multiple systems or applications of medium to high complexity Manage Mail, DNS, FTP, IIS and Application environments Participate in the On-Call rotation Work with cabling, racking and other tasks in Physical Data Centres Communicate events to stakeholders, teams and leadership Skills Required: Windows Server Administration Experience (90 / 100+ Servers) Active Directory AWS EC2 VMware SAN Storage Production Environment Experience Linux Microsoft Certified, VMware Certified or AWS Certified would be desirable If you have the relevant skills for this role and are ready for the challenge, then please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Windows Systems Administrator Night Shift (10pm - 6am) + On Call Rota (Fully remote) Windows Server, Active Directory, AWS EC2, VMware 40,000 - 45,000 Windows Systems Administrator required to join a leading international Software Business committed to delivering high-performance IT solutions. This is a large operation and will be working within a 24/7 production environment with 85% of your time being Windows Server and 15% VMware. As a Windows Systems Administrator you will maintain and contribute to the ongoing reliability, performance and support of the infrastructure. This includes monitoring the operating environments, responding to incidents, problems and helping other teams as necessary. These roles have been created by team expansion and new client wins. Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain Windows Server environments Be part of a 24/7 production environment of around 30 engineers in this team Support multiple systems or applications of medium to high complexity Manage Mail, DNS, FTP, IIS and Application environments Participate in the On-Call rotation Work with cabling, racking and other tasks in Physical Data Centres Communicate events to stakeholders, teams and leadership Skills Required: Windows Server Administration Experience (90 / 100+ Servers) Active Directory AWS EC2 VMware SAN Storage Production Environment Experience Linux Microsoft Certified, VMware Certified or AWS Certified would be desirable If you have the relevant skills for this role and are ready for the challenge, then please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Basingstoke, Hampshire
Infrastructure Tester x2 Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 450 - 550 a day per day - Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester to join a major secure government programme based on-site in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating and assuring complex Zero Trust Infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical services. Working within a highly secure delivery team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting infrastructure testing activities across a range of technologies, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and fit for operational deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute infrastructure test plans, test cases and test scripts. Validate Zero Trust architecture components and supporting infrastructure. Perform end-to-end testing across servers, networks, security controls and integrations. Verify deployments, configurations and environment readiness. Identify, document and track defects through to resolution. Support system integration, functional, non-functional and operational testing activities. Work closely with engineers, architects, security specialists and delivery teams. Produce clear test evidence, reports and assurance documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance. Strong hands-on infrastructure testing experience within secure environments. Experience testing complex enterprise infrastructure solutions. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and security architectures. Understanding of Windows and Linux server environments. Experience testing network infrastructure, authentication services and security controls. Familiarity with virtualised and cloud-based environments. Strong defect management and test reporting skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation abilities. If you'd like to discuss this Infrastructure Tester role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
Infrastructure Tester x2 Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 450 - 550 a day per day - Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester to join a major secure government programme based on-site in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating and assuring complex Zero Trust Infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical services. Working within a highly secure delivery team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting infrastructure testing activities across a range of technologies, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and fit for operational deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute infrastructure test plans, test cases and test scripts. Validate Zero Trust architecture components and supporting infrastructure. Perform end-to-end testing across servers, networks, security controls and integrations. Verify deployments, configurations and environment readiness. Identify, document and track defects through to resolution. Support system integration, functional, non-functional and operational testing activities. Work closely with engineers, architects, security specialists and delivery teams. Produce clear test evidence, reports and assurance documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance. Strong hands-on infrastructure testing experience within secure environments. Experience testing complex enterprise infrastructure solutions. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and security architectures. Understanding of Windows and Linux server environments. Experience testing network infrastructure, authentication services and security controls. Familiarity with virtualised and cloud-based environments. Strong defect management and test reporting skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation abilities. If you'd like to discuss this Infrastructure Tester role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Basingstoke, Hampshire
Infrastructure Tester x2 Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 450 - 550 a day per day - Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester to join a major secure government programme based on-site in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating and assuring complex Zero Trust Infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical services. Working within a highly secure delivery team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting infrastructure testing activities across a range of technologies, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and fit for operational deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute infrastructure test plans, test cases and test scripts. Validate Zero Trust architecture components and supporting infrastructure. Perform end-to-end testing across servers, networks, security controls and integrations. Verify deployments, configurations and environment readiness. Identify, document and track defects through to resolution. Support system integration, functional, non-functional and operational testing activities. Work closely with engineers, architects, security specialists and delivery teams. Produce clear test evidence, reports and assurance documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance. Strong hands-on infrastructure testing experience within secure environments. Experience testing complex enterprise infrastructure solutions. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and security architectures. Understanding of Windows and Linux server environments. Experience testing network infrastructure, authentication services and security controls. Familiarity with virtualised and cloud-based environments. Strong defect management and test reporting skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation abilities. If you'd like to discuss this Infrastructure Tester role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Jun 12, 2026
Contractor
Infrastructure Tester x2 Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 450 - 550 a day per day - Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester to join a major secure government programme based on-site in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating and assuring complex Zero Trust Infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical services. Working within a highly secure delivery team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting infrastructure testing activities across a range of technologies, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and fit for operational deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute infrastructure test plans, test cases and test scripts. Validate Zero Trust architecture components and supporting infrastructure. Perform end-to-end testing across servers, networks, security controls and integrations. Verify deployments, configurations and environment readiness. Identify, document and track defects through to resolution. Support system integration, functional, non-functional and operational testing activities. Work closely with engineers, architects, security specialists and delivery teams. Produce clear test evidence, reports and assurance documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance. Strong hands-on infrastructure testing experience within secure environments. Experience testing complex enterprise infrastructure solutions. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and security architectures. Understanding of Windows and Linux server environments. Experience testing network infrastructure, authentication services and security controls. Familiarity with virtualised and cloud-based environments. Strong defect management and test reporting skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation abilities. If you'd like to discuss this Infrastructure Tester role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer £60-70k St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. You ll be responsible for developing firmware & software, leading the software development team, and innovating the next generation of concepts. Responsibilities as an Embedded Software Engineer: Design, develop, optimise, and thoroughly test firmware and software for execution on bare-metal processors and embedded Linux/RTOS platforms Lead a cross-functional team of hardware and software engineers to define the requirements and lead the software development life cycle Requirements: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS-based systems, with high proficiency in high-performance C/C++. Extensive knowledge of various communication protocols (e.g., TCP/UDP, SPI/I2C, CAN, RS232) High-level familiarity with electronics/schematics, and strong numerical/analytical skills Desirable skills for an Embedded Software Engineer: Experience developing on Arm Cortex platforms utilising either RTOS or bare metal Working knowledge of embedded security Experience with other embedded or high-level prototyping languages such as Rust, C#, or Python Apply now to develop the next generation of high-precision control software! Platform Recruitment: Platform recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more.
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Software Engineer £60-70k St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. You ll be responsible for developing firmware & software, leading the software development team, and innovating the next generation of concepts. Responsibilities as an Embedded Software Engineer: Design, develop, optimise, and thoroughly test firmware and software for execution on bare-metal processors and embedded Linux/RTOS platforms Lead a cross-functional team of hardware and software engineers to define the requirements and lead the software development life cycle Requirements: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS-based systems, with high proficiency in high-performance C/C++. Extensive knowledge of various communication protocols (e.g., TCP/UDP, SPI/I2C, CAN, RS232) High-level familiarity with electronics/schematics, and strong numerical/analytical skills Desirable skills for an Embedded Software Engineer: Experience developing on Arm Cortex platforms utilising either RTOS or bare metal Working knowledge of embedded security Experience with other embedded or high-level prototyping languages such as Rust, C#, or Python Apply now to develop the next generation of high-precision control software! Platform Recruitment: Platform recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more.
Graduate Java Developer Location: Central London Salary: Circa £35,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Benefits Graduate Java Developer required by a highly technical Algorithmic Trading Company based in Central London This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, engineering-led team building trading systems, market data infrastructure and research tooling used in live financial markets Working closely with experienced developers, traders and founders, you'll gain exposure to real production systems from day one and play a hands-on role in the development of trading technology Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or similar quantitative discipline Strong Java fundamentals Exposure to Python Understanding of data structures, algorithms, networking fundamentals, OOP and software design patterns Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments Git or similar version control systems Nice-to-have: Financial markets or trading systems Cloud infrastructure Statistics or quantitative modelling This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious graduate looking to accelerate their career in a highly technical environment, gaining hands-on exposure to algorithmic trading, market data systems and low-latency technology while learning from experienced engineers in a small, collaborative team! Apply now for full details!
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Graduate Java Developer Location: Central London Salary: Circa £35,000 - £45,000 + Bonus + Benefits Graduate Java Developer required by a highly technical Algorithmic Trading Company based in Central London This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, engineering-led team building trading systems, market data infrastructure and research tooling used in live financial markets Working closely with experienced developers, traders and founders, you'll gain exposure to real production systems from day one and play a hands-on role in the development of trading technology Experience: Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or similar quantitative discipline Strong Java fundamentals Exposure to Python Understanding of data structures, algorithms, networking fundamentals, OOP and software design patterns Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments Git or similar version control systems Nice-to-have: Financial markets or trading systems Cloud infrastructure Statistics or quantitative modelling This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious graduate looking to accelerate their career in a highly technical environment, gaining hands-on exposure to algorithmic trading, market data systems and low-latency technology while learning from experienced engineers in a small, collaborative team! Apply now for full details!
Flight Software Engineer Location: California Build the Software That Powers Space Missions Our client is an innovative and rapidly growing space company developing next-generation spacecraft and satellite technologies. Their missions are shaping the future of space exploration, communications, Earth observation, and national security. They are seeking a Flight Software Engineer to develop mission-critical onboard software that enables spacecraft to operate reliably in one of the most demanding environments imaginable. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to systems that will launch into orbit and beyond. The Role As a Flight Software Engineer, you'll work alongside spacecraft, avionics, GNC, and systems engineers to develop software that sits at the heart of space missions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain flight software for spacecraft and satellite platforms Develop embedded software solutions in C/C++ for real-time and resource-constrained environments Implement software for command and data handling, telemetry, fault management, and onboard autonomy Support software architecture, integration, testing, and validation activities Work closely with hardware and systems teams to ensure seamless subsystem integration Participate in mission simulations, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and launch readiness activities Troubleshoot and resolve software issues during development, testing, and mission operations Contribute to software development best practices, documentation, and code reviews Requirements Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Strong professional experience developing software in C and/or C++ Experience working with embedded systems and real-time software Understanding of software architecture, debugging, and performance optimisation Experience with Linux-based development environments Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary engineering teams Experience developing software for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, or aerospace systems Knowledge of RTOS environments such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or RTEMS Familiarity with communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, or SpaceWire Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing and system integration Understanding of spacecraft subsystems, mission operations, or autonomy systems Familiarity with aerospace standards and verification processes Why Join? Work on technology that will be launched into space Collaborate with some of the brightest engineers in the industry Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package Comprehensive healthcare coverage 401(k) with company contribution Flexible PTO and paid holidays Career progression within a fast-growing space company Opportunity to make a tangible impact on future space missions
Jun 12, 2026
Full time
Flight Software Engineer Location: California Build the Software That Powers Space Missions Our client is an innovative and rapidly growing space company developing next-generation spacecraft and satellite technologies. Their missions are shaping the future of space exploration, communications, Earth observation, and national security. They are seeking a Flight Software Engineer to develop mission-critical onboard software that enables spacecraft to operate reliably in one of the most demanding environments imaginable. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to systems that will launch into orbit and beyond. The Role As a Flight Software Engineer, you'll work alongside spacecraft, avionics, GNC, and systems engineers to develop software that sits at the heart of space missions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain flight software for spacecraft and satellite platforms Develop embedded software solutions in C/C++ for real-time and resource-constrained environments Implement software for command and data handling, telemetry, fault management, and onboard autonomy Support software architecture, integration, testing, and validation activities Work closely with hardware and systems teams to ensure seamless subsystem integration Participate in mission simulations, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and launch readiness activities Troubleshoot and resolve software issues during development, testing, and mission operations Contribute to software development best practices, documentation, and code reviews Requirements Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field Strong professional experience developing software in C and/or C++ Experience working with embedded systems and real-time software Understanding of software architecture, debugging, and performance optimisation Experience with Linux-based development environments Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary engineering teams Experience developing software for spacecraft, satellites, launch vehicles, or aerospace systems Knowledge of RTOS environments such as VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or RTEMS Familiarity with communication protocols including UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, or SpaceWire Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing and system integration Understanding of spacecraft subsystems, mission operations, or autonomy systems Familiarity with aerospace standards and verification processes Why Join? Work on technology that will be launched into space Collaborate with some of the brightest engineers in the industry Competitive salary, bonus, and equity package Comprehensive healthcare coverage 401(k) with company contribution Flexible PTO and paid holidays Career progression within a fast-growing space company Opportunity to make a tangible impact on future space missions
World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Embedded Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: 65.00 per hour Location: Portsmouth Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week remote working Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Embedded Software Engineer Job Description: The role of Embedded Software Engineer is required due to increased demand for the work of our Advanced Developments Group (ADG). The ADG are a small team of highly innovative, enthusiastic engineers providing cutting edge technology solutions to our key customers. Responsibilities: Use your skills and knowledge to prototype innovative wireless solutions You will be primarily developing using C/C++ on embedded platforms Development of embedded software/firmware prototypes in an agile environment Further development of proven prototypes to a deployment standard Development of software in a real-time embedded environment using Linux. (e.g. Microblaze or RISC-V using C/C++) Experience of working with and configuring embedded Linux systems with tools such as Buildroot and Yocto Experience of working with Uboot, Kernel config and device trees Building and deploying embedded Linux systems in an offline environment Skill Set Essential: Experience programming Embedded Systems using C/C++ Experience of bare-metal and embedded Linux environments Experience of linux device drivers including DMA, Interrupts, and Device Trees Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing Knowledge of Software Defined Radio
Jun 12, 2026
Seasonal
World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Embedded Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. Rate: 65.00 per hour Location: Portsmouth Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week remote working Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Embedded Software Engineer Job Description: The role of Embedded Software Engineer is required due to increased demand for the work of our Advanced Developments Group (ADG). The ADG are a small team of highly innovative, enthusiastic engineers providing cutting edge technology solutions to our key customers. Responsibilities: Use your skills and knowledge to prototype innovative wireless solutions You will be primarily developing using C/C++ on embedded platforms Development of embedded software/firmware prototypes in an agile environment Further development of proven prototypes to a deployment standard Development of software in a real-time embedded environment using Linux. (e.g. Microblaze or RISC-V using C/C++) Experience of working with and configuring embedded Linux systems with tools such as Buildroot and Yocto Experience of working with Uboot, Kernel config and device trees Building and deploying embedded Linux systems in an offline environment Skill Set Essential: Experience programming Embedded Systems using C/C++ Experience of bare-metal and embedded Linux environments Experience of linux device drivers including DMA, Interrupts, and Device Trees Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing Knowledge of Software Defined Radio
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview for the Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) As a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) here at SRT, you will be part of a small team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our productised monitoring and observability platform. This platform is deployed across geographically distributed on-premises sites worldwide, serving clients with varying infrastructure and WAN capabilities. Rather than simply using Prometheus and Grafana, you will be engineering the frameworks, tooling, and configuration pipelines that make our monitoring platform consistent, maintainable, and scalable across dozens of deployments. You as a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) will work closely with a lead observability engineer who oversees the platform's architecture, and you will have the authority to architect monitoring solutions and specify changes to be implemented by other development teams. We are fortunate to have a team of highly experienced engineers, including UX designers, who can provide support and guidance as we extend the platform's capabilities to serve both internal engineers and external end-users. Please note - you will be required to come to our Cardiff office 1 day a week Key Responsibilities - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) - (not exhaustive) Platform Engineering & Configuration-as-Code Build and maintain configuration generation frameworks using Ansible, Jinja2, and Jsonnet to ensure consistency across deployments Design and manage Docker Compose-based service orchestration for the monitoring stack Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) for building, testing, and packaging platform releases Dashboards-as-Code & Visualisation Develop Grafana dashboards programmatically using the Grafana Foundation SDK (Python) and JSON provisioning Design reusable, templated dashboard components that can be configured per-deployment Collaborate with engineering and product teams to create tailored visualisations for both engineers and end-users Monitoring Architecture & Design Design and configure Prometheus-based metric collection, including recording rules, alerting rules, and service discovery Develop and maintain metric exporters for application and system-level data Architect monitoring solutions and produce specifications for implementation by other development teams Tooling & Automation Build and maintain Python and Bash tooling for deployment, bundling, and platform operations Develop automation to support environment-specific configuration layering and threshold management Contribute to the platform's packaging and distribution pipeline Required Skills & Experience - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) Strong software engineering fundamentals - you write clean, well-structured, maintainable code regardless of language. You understand principles like separation of concerns, composability, and DRY, and you apply them to everything from Python libraries to Bash scripts to YAML templates Proven experience with Prometheus (including PromQL) and Grafana in production environments Experience with configuration management and generation tools (Ansible, Jinja2, or similar) Proficiency in Python and Bash in a Linux environment Experience with Docker and container orchestration (Docker Compose) Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar) Ability to think architecturally - designing solutions that are consistent, scalable, and maintainable across multiple deployments Comfortable working autonomously in a small team with significant ownership over your work Desirable Skills Experience with Grafana-as-code approaches (Grafana Foundation SDK, Grafonnet, or JSON provisioning) Familiarity with Jsonnet for configuration generation Experience with Thanos or other long-term metric storage solutions Knowledge of SNMP-based monitoring Within SRT the role title for this position will be System Monitoring & Observability Engineer SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview for the Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) As a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) here at SRT, you will be part of a small team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our productised monitoring and observability platform. This platform is deployed across geographically distributed on-premises sites worldwide, serving clients with varying infrastructure and WAN capabilities. Rather than simply using Prometheus and Grafana, you will be engineering the frameworks, tooling, and configuration pipelines that make our monitoring platform consistent, maintainable, and scalable across dozens of deployments. You as a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) will work closely with a lead observability engineer who oversees the platform's architecture, and you will have the authority to architect monitoring solutions and specify changes to be implemented by other development teams. We are fortunate to have a team of highly experienced engineers, including UX designers, who can provide support and guidance as we extend the platform's capabilities to serve both internal engineers and external end-users. Please note - you will be required to come to our Cardiff office 1 day a week Key Responsibilities - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) - (not exhaustive) Platform Engineering & Configuration-as-Code Build and maintain configuration generation frameworks using Ansible, Jinja2, and Jsonnet to ensure consistency across deployments Design and manage Docker Compose-based service orchestration for the monitoring stack Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) for building, testing, and packaging platform releases Dashboards-as-Code & Visualisation Develop Grafana dashboards programmatically using the Grafana Foundation SDK (Python) and JSON provisioning Design reusable, templated dashboard components that can be configured per-deployment Collaborate with engineering and product teams to create tailored visualisations for both engineers and end-users Monitoring Architecture & Design Design and configure Prometheus-based metric collection, including recording rules, alerting rules, and service discovery Develop and maintain metric exporters for application and system-level data Architect monitoring solutions and produce specifications for implementation by other development teams Tooling & Automation Build and maintain Python and Bash tooling for deployment, bundling, and platform operations Develop automation to support environment-specific configuration layering and threshold management Contribute to the platform's packaging and distribution pipeline Required Skills & Experience - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) Strong software engineering fundamentals - you write clean, well-structured, maintainable code regardless of language. You understand principles like separation of concerns, composability, and DRY, and you apply them to everything from Python libraries to Bash scripts to YAML templates Proven experience with Prometheus (including PromQL) and Grafana in production environments Experience with configuration management and generation tools (Ansible, Jinja2, or similar) Proficiency in Python and Bash in a Linux environment Experience with Docker and container orchestration (Docker Compose) Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar) Ability to think architecturally - designing solutions that are consistent, scalable, and maintainable across multiple deployments Comfortable working autonomously in a small team with significant ownership over your work Desirable Skills Experience with Grafana-as-code approaches (Grafana Foundation SDK, Grafonnet, or JSON provisioning) Familiarity with Jsonnet for configuration generation Experience with Thanos or other long-term metric storage solutions Knowledge of SNMP-based monitoring Within SRT the role title for this position will be System Monitoring & Observability Engineer SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview for the Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) As a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) here at SRT, you will be part of a small team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our productised monitoring and observability platform. This platform is deployed across geographically distributed on-premises sites worldwide, serving clients with varying infrastructure and WAN capabilities. Rather than simply using Prometheus and Grafana, you will be engineering the frameworks, tooling, and configuration pipelines that make our monitoring platform consistent, maintainable, and scalable across dozens of deployments. You as a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) will work closely with a lead observability engineer who oversees the platform's architecture, and you will have the authority to architect monitoring solutions and specify changes to be implemented by other development teams. We are fortunate to have a team of highly experienced engineers, including UX designers, who can provide support and guidance as we extend the platform's capabilities to serve both internal engineers and external end-users. Please note - you will be required to come to our Cardiff office 1 day a week Key Responsibilities - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) - (not exhaustive) Platform Engineering & Configuration-as-Code Build and maintain configuration generation frameworks using Ansible, Jinja2, and Jsonnet to ensure consistency across deployments Design and manage Docker Compose-based service orchestration for the monitoring stack Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) for building, testing, and packaging platform releases Dashboards-as-Code & Visualisation Develop Grafana dashboards programmatically using the Grafana Foundation SDK (Python) and JSON provisioning Design reusable, templated dashboard components that can be configured per-deployment Collaborate with engineering and product teams to create tailored visualisations for both engineers and end-users Monitoring Architecture & Design Design and configure Prometheus-based metric collection, including recording rules, alerting rules, and service discovery Develop and maintain metric exporters for application and system-level data Architect monitoring solutions and produce specifications for implementation by other development teams Tooling & Automation Build and maintain Python and Bash tooling for deployment, bundling, and platform operations Develop automation to support environment-specific configuration layering and threshold management Contribute to the platform's packaging and distribution pipeline Required Skills & Experience - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) Strong software engineering fundamentals - you write clean, well-structured, maintainable code regardless of language. You understand principles like separation of concerns, composability, and DRY, and you apply them to everything from Python libraries to Bash scripts to YAML templates Proven experience with Prometheus (including PromQL) and Grafana in production environments Experience with configuration management and generation tools (Ansible, Jinja2, or similar) Proficiency in Python and Bash in a Linux environment Experience with Docker and container orchestration (Docker Compose) Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar) Ability to think architecturally - designing solutions that are consistent, scalable, and maintainable across multiple deployments Comfortable working autonomously in a small team with significant ownership over your work Desirable Skills Experience with Grafana-as-code approaches (Grafana Foundation SDK, Grafonnet, or JSON provisioning) Familiarity with Jsonnet for configuration generation Experience with Thanos or other long-term metric storage solutions Knowledge of SNMP-based monitoring Within SRT the role title for this position will be System Monitoring & Observability Engineer SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
SRT Marine Systems plc (SRT) is a market leader in the domain of international marine surveillance technology and systems. We are a respected, established, and an ambitious multi-national company headquartered in the UK with a global customer base. The company has a worldwide impact in the marine sector by leading the next generation of maritime domain awareness technologies "MDA", products, and systems that significantly enhance security, safety, environmental protection, and sustainability. Our customers are global and range from the largest national coast guards to individual vessel owners. SRT is an exciting company where high-quality results are rewarded. We are ambitious and constantly seek to innovate in order to deliver better products and services to our customers. We strive to make SRT a rewarding and challenging place to work, where talented, hard-working individuals have the opportunity to make a real impact across the marine industry. Role overview for the Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) As a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) here at SRT, you will be part of a small team responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our productised monitoring and observability platform. This platform is deployed across geographically distributed on-premises sites worldwide, serving clients with varying infrastructure and WAN capabilities. Rather than simply using Prometheus and Grafana, you will be engineering the frameworks, tooling, and configuration pipelines that make our monitoring platform consistent, maintainable, and scalable across dozens of deployments. You as a Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) will work closely with a lead observability engineer who oversees the platform's architecture, and you will have the authority to architect monitoring solutions and specify changes to be implemented by other development teams. We are fortunate to have a team of highly experienced engineers, including UX designers, who can provide support and guidance as we extend the platform's capabilities to serve both internal engineers and external end-users. Please note - you will be required to come to our Cardiff office 1 day a week Key Responsibilities - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) - (not exhaustive) Platform Engineering & Configuration-as-Code Build and maintain configuration generation frameworks using Ansible, Jinja2, and Jsonnet to ensure consistency across deployments Design and manage Docker Compose-based service orchestration for the monitoring stack Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) for building, testing, and packaging platform releases Dashboards-as-Code & Visualisation Develop Grafana dashboards programmatically using the Grafana Foundation SDK (Python) and JSON provisioning Design reusable, templated dashboard components that can be configured per-deployment Collaborate with engineering and product teams to create tailored visualisations for both engineers and end-users Monitoring Architecture & Design Design and configure Prometheus-based metric collection, including recording rules, alerting rules, and service discovery Develop and maintain metric exporters for application and system-level data Architect monitoring solutions and produce specifications for implementation by other development teams Tooling & Automation Build and maintain Python and Bash tooling for deployment, bundling, and platform operations Develop automation to support environment-specific configuration layering and threshold management Contribute to the platform's packaging and distribution pipeline Required Skills & Experience - Software Engineer (Monitoring Platform) Strong software engineering fundamentals - you write clean, well-structured, maintainable code regardless of language. You understand principles like separation of concerns, composability, and DRY, and you apply them to everything from Python libraries to Bash scripts to YAML templates Proven experience with Prometheus (including PromQL) and Grafana in production environments Experience with configuration management and generation tools (Ansible, Jinja2, or similar) Proficiency in Python and Bash in a Linux environment Experience with Docker and container orchestration (Docker Compose) Strong knowledge of Linux-based systems Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins or similar) Ability to think architecturally - designing solutions that are consistent, scalable, and maintainable across multiple deployments Comfortable working autonomously in a small team with significant ownership over your work Desirable Skills Experience with Grafana-as-code approaches (Grafana Foundation SDK, Grafonnet, or JSON provisioning) Familiarity with Jsonnet for configuration generation Experience with Thanos or other long-term metric storage solutions Knowledge of SNMP-based monitoring Within SRT the role title for this position will be System Monitoring & Observability Engineer SRT Marine Systems plc are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community
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.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
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.
Overview An established engineering organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions is seeking a Principal Software Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of complex development programmes. This role combines strategic software leadership with hands-on technical oversight, supporting the delivery of embedded and application software solutions within highly regulated environments. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, helping to shape software architecture, development practices, tooling, and technical direction while supporting a team of experienced software engineers. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across multiple software projects, ensuring robust architectures, effective reuse of software components, and adoption of appropriate development tools and methodologies. Support software leads and project teams in defining software requirements, architecture, design approaches, and implementation strategies. Drive consistency in software engineering standards, processes, and best practice across development teams. Work closely with systems, hardware and firmware engineers to ensure integrated and coherent technical solutions. Support project planning activities, helping teams deliver value to customers through well-structured development roadmaps. Review software designs, architectures, and implementation approaches, providing guidance and resolving technical challenges where required. Promote modular software design and the creation of reusable software frameworks and components. Lead the adoption of modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development principles. Champion continuous improvement initiatives relating to software tools, processes, standards, and ways of working. Mentor and develop engineers, supporting technical growth across the wider software function. Lead technical reviews and approve key engineering documentation. Contribute to customer proposals, bids and technical solution development, including effort estimation and risk assessment. Support information security and governance requirements in line with organisational and customer obligations. Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering leadership within a complex engineering environment. Strong background in one or more of the following: C/C++ Rust Embedded software development Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Windows or Linux application development Device driver development Proven track record delivering complex software solutions throughout the full development lifecycle. Strong understanding of software architecture, design methodologies, coding standards, verification, validation and configuration management. Experience implementing software development best practice, including automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Familiarity with version control, defect management and change management tools. Experience working within regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, space, communications or other safety/security-critical sectors. Knowledge of modelling techniques and tools such as UML, SysML or Enterprise Architect would be beneficial. Exposure to secure software development and cryptographic systems would be advantageous. Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
Overview An established engineering organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions is seeking a Principal Software Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership across a portfolio of complex development programmes. This role combines strategic software leadership with hands-on technical oversight, supporting the delivery of embedded and application software solutions within highly regulated environments. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines, helping to shape software architecture, development practices, tooling, and technical direction while supporting a team of experienced software engineers. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership across multiple software projects, ensuring robust architectures, effective reuse of software components, and adoption of appropriate development tools and methodologies. Support software leads and project teams in defining software requirements, architecture, design approaches, and implementation strategies. Drive consistency in software engineering standards, processes, and best practice across development teams. Work closely with systems, hardware and firmware engineers to ensure integrated and coherent technical solutions. Support project planning activities, helping teams deliver value to customers through well-structured development roadmaps. Review software designs, architectures, and implementation approaches, providing guidance and resolving technical challenges where required. Promote modular software design and the creation of reusable software frameworks and components. Lead the adoption of modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, DevOps, DevSecOps, automated testing, and secure development principles. Champion continuous improvement initiatives relating to software tools, processes, standards, and ways of working. Mentor and develop engineers, supporting technical growth across the wider software function. Lead technical reviews and approve key engineering documentation. Contribute to customer proposals, bids and technical solution development, including effort estimation and risk assessment. Support information security and governance requirements in line with organisational and customer obligations. Skills & Experience Significant experience in software engineering leadership within a complex engineering environment. Strong background in one or more of the following: C/C++ Rust Embedded software development Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Windows or Linux application development Device driver development Proven track record delivering complex software solutions throughout the full development lifecycle. Strong understanding of software architecture, design methodologies, coding standards, verification, validation and configuration management. Experience implementing software development best practice, including automated testing and continuous integration frameworks. Familiarity with version control, defect management and change management tools. Experience working within regulated industries such as defence, aerospace, space, communications or other safety/security-critical sectors. Knowledge of modelling techniques and tools such as UML, SysML or Enterprise Architect would be beneficial. Exposure to secure software development and cryptographic systems would be advantageous. Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related discipline.
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.
Jun 11, 2026
Full time
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.
