Communications & EW Resilience Engineer

Southampton / Portsmouth - Hybrid / Remote

Help build the communications and navigation systems that keep long-range autonomous aircraft flying - even under jamming, spoofing, and real-world EW threats.

We’re looking for a hands-on engineer who can take ownership of the full comms chain, from radios and antennas to integration, testing, and flight-proven performance.

What You’ll Do

• Build resilient GNSS and comms systems for autonomous UAVs
• Integrate radios, antennas, and multi-path links (RF, SATCOM, 4G)
• Mitigate jamming/spoofing and improve EW resilience
• Lead lab, ground, and flight testing - including controlled EW trials
• Track real-world EW tactics and apply them to system design

What You Bring

• STEM degree (2:1+)
• Experience delivering comms or EW-resilient systems
• Strong RF, GNSS, and system-integration skills
• Practical experience with radios, antennas, C/C++ or Python
• Delivery-focused mindset and ability to own multi-domain problems

Details

• Full-time, permanent
• Hybrid (Southampton / Portsmouth) or Remote

Description

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

LOCATION: Whiteley

CLEARANCE REQUIRED: This role will require attainment and maintenance of SC clearance

Leidos heritage companies pioneered the development of air traffic control systems in the United States more than 50 years ago. Today our systems handle 75 per cent of the air traffic in the U.S. and approximately 60 per cent of the world’s air traffic. When it comes to air traffic safety and efficiency, our proven track record and industry-leading innovations make us the world’s most trusted air traffic control partner.  Our support to UK Air Traffic Management (ATM) began with NATS in the early 1990’s, starting with the development of the current in-service system; and we are now at the heart of the innovative development work to modernise ATM solutions.

This is an opportunity to work on an exciting programme delivering critical services and infrastructure key to the future of UK Air Traffic Management. This role will mainly be on site at Whiteley (near Portsmouth) however there will be opportunities to work remotely once the system is fully understood.

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to support the development of an ATM system. The successful candidate does not need to be familiar with ATM; on-the-job training will be provided as required.

The software engineer will work in a rapidly changing environment, delivering software of a high quality to wide range of difficult problems. They will work as part of a team performing all software development activities throughout the development life cycle. The position will require understanding and application of the software engineering standards, principles and best practices

Candidates must be a competent developer with sound technical knowledge, which will enhance the delivery of technical solutions to our customer.

You will have excellent communication skills coupled with a combination of the following:

Required Skills:

• Experience of developing software in C and C++/Experience of developing software in Ada 95/Knowledge of using APIs
• Experience of developing on Real Time Operating System (RTOS) like Linux.
• Enthusiastic self-starter with good verbal communication
• Excellent written communication through the use of e-mail, presentations and reports
• Comprehensive understanding of various software development methodologies
• Knowledge of configuration management within a software engineering environment (e.g. Subversion, Git)

Desired Skills:

• Experience of developing software in Java
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code and container technologies (e.g. Puppet, Docker)
• Experience of Atlassian tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with public cloud platforms (e.g. AWS)
• Experience of scripting languages (e.g. Python)
• Experience of systems / software design tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller)

Ensuring delivery of clean, quality code within a software development environment

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & Europe – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world.  You can inspire change.

Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team.  We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years.  Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future.

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

£61,500.00-£78,800.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Description

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

LOCATION: Whiteley

CLEARANCE REQUIRED: This role will require attainment and maintenance of SC clearance

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to support the development of an ATM system. The successful candidate does not need to be familiar with ATM; on-the-job training will be provided as required.

The software engineer will work in a rapidly changing environment, delivering software of a high quality to wide range of difficult problems. They will work as part of a team performing all software development activities throughout the development life cycle. The position will require understanding and application of the software engineering standards, principles and best practices

Candidates must be a competent developer with sound technical knowledge, which will enhance the delivery of technical solutions to our customer.

You will have excellent communication skills coupled with a combination of the following:

Typical Duties:

• Design software using functional and/or object-oriented methodologies
• Implement software solutions and/or tools that contain logical and mathematical solutions
• Conduct functional, unit testing and/or early system integration testing
• Investigate problems identified during test, including problem diagnosis and resolution
• Prepare operating instructions for the software application and/or tool
• Document and present research findings to relevant stakeholders
• Apply the appropriate standards, processes and principles in his/her daily activities

Required Skills:

• Experience of developing software in C and C++
• Experience of developing software in Ada 95
• Knowledge of using APIs
• Experience of developing on Real Time Operating System (RTOS) like Linux.
• Enthusiastic self-starter with good verbal communication
• Excellent written communication through the use of e-mail, presentations and reports
• Comprehensive understanding of various software development methodologies
• Knowledge of configuration management within a software engineering environment (e.g. Subversion, Git)

Desired Skills:

• Experience of developing software in Java
• Knowledge of infrastructure as code and container technologies (e.g. Puppet, Docker)
• Experience of Atlassian tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
• Experience with public cloud platforms (e.g. AWS)
• Experience of scripting languages (e.g. Python)
• Experience of systems / software design tools (e.g. Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller)

Ensuring delivery of clean, quality code within a software development environment

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & Europe – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world.  You can inspire change.

Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team.  We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years.  Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future.

If you’re looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We’re not hiring followers. We’re recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We’re already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

£47,600.00-£61,000.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Securing Your Data

Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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This position is perfect for an FPGA Engineer focused on innovation. You will be ahead of industry trends, collaborating with leading semiconductor companies and top engineers on challenging projects. In this small company, there’s no micromanagementjust a focus on great work. Attend meetings when needed, but you have the freedom to design solutions your way. If you enjoy solving complex problems independently, this role offers flexibility and autonomy.

This FPGA Engineer role is hybrid, after an initial training period fully onsite.

Despite being very well-established and highly successful, they maintain a small business atmosphere with a start-up culture.

Senior FPGA Engineer essential requirements

• At least 5+ years relevant FPGA experience
• Good understanding of the PCIe spec OR very experienced designer of FPGA cores.
• Familiarity with Verilog, System Verilog

Senior FPGA Engineer desirable skills

• High-speed protocols Ethernet, PCIe, USB, NVMe, CXL etc
• C/C++. Linux, Bash, Python, VHDL, tcl
• Jira, Git
• VHDL
• High speed transceivers
• Memory controllers
• PCB Layout

Position: Senior FPGA Engineer  
Location: Hybrid WFH within reach of Portsmouth  
Salary: £60-95k  
Benefits:Bonus, Pension, Healthcare  
Key Skills: FPGA design, Verilog  

Senior Software Engineer
Portsmouth Hybrid, 3 days onsite
50,000- 75,000 plus bonus and benefits

This Senior Software Engineer role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with experience in C++ and Unreal Engine, working on complex, performance-critical software across modelling and simulation, autonomy and geospatial domains. The position focuses on building robust, scalable systems while offering clear progression towards technical leadership.

The role sits within a growing software and data science consultancy delivering end-to-end solutions across defence, energy, transport and health. You will work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists and subject matter experts on programmes covering modelling and simulation, autonomous systems, synthetic environments and digital twins.

You will stay close to the code while contributing ideas, shaping solutions and engaging directly with customers.

What you will be doing
Designing, developing and delivering software solutions across modelling and simulation, autonomy and geospatial domains
Working with technologies including wargaming, robotic and autonomous systems, digital twins and synthetic environments
Applying mathematical and computational methods to solve real-world problems
Contributing to technical consultancy projects, with opportunities to lead defined work packages
Analysing use cases and project context to shape requirements and specifications
Working across existing codebases and contributing to performance-critical systems
Building and maintaining effective customer and stakeholder relationships
Supporting technical reporting and presenting work to customers

What you will bring
At least 5 years’ experience designing and delivering performant software applications
Proficiency in C, C++ or C# alongside Python
Experience with Unreal Engine or similar game-engine technology
Understanding of software modelling and simulation techniques
Experience in areas such as entity or event-based simulation, robotics or autonomous systems
Confidence working with large codebases and understanding performance and hardware constraints
Strong communication skills and the ability to work directly with stakeholders

Desirable
Experience within UK defence or other regulated environments
Degree-level education or equivalent experience with a strong STEM or computing background

Location, security and working pattern
Hybrid working with 3 days per week onsite in Portsmouth
Willingness to travel within the UK and work at client sites when required
Right to live and work in the UK
Eligible and willing to obtain SC security clearance, normally requiring 5 years UK residency

What’s on offer
Salary from 50,000, flexible based on experience
7 percent employer pension contribution
Private healthcare and life assurance
25 days holiday with additional holiday purchase options
EV salary sacrifice scheme
Structured mentoring and internal and external training opportunities

Job Title: Test Engineer
Location: Lymington, Hampshire
Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 basic + benefits
On-site

Test Engineer – Electronic Instrumentation – R&D & Test Development
We are recruiting for an Embedded Test Engineer to join an established engineering and R&D team developing advanced electronic instrumentation products used in real-world industrial applications.
This is a hands-on role focused on test development, automated test systems, product validation and production test fixture design for embedded electronic products. You’ll be involved from early product concept through validation and into production test readiness.
This position would suit a Test Development Engineer, Product Validation Engineer or Embedded Systems Test Engineer who enjoys building automated test solutions and working closely with multidisciplinary design teams.

Key Responsibilities - Test Engineer – Electronic Instrumentation – R&D & Test Development

• Develop and execute system-level test plans for embedded electronic products
• Design and build automated test fixtures and test equipment for engineering and production use
• Develop automated test scripts and software using Python and/or C/C++
• Perform product validation testing against technical and user requirements
• Support integration and system testing of embedded hardware and firmware
• Contribute to test strategy during early product development stages
• Verify and refine test fixtures for production test environments
• Work closely with electronics, firmware and mechanical engineering teams

Technical Areas - Test Engineer – Electronic Instrumentation – R&D & Test Development
Embedded systems testing, Electronic product validation, Automated test development, Hardware/software integration testing, Test fixture and test rig design, Communication protocols and hardware interfaces, Production and NPI test processes

Skills & Experience Required - Test Engineer – Electronic Instrumentation – R&D & Test Development

• Experience in electronic or embedded systems test and validation
• Experience developing automated tests and test processes
• Programming skills in Python and/or C/C++ for test automation
• Experience designing or building electronic test fixtures or test equipment
• Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communication protocols
• Experience debugging embedded systems
• Strong problem-solving and technical documentation skills

This is a great opportunity to join a highly successful, rapidly expanding company who are investing heavily in their products/R&D.

If you have any specific questions about this Test Engineer – Electronic Instrumentation – R&D & Test Development role in Hampshire, please contact David on 01582 350052.

Digital IC Design Lead - Southampton (Hybrid) - £90k + Benefits

My client is a high growth semiconductor business with a strong focus on innovation across display, video, AI data processing, and wireless connectivity. They operate in a modern, engineering led environment and are continuing to expand their IC Development capability.

They are now seeking an experiencedIC Digital Leadto join their growing team. This is a senior technical leadership role, combining hands on digital IC expertise with people and project leadership.

Location:Southampton, Hampshire (Hybrid)

Visa Sponsorship:Available

Essential requirements:

BEng or MEng in Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline

5+ years experience in digital or mixed signal design

1+ years experience in a people management or technical leadership role

Hands-on experience in digital IC design using Verilog, SystemVerilog, and/or VHDL

Desirable experience:

Mixed signal design exposure

Familiarity with the full ASIC front end and back end flow

Python scripting

Experience using tools such as JIRA and Confluence

Company DescriptionCrondall Energy is an independent consultancy with 25 years of global experience supporting offshore energy projects. We provide strategic, commercial and technical expertise across the full lifecycle of floating production, subsea systems and offshore developments. Our work spans six core areas: Energy Transition, Offshore Renewables, Floating Production, Subsea & Pipelines, Business Consulting and Technology Development. We advise a wide range of stakeholdersincluding energy companies, investors and law firmshelping them manage risk and deliver successful project outcomes. With a strong focus on decarbonisation, we partner closely with offshore operators and developers to drive the energy transition and support progress toward a netzero future.

Role Description

The role has flexible working options with hybrid working of at least 3 days per week in our Southampton office.

This is a new role as Crondall Energy looks to both modernise our internal processes and develop new tools to deliver services to clients. The role is our first internal developer role and will be very hands on with development, with the successful candidate designing and developing Power Platform solutions to support our internal teams. The successful candidate will also work closely with the IT Manager to define company development processes, and assist with guidance and training as we upskill staff to work in Power Apps, Power BI and Azure.

After initial improvements to our internal management and administration tools the developer will work with our engineers directly to design and develop new tools and apps to support their work including new calculation tools, data analysis and working with the IT Manager on automation and AI capabilities.

We see this role as a key part of our strategy to modernise work and take advantage of the latest developments in Power Platform, machine learning, and data science. The successful candidate will have a leading role in shaping our development strategy and the role has the potential to evolve into further work directly with our clients, or leading a small team of developers as we expand our approach to developing in-house solutions in the future.

Role responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and document solutions using Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Develop and improve SharePoint solutions (SPFx, PnP) in addition to integration with existing lists/libraries.
• Develop and maintain integrations with Azure and other cloud services.
• Develop solutions in line with industry best practices and following secure development principles.
• Advise staff on possible solutions to improve workflows and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal teams to understand business processes and to gather requirements to design solutions.
• Communicate with external developers, clients and vendors to understand requirements for integration or solution development.
• Carrying out scoping and analysis for solutions for both internal and external clients.
• Assist the IT Manager in producing guidance and training for internal staff on Power Platform development.
• Assist the IT Manager in developing and maintaining the company software development lifecycle and procedures.
• Maintain awareness of new technologies and capabilities in Power Platform and the wider Microsoft ecosystem.
• Such other activities as Crondalls management shall reasonably request from time to time.

Person Specification

Essential

• 3-5 years development experience in SharePoint, Power Apps and Power Automate.
• Knowledge of development best practice and secure development principles.
• Demonstrable experience of supporting full development lifecycle from initial design to implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement.
• Proficient with REST APIs and integration with third party services.
• Experience developing solutions in quality managed environments (ISO 9001).

Desirable

• Confident working with external clients to conduct scoping and analysis for solutions.
• Experience developing Power BI solutions.
• Experience supporting internal staff with development projects.
• Experience delivering training and providing mentoring to junior developers.
• Understanding of Azure development and resources (Blob Storage, Azure Data Factory, Logic apps, AI builder, Azure Functions).
• Experience/knowledge of other programming/scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, JavaScript preferred)
• Database development/support experience (MS SQL).
• Microsoft certifications or a willingness to achieve (PL-900, PL-200, PL-400)

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a confident Power Platform developer with 3-5 years experience, primarily in Power Apps and SharePoint. The successful candidate will be able to work independently to design and develop solutions in Canvas and Model Driven apps. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience producing timesheet, project tracking/management, staff management, resource planning and document management solutions. Any experience of developing engineering or mathematic apps/tools would also be a plus.

The role involves working with staff and suppliers both in-person and remotely, so strong communication skills are essential. We also plan to deliver training to staff on use of Power Platform and basic development so experience mentoring or providing training is a plus.

We respectfully request that no recruitment agencies make contact on this position.

Salary: Negotiableplus benefits, pension (7% contribution), 25 days holiday & life insurance

We are looking for senior software engineers with a range of levels of experience including designing and delivering software applications.

We are a small but rapidly growing consultancy, owned by four highly experienced and recognised practitioners in UK defence consultancy. We are looking for candidates with a mix of technical expertise and interpersonal skills, able to work independently or in small teams.

The Role:

As a Software Engineer, you will play a major role in developing code in the Software Modelling and Simulation, autonomy and geospatial fields, along with providing key advice around innovation and new techniques to stakeholders. You will be designing solutions for complex challenges that will meet and exceed user requirements.

Responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing and delivering software solutions using a large range of techniques, including Wargames, Modelling and Simulation, Robotic and Autonomous systems, Digital Twins and Synthetic Environments.
• Applying mathematical and computational methods to tackle real world problems, applying tools and techniques, and developing novel approaches where required.
• Delivering technical consulting projects and products, with the opportunity to lead some of these
• Building new relationships and maintaining current customer relationships.

Expertise Required:

• Senior Software Engineer: At least 5 years experience, including designing and delivering software applications.

About You:

We are looking for candidates who can help the company grow and can offer exciting opportunities for those with the drive to develop their own skills and those of the company. We offer competitive salaries and packages, and the opportunity for rapid advancement for the right candidates.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

Essential

• At least 5 years experience in designing and implementing performant software applications.
• Apply mathematical principles or statistical approaches to solve problems in scientific or applied fields.
• Proficient in C/C++ or C# and Python.
• Ability to understand and describe a range of software modelling and simulation techniques.
• Ability to analyse use cases and project data context to determine specifications and requirements.
• Experience in one or more of the following technical disciplines:
• Videogame engine technology (e.g. Unreal Engine, Godot)
• Entity or Event based Simulation
• Robotics and Autonomous Systems
• Understand varied codebases and be confident in making changes to large projects.
• Understand performance and hardware constraints.
• Building customer and stakeholder relationships.
• Supporting and leading authoring of technical reports and presenting to customers.
• Be willing to travel across UK and comfortable to work at client sites for periods.

Desirable:

• Experience working with Defence Digital, DE&S, Dstl, Frontline Commands or UK Defence industry.
• The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experience.
• Wed love you to bring a strong STEM / computing background.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Word.

Other Requirements:

• Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.
• Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access.
• Candidates will also need to either hold a current SC clearance or be willing and eligible to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years UK residency.

Software Engineer, Southampton, £35,000 £40,000

• Software Engineer / Computer scientist / Software Development opportunity within a fast-growing medical device company, developing game-changing rapid diagnostic technology for hospital laboratories.
• Salary guide £35,000 £40,000 depending on experience (some flexibility)
• Flexible working hours, 27 days holiday (increasing by 1 day per year), well-funded MedTech start-up environment.

You will be part of a small, highly skilled team bringing a revolutionary technology to market following recent UKCA approval, with UK rollout underway and international expansion planned.

This Software Engineer job will suit:

• A Software Engineer or Computer Scientist with some experience developing software in a regulated environment (medical devices, aerospace, automotive or similar).
• Software Engineers familiar with developing software to industry standards as well as structured, test-driven processes.
• Candidates with strong mathematical and statistical skills, who can apply this to to algorithm development.
• Those with a degree in a relevant discipline (2.1 minimum).
• Experience in C/C++, Python, MATLAB or similar languages.
• Self-motivated engineers comfortable working with minimal supervision in a fast-paced start-up environment.

This Software Engineer job will involve:

• Development of software for current and future diagnostic instruments, including middleware, firmware and algorithm development.
• Writing well-documented, maintainable, and test-driven code in line with medical device & industry specific standards (e.g. IEC 62304, ISO 13485, ISO 14971).
• Development and execution of unit, sub-system and system-level test plans.
• Supporting software integration with hardware and electromechanical systems.
• Working closely with internal teams including production, service and commercial teams, as well as external suppliers.

This Software Engineer jobis based in Southampton and is commutable from Fareham, Portsmouth, Eastleigh, Hedge End, Winchester and surrounding areas.

To apply please send your CV to Sam Hilton at Euro Projects Recruitment Ltd.
Please note that if you are not contacted within ten days, your application has not been successful.

Software Engineer

Salary:Competitive, negotiable based on experience, plus benefits including a 7% pension contribution, 25 days holiday, and life insurance

Location:Portsmouth, hybrid working

Sirius Digital is a trusted provider of expertise in Software Engineering, Data Science, and AI, supporting clients in the defence, nuclear, space, and energy sectors. We specialise in software modelling and simulation, robotics and autonomous systems, as well as data science and engineering, delivering technical consultancy and innovative solutions.

We are seeking a Software Engineer who combines strong technical skills with problem-solving ability and effective communication. You will work independently or as part of small teams, helping Sirius Digital grow while advancing your own expertise. We offer a competitive benefits package and clear opportunities for rapid career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver technical consultancy projects to a high standard
• Develop and implement software solutions across areas such as wargaming, simulation, autonomous systems, digital twins, and synthetic environments
• Build and sustain strong client relationships
• Apply mathematical and computational techniques to solve real-world problems, developing innovative approaches as needed

What Were Looking For:

• Experience designing and delivering performant software applications, ideally within a technical consultancy environment
• Knowledge of software modelling and simulation techniques
• Ability to analyse requirements and define technical specifications
• Experience in one or more of the following: videogame engine technology (e.g., Unreal Engine, Godot), entity or event-based simulation, robotics, and autonomous systems
• Proficiency in C/C++, familiarity with Python, C#, Zig.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and programming languages
• Ability to apply mathematical or statistical methods to scientific or applied challenges
• Confidence working with large codebases and understanding hardware/performance constraints
• Strong interpersonal skills for client and stakeholder engagement
• Experience preparing technical reports and presenting to customers
• Willingness to travel within the UK and work on client sites as required

Desirable:

• Background working with Defence Digital, DE&S, Dstl, Frontline Commands, or the UK Defence industry
• Degree in a STEM or computing discipline, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

What We Offer:

• Mentoring, internal and external training, and access to sector specialists and online learning
• Comprehensive benefits including a 7% pension contribution, private healthcare, life assurance, additional holiday purchase options, and an electric vehicle scheme

Other Requirements:

Candidates must have an existing right to live and work in the UK.

Candidates will need to undergo an internal BPSS check prior to gaining site access.

Candidates will also need to either be willing and eligible or to undergo a Security Clearance check (SC level) or hold a current SC clearance upon starting their employment with the company. To gain SC clearance you will normally need at least 5 years UK residency.

Senior Modelling Engineer Southampton, Hampshire - Semiconductors

This role is ideal for ahands-on engineerwho thrives at the intersection ofmodelling, system analysis, and hardware experimentation.You will play a key role in shaping futurehumanmachine interface (HMI) technologiesthrough rigorous research and practical engineering.

You will be part of a team working onR&D of current and next-generation HMI technology, collaborating closely withsystem architects, IC design, firmware, and system validation teamsto ensure a consistent modelling-to-hardware flow.

What we expect from you:

• Proven experience inhigh-level modelling and simulation of complex systems
• Strong knowledge ofDigital Signal Processing (DSP)
• Solid understanding ofASIC design, mixed-signal systems, and related analysis tools
• Proficient withversion control systems(e.g., Git, Subversion) and familiar withAgile development methods
• Proactive, curious, and collaborative, with a passion forknowledge sharing and learningacross all levels
• Proficient intwo or moreof: MATLAB, Simulink, Python

Location: Southampton (Hybrid)

Salary: £100k

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Software Engineer - Embedded C / C++ / Python Work at the Forefront of RF Communications & Sensor Technology Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and security sectors, is seeking a talented Software Engineer to join their innovative development team. This permanent role offers the chance to work on cutting‑edge RF communication and sensor technologies within a dynamic, technically challenging environment that supports professional growth and long‑term career progression. About the Role As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the full development lifecycle of advanced embedded systems, working across Embedded C, C++, and Python. You’ll collaborate within an agile team to design, implement, and test high‑integrity software solutions while gaining exposure to next‑generation RF communication and sensor products. The role also offers the opportunity to influence future product development and, for the right individual, to take on team leadership or line‑management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Design and develop detailed software components for high‑performance products. Implement, test, and integrate software within an agile, multidisciplinary team. Build a solid understanding of existing RF communication and sensor technologies. Contribute to product evolution and future R&D roadmaps. Communicate effectively with engineering teams, project stakeholders, and customers. Support or undertake leadership responsibilities as required. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience with Embedded C, C++, and Python. Understanding of sensor systems, RF communication, or related technologies. Software engineering experience across the full product lifecycle (concept → deployment). Familiarity with modern software architecture practices. Experience with scientific applications, DSP, or algorithm implementation. Comfortable working within agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban). Proficient with modern development tools such as Git, GitLab, VS Code. Desirable Experience Modern UI design and implementation. Embedded software development and cross‑compiling. Knowledge of Linux OS, kernel drivers, or low‑level interfaces. Experience with DevOps tooling (GitLab CI/CD, pipelines, Docker). Previous team leadership, mentoring, or line‑management experience. Benefits Competitive salary. Flexible benefits package covering health, wellbeing, savings, protection, and leisure. Inclusive and creative working environment with flexible working arrangements. Strong opportunities for professional development and long‑term career growth.If you are a passionate Software Engineer eager to work on advanced technology that makes a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a forward‑thinking team shaping the future of defence and security innovation

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Principal Embedded Software Engineer– Southampton - £70k - £80k Hexwired Recruitment has partnered with a world renowned Electronics manufacturer based in Southampton who are now seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to help develop and maintain a brand new system the company is developing. The company are recognised globally, and are expanding because of a healthy order book. The company are now seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer with excellent experience leading technical projects as well as working autonomously on new projects. This is a Principal Embedded Software role focusing on Processor design as well as comm interfaces. Due to the nature of the work, this will be a mostly onsite role. Key Requirements: * Bachelors, Masters or PhD in Computer science, Embedded Systems, Maths, Physics or similar * 10+ years commercial Embedded software experience * Excellent Firmware RTOS experience * Good commercial Serial Comms experience (RS232, RS422, TCP/IP etc) * Any experience working on testing embedded code is highly desirable. The company are looking to offer circa £80k dependent on experience. Along with an excellent benefits package. If you’re interested in this Principal Embedded Software role, please apply. For more information on this role, or any other jobs across; Embedded, C++ programming, Embedded Linux, FPGA, Python, Electronics, Hardware, Golang Development, Machine Learning, Data Science or Simulation contact us today

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Software Applications Developer Job in Ringwood

Office based Monday to Friday 8.00 am 4.00 pm Permanent / Full time and Part Time considered
£DOE per annum

About the Role

Our client is looking for a Software Applications Developer to join our team, developing PC-based software applications that support our products and customers. This role involves the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering through to release and ongoing support. The Software Applications Developer will work closely with service teams, sales teams, and customers, contributing to multiple projects simultaneously and delivering high-quality, fully documented software solutions.

Key Responsibilities as a Software Applications Developer:

• Design and develop PC-based software applications to meet defined project requirements and timescales
• Develop applications using established software development processes, primarily in Python
• Create, execute, and document unit tests, module tests, and integration tests
• Produce installable PC executables and manage application updates as required
• Manage workload across multiple projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met

Minimum Skills and Experience Required as a Software Applications Developer:

• Engineering or science degree, or equivalent software development qualification and/or experience
• Strong knowledge of Python for PC application development
• Experience with widget-based GUI development tools such as Kivy or Qt
• Proficiency in version control systems such as Git
• Knowledge of cloud services, ideally AWS
• Understanding of software security and protection against malicious attack
• Strong organisational skills with a methodical and systematic approach

Desirable

• Experience working with 12V and 24V off-road machinery
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Familiarity with TCP/IP and Ethernet-based communication protocols

What They Offer you as a Software Applications Developer:

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging and varied projects
• Training and development in specialist areas
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Pension contribution and Holiday Pay

Location Winchester, Hants, Hybrid role

Salary - £40K-£75K plus bonus and benefits

Our client islooking for a positive, flexible self-starter to join their team as a Senior Analyst. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in delivering analysis capability as an integral part of a small, agile and growing business.

Our client s team of analysts, consultants and Defence SMEs work closely with their customers to deliver high-impact services and solutions. Data science and operational analysis are a key part of their company s capability. They are growing this capability and are looking for a highly motivated and capable Senior Analyst.

As Senior Analyst your role will include:

• Using operational analysis approaches to deliver impactful insights to their clients.
• Taking a consultative approach to your work, understanding how your work contributes to delivering a great result for clients.
• Using agile approaches to develop models and tools, including requirements capture, design, development, testing and management.
• Collating, managing, structuring, analysing, presenting, and visualising data.
• Deriving unique insights from data to inform senior-level decision making.
• Producing internal and external presentations and reports to summarise processes, findings, recommendations, and decision analysis results.
• Delivering high quality analysis and outputs.
• Taking a leading role in the day-to-day delivery of projects, working closely with clients and the company s team of consultants and analysts.

The role as a Senior Analyst will require a blend of working from our office, occasional travel to client sites, and working from home. Our client is happy to consider flexible working arrangements based on individual circumstances.

The company s main clients will be based around key UK Defence establishments in the south of England.

Experience /Qualifications Senior Analyst:

The following skills and experience will enable you to excel in this role:

• Operational analysis approaches and techniques
• Advanced data analysis in Excel, including VBA
• Data analysis and data science
• Experience working within UK MoD
• Stakeholder engagement, requirements gathering and process design.
• A self-starter and team player.
• Good communication skills, enabling you to work confidently with team members and clients.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritise your work.
• Attention to detail and the drive to see work through to completion.
• A positive and flexible approach to your work.
• Degree, MSc or equivalent experience
• Advanced data analysis in Excel, including VBA.
• Decision making techniques and processes.
• Operating models and organisational design.
• Software development using Python.
• Knowledge of current software development approaches, platforms and best practice.
• Experience of Microsoft365, SharePoint, PowerBI, Dataverse and PowerApps solutions.
• Recent UK Defence Security Clearance (SC) would be of interest but is not essential.

Senior Analyst Defence, MOD

Job Title: Test Engineer
Location: Lymington, Hampshire
Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 basic + benefits
On-site

Test Engineer Electronic Instrumentation R&D & Test Development
We are recruiting for an Embedded Test Engineer to join an established engineering and R&D team developing advanced electronic instrumentation products used in real-world industrial applications.
This is a hands-on role focused on test development, automated test systems, product validation and production test fixture design for embedded electronic products. You ll be involved from early product concept through validation and into production test readiness.
This position would suit a Test Development Engineer, Product Validation Engineer or Embedded Systems Test Engineer who enjoys building automated test solutions and working closely with multidisciplinary design teams.

Key Responsibilities - Test Engineer Electronic Instrumentation R&D & Test Development

• Develop and execute system-level test plans for embedded electronic products
• Design and build automated test fixtures and test equipment for engineering and production use
• Develop automated test scripts and software using Python and/or C/C++
• Perform product validation testing against technical and user requirements
• Support integration and system testing of embedded hardware and firmware
• Contribute to test strategy during early product development stages
• Verify and refine test fixtures for production test environments
• Work closely with electronics, firmware and mechanical engineering teams

Technical Areas - Test Engineer Electronic Instrumentation R&D & Test Development
Embedded systems testing, Electronic product validation, Automated test development, Hardware/software integration testing, Test fixture and test rig design, Communication protocols and hardware interfaces, Production and NPI test processes

Skills & Experience Required - Test Engineer Electronic Instrumentation R&D & Test Development

• Experience in electronic or embedded systems test and validation
• Experience developing automated tests and test processes
• Programming skills in Python and/or C/C++ for test automation
• Experience designing or building electronic test fixtures or test equipment
• Knowledge of hardware interfaces and communication protocols
• Experience debugging embedded systems
• Strong problem-solving and technical documentation skills

This is a great opportunity to join a highly successful, rapidly expanding company who are investing heavily in their products/R&D.

If you have any specific questions about this Test Engineer Electronic Instrumentation R&D & Test Development role in Hampshire, please contact David on (phone number removed).

Ringwood
£DOE per annum
Permanent / Full-time and Part Time Considered

About the Role

Our client is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join the engineering team. This role focuses on the design, development, and integration of embedded software for advanced machine control systems. You will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and support installation and commissioning activities, ensuring robust, compliant, and high-quality software solutions are delivered on time.

Key Responsibilities as a Embedded Software Engineer:

• Design, develop, and integrate embedded software systems to meet project requirements and timescales
• Develop software for machine control systems and electro-mechanical interfaces
• Create, execute, and document software integration and verification tests
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers when required
• Ensure software is developed in accordance with internal engineering procedures and relevant regulatory standards
• Manage project tasks and timelines, working across multiple projects simultaneously

Minimum Skills and Experience Required as a Embedded Software Engineer:

• Engineering or science degree, or equivalent qualification and/or relevant industry experience
• Strong experience using engineering design and test verification tools
• Experience developing software for electro-mechanical systems and machine communication protocols, particularly CAN bus
• Proficient in C or C++ (Python knowledge is an advantage)
• Experience with PLC logic programming and testing using CoDeSys, including functional block diagrams and structured text
• Strong problem-solving, reporting, and analytical skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience with 12V and 24V off-road machinery
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems
• Experience interfacing software with CAN-based sensors, analogue and digital sensors, and actuators

What They Offer you as a Embedded Software Engineer:

• Opportunity to work on innovative technology
• Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
• Training and development in specialist areas
• Competitive salary and benefits package