Job Description
Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting edge projects, this could be ideal for you.
Senior Software Engineer
Marine Defence applications
Portsmouth
Permanent
Role Overview
We are looking for a talented software engineer to help shape the future of intelligent vehicle control systems. You’ll work on cutting-edge projects that blend software design, control systems, and real-world testing to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.
Responsibilities will include:
* Software systems architecture design and development in line with system requirements, with a focus on closed loop control and vehicle systems management.
* Application life-cycle and technical authority for mobile platforms, from scoping and architecture design to delivery.
* Implementation of robust, scalable closed loop control features including propulsion management, electrical systems, control allocation, autopilot and more.
* Testing and validation of software, including unit testing, simulation-based testing, bench testing, and sea trials.
* Production of comprehensive software documentation.
* Conducting peer reviews to ensure designs are reliable, modular, and maintainable.
* Mentoring and guidance for less experienced staff.
* Collaborating closely with the software and engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software and documentation.
Qualifications and Experience:
* Degree-level qualification in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, or similar, or equivalent industry experience.
* Professional experience in design and development of software for control systems.
* Advanced software development experience in modern C++ (14 or newer).
Desirable:
* Advanced knowledge of closed loop control.
* Experience with marine or mobile robotics projects.
* Experience with embedded systems.
* Experience with PID tuning on physical systems.
* Experience with ROS or ROS2.
* Experience with CAN bus.
* Familiarity with autonomous systems and robotics software stacks.
* Experience with real-time systems or control systems.
* Understanding of sensor fusion, path planning, or state estimation.
Benefits
* Annual Leave – Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
* Wellbeing Day - An additional Wellbeing Day each year to focus on personal health and wellbeing.
* Private Healthcare – Access to comprehensive private healthcare coverage to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
* Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover – Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security.
* Family Leave – Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Christmas Leave – A Christmas shutdown is typically observed.
* Professional Development – Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning.
* Pension Contribution – pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice
* Flexible Working – Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work–life balance.
* Inclusive Culture – A professional environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration.
Candidates must be able to obtain BPSS clearance and should have the right to work in the UK.