Overview
We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join our team developing advanced control systems and user interfaces for autonomous marine vessels. You will design intuitive, high-performance software—from operator interfaces to robust autonomy and communication modules—while contributing to testing, documentation, and team-wide code quality.
Responsibilities
* Software design and development in line with the system requirements, with focus on user interfaces, communication and autonomy
* Designing and delivering user interfaces for controlling and monitoring mobile platforms, with a focus on user experience and usability
* Testing and validation of software, including unit testing, bench testing, and sea trials
* Production of comprehensive software documentation
* Conducting peer reviews to ensure designs are fit for purpose, extensible and re-usable
* Working flexibly with the software and engineering teams to ensure software and documentation are delivered on time
Essential Qualifications
* Degree level qualification in Computer Science, Mechatronics or similar, or equivalent industry experience
* Software development experience in modern C++ (14 or newer)
* User interface and/or graphics development experience (Qt preferable)
Desirable Qualifications
* Experience with Qt QML, and/or Qt C++ bindings
* User interface and graphics development experience
* User experience (UX) research and design
* Experience with ROS or ROS2
* Experience with mobile robotics projects
* Experience with graphical tools such as Photoshop, Blender, Illustrator
* A proactive individual with strong commitment and self-motivation
What We Offer
* 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 – Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover
* Family Leave – Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Christmas Leave – A Christmas shutdown is typically observed
* Professional Development – Ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes
* Pension Contribution – Pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice
* Flexible Working – Opportunities for flexible working arrangements
* Inclusive Culture – A professional environment that values diversity, innovation, and collaboration
Security and Compliance
Note: Due to the nature of work at SubSea Craft, the selected candidate must be capable of meeting the security requirements of the position, including the right to live and work in the UK, Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), with UK national security clearance required for certain roles.
What We Expect From You
* Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration
* Initiative and independent working
* Honesty and integrity
* Business and commercial awareness
* Agility, adaptability and continuous development
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Please note that DBS checks, driving licence checks and references may be carried out; all offers of employment are subject to meeting our requirements.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Defense and Space Manufacturing
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