Developing uncrewed autonomous vehicles for defence applications This tech start-up is working on new innovations for next generation uncrewed autonomous systems, integrating robotics and autonomy with vehicular technologies. These are nascent projects with in-house technology know-how from techpreneur founders. They are looking for senior software engineers looking for an intellectually challenging problem to work on and get stuck into. The project work will be both core tech development, simulation work as well as real-world testing of hardware. This could include: low-level software for robotics development and integration; building simulation environments to test autonomous behaviours; HIL / SIL testing; software for autonomy; field testing. Requirements - Degree in computer science or similar and ideally a PhD. - Demonstrable project experience developing production code in C++ and Python on Linux including documentation and test coverage. Additional experience with embedded Linux systems (x86) would be desirable. - Experience with UxV domains (MAVLink, autopilot systems), sensor integration (LiDAR, radar), ROS/ ROS2 for robotic control, airspace test operations would be advantageous. Due to the nature of projects, interested applicants must be UK based and eligible for SC. Preference is for sole British nationals. The role is currently mostly remote, with weekly (once or twice per week) office days. This is interspersed with field days at test sites for real-world technology testing. Keywords: UxV, Autopilot, Linux, C++, Python, Real-world Testing, Defence, SC, Robotics, Autonomous Systems, UAV / UGV / USV, Prototyping, PoC, Hybrid Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call 01223 813399 or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: TJ27419 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.