Software Engineer

Leading ML & Digital Twin Software Company | Software Engineer | Westcott Venture Park, near Bicester | £39K-£49K

About the Company:

Our partner, a rapidly growing software company based near Oxford and Bicester, is at the forefront of developing innovative Machine Learning and Digital Twin software solutions for the Aerospace, Defence, and Urban Air Mobility sectors. They are pioneers in creating high-performance flight safety and GPS-free navigation systems for uncrewed autonomous platforms. This small, highly technical, and collaborative firm offers a dynamic environment where engineers can take significant ownership of complex product development, driving the future of autonomous systems.

About the Role:

This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented Software Engineer to join a cutting-edge team, focusing on the development and implementation of advanced algorithms for real-time embedded systems. You will play a crucial role across the full software development lifecycle, specifically contributing to flight safety and GPS-free navigation solutions for uncrewed autonomous systems. The role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a highly technical environment, enjoys tackling complex algorithmic challenges, and wants to see their work directly impact disruptive technologies in the aerospace and defence industries.

Responsibilities:

- Design, develop, and test high-performance embedded software algorithms for autonomous systems.

- Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment.

- Focus on real-time flight safety and GPS-free navigation solutions.

- Implement software engineering best practices, including design, coding standards, and testing.

- Write well-structured, efficient, documented, and thoroughly tested software.

- Participate in code reviews, source control management, and build processes.

- Collaborate closely with a highly technical team in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Requirements:

- Degree (ideally 2:1 or above) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

- Minimum 2-3 years' professional experience with real-time embedded software algorithms development.

- Strong C++ experience, particularly within real-time, embedded, or safety-critical systems.

- Deep understanding of real-time systems, event-driven execution, and formal design methods.

- Proven expertise in test-driven development and verification techniques.

- Practical experience with software engineering best practice, including documentation and code review.

- Comfortable working within the defence industry and eligible for UK SC clearance.

- Must not be subject to non-UK export restrictions (e.g., US ITAR).

Compensation and benefits:

- Competitive salary package ranging from £39,000 to £49,000.

- Opportunity to take significant ownership in a small, highly technical company.

- Exposure to cutting-edge Machine Learning and Digital Twin technologies.

- Contribute to disruptive innovation in Aerospace, Defence, and Urban Air Mobility.

- Potential for hybrid working, with primary location at Westcott Venture Park.

- Engage with complex algorithmic challenges and impactful product development.

- Chance to work on critical flight safety and GPS-free navigation systems.