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Senior Software Engineer

Holt ExecutiveDorset, South West England🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 24 Jul 2026

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Full Time
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Join a cutting-edge engineering team as a Senior Software Engineer developing autonomous systems for the next generation of marine and defence technology.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to take a leading role in designing, developing, and delivering advanced software solutions that operate in challenging real-world environments.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll work across the full software lifecycle, from concept and design through to integration, testing and delivery, as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team shaping the future of maritime autonomy.

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Software Engineer Designing and developing software for advanced autonomous systems<br />Supporting integration and delivery activities across complex engineering projects<br />Collaborating with hardware, systems and domain experts throughout the development lifecycle<br />Engaging directly with end users to refine functionality and performance<br />Taking a lead role in development discussions and cross-team collaboration What you’ll bring as a Senior Software Engineer Proven experience in software design and delivery<br />A degree (or equivalent experience) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline<br />Knowledge of autonomous system architectures and the marine or defence domain<br />Strong understanding of software engineering processes, tools, and lifecycles<br />Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering environments Technical skills required by the Senior Software Engineer Essential:

Java development<br />Java build systems (e.g. Maven)<br />Experience with the Atlassian toolset (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)<br />Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality principlesDesirable: HMI / UI development (e.g.

JavaFX)<br />GIS development<br />Communication and control system interfaces<br />Git version control<br />UML design Why apply?

Hybrid and flexible working options (full-time, part-time or condensed hours)<br />Excellent professional development and progression opportunities<br />Collaborative and innovative engineering culture<br />Competitive salary, pension and benefits Security Clearance:

Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC). TT

Skills

Confluence
Git
Java
Jira

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