Software Applications Engineer (Robotics)

TL;DR

Software Applications Engineer (Robotics): Designing and implementing application and software solutions for underwater robotics systems with an accent on backend server design, control software, and web technology integration. Focus on developing software for next-generation underwater vehicles, managing codebase maintenance, and implementing secure, performant software on Linux and Windows platforms.

Location: Must be based in Fareham, Hampshire, UK

Company

A global leader in the defence and security sector, specializing in advanced systems for aeronautics, underwater robotics, and civil security.

What you will do

• Design and implement software solutions for underwater robotics applications.
• Develop software for next-generation underwater vehicles.
• Maintain and improve existing codebase and product architectures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate backend server designs with frontend interfaces.
• Ensure software reliability and performance across Windows and Linux environments.
• Participate in security-related development and system logging.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in C++, Python, and JavaScript.
• Solid understanding of software design, architecture, and backend server structure.
• Experience with web technologies and functional frontend page construction.
• Understanding of networking protocols like TCP/IP, UDP, and Web Sockets.
• Must be able to pass Baseline Personnel Security checks and National Security Vetting.

Nice to have

• Experience with IP video and video routing.
• Familiarity with DDS and message queues like RabbitMQ or ZeroMQ.
• GUI development experience using .NET or Qt.
• Experience developing customer-facing APIs.

Culture & Benefits

• Work on cutting-edge technology in the defence and robotics sector.
• Opportunities for career growth and personal fulfilment.
• Environment focused on innovation, creativity, and high-level professionalism.
• Part of a globally recognized defence company with a strong commitment to societal safety.