Software Engineer in Farnborough

Location: Future vacancies could be available in Bristol, Farnborough or Whiteley (Hampshire).

The Role: Due to growth within UK programmes, we will need talented Software Engineers throughout the course of 2026. You will be responsible for contributing to a multi-discipline team in the analysis of problems, solution work-up and delivery of software as required across a wide range of applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigation into potential problems in the various systems
• Develop software requirements
• Contribute to architecture and design baselines
• Develop software solutions/recommendations and implement these
• Change and release management
• Technical risk and opportunity management
• Liaise with other disciplines (i.e. Systems Engineering and Formal Test) as well as management and Team Leadership
• Creation of software test plans and test execution
• Adherence to all relevant software standards required

Required Skills:

• Experience of delivering real-time and/or safety-related software
• Knowledge of software development languages (e.g. TAL, C and C++)
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g. Python, TACL)
• Experience of systems engineering, software development, integration and test
• Knowledge of configuration management within a software engineering environment
• Experience of the complete project life cycle from bid through to operational delivery
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide clear technical direction
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate with other stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication through the use of e-mail, presentations and reports
• Ability to build effective working relationships with the team, internal stakeholders and external stakeholders
• Strong time management and organisational skills

Clearance Requirements:

• Clearance to Start BPSS
• Clearance for Role SC
• You must be willing to undergo SC or DV clearance dependent upon the security requirements for the role

What we do for you:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Flexible Working Scheme

Commitment to Diversity: We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Pay Range: £47,600.00-£61,000.00

Who We Are: Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science. Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services.

What Makes Us Different: Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits. People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing.