At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and govern software architecture for cutting-edge robotics and autonomous systems.
- Company: Innovative tech firm in Newcastle with a focus on R&D.
- Benefits: Up to £70,000 salary, matched pension, free meals, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for career growth and relocation support available.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of autonomous technology.
- Qualifications: Strong software architecture experience and proficiency in C/C++ and Python.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our clients R&D function, reporting directly to the Head of R&D. In this role you'll design and govern the software architecture and CI/CD processes that their engineering team builds within. You'll take ownership of the architectural framework spanning robotics payloads, vehicle automation, computer vision, sensor integration, digital twins, and simulation - ensuring everything they build is scalable, maintainable, and defensible against safety-critical standards. You'll know how to let early-stage prototypes move fast on the right evidential path, without forcing full compliance before it's needed - while making sure the architecture is built to scale to full qualification when the time comes.
What You'll Do
- Define and implement end-to-end software architecture and CI/CD pipelines for remote and autonomous systems
- Establish unit testing, verification, and validation processes, building the evidence base needed to meet defence safety-critical standards
- Integrate architecture across control systems, computer vision, sensor fusion, simulation, and digital twin platforms
- Support system integration, commissioning, and real-world field trials alongside global military end users
What You'll Bring
Essential:
- A strong track record in software architecture for safety-critical or compliance-driven systems
- Hands-on experience with C/C++ and Python in Linux real-time environments
- Confidence reading electrical schematics and working across the hardware/software boundary
- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for safety-critical software
- A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (2:1 minimum)
Nice to Have:
- Familiarity with ROS/ROS2
- Experience with machine learning, OpenCV, or CODESYS/PLC environments
- A background in automotive safety systems, defence, robotics, or autonomous vehicle development
What's In It for You
- £70,000 basic salary
- 8% matched pension
- Free breakfast and lunch daily on-site
- 35-hour week: Tuesday-Thursday on-site, Monday/Friday from home, with an early finish on Fridays
- Up to £5,000 relocation allowance for the right candidate
Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
Senior Software Engineer in Essex employer: KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD
Join a pioneering medical device design and development company in Cambridgeshire, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovation in healthcare. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will benefit from structured career progression opportunities while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. Enjoy the unique advantage of contributing to cutting-edge projects that make a real difference in people's lives, all while being part of a company that values your development and well-being.
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