Senior Engineer - Analysis Software Development in London

Senior Engineer – Analysis Software Development We are Rolls‑Royce SMR and we’re doing something that’s never been done before. We’re revolutionising an industry. That’s a once‑in‑a‑career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge. This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
About the Team: Rolls‑Royce SMR requires world‑class engineering analysis capability across a wide range of disciplines, including structural analysis, thermo‑fluids, electrical systems and many more. The Engineering Analysis Capability team develops software solutions that improve the efficiency, quality and scalability of these analytical activities. These solutions range from Python‑based engineering applications and automation tools through to digital workflows, multidisciplinary analysis platforms and AI‑enabled technologies. The team's roadmap includes the adoption of advanced AI approaches, numerical AI models and agentic AI workflows to transform how engineering analysis is performed across the business.
About the Role: As a Senior Engineer – Analysis Software Development, you will lead the creation of software solutions that automate, streamline and enhance engineering analysis activities across Rolls‑Royce SMR. Operating at senior practitioner level, you will design, build and scale enterprise‑grade digital products, automation workflows and AI‑enabled solutions that support engineering analysis throughout the organisation. You will combine hands‑on technical delivery with product‑focused thinking, ensuring solutions are secure, maintainable, compliant and aligned to the wider Digital, Data & AI strategy. You will also provide technical review and oversight of software developed elsewhere across the engineering organisation, supporting software quality, governance and continuous improvement while helping identify opportunities where software and AI can deliver significant engineering value.
We’ll Need You To: Design, build and maintain secure, scalable digital applications and software solutions for engineering analysis
Develop automation workflows and software tools that improve engineering efficiency and quality
Develop and integrate AI‑enabled capabilities, including numerical AI solutions and agentic AI workflows
Support the development of multidisciplinary analysis solutions and digital engineering capability
Implement DevOps, CI/CD, testing and software quality best practices
Ensure solutions meet security, export control, data governance, auditability and compliance requirements
Support the definition of product vision, outcomes and value propositions for Engineering Analysis
Contribute to roadmap planning, sprint activities, prioritisation and MVP development
Work closely with Analysis Engineers, Data Scientists, AI specialists, Digital Twin teams and software platform teams
Align software solutions with Digital Thread, Digital Twin and enterprise architecture principles
Provide technical oversight, governance and peer review of software developments
Support stakeholder engagement, demonstrations and adoption activities across the business
Coach and mentor colleagues involved in software development activities
Key Skills Required: We know there’s no such thing as the ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria below, we’d love to hear from you:
Software Engineering
Strong experience developing software solutions for engineering or scientific applications
Experience with Python and similar development technologies
Experience designing secure, scalable software applications and workflows
Experience implementing DevOps, CI/CD and software testing frameworks
Knowledge of software architecture and modern engineering development practices
Experience developing AI‑enabled tools, automation solutions or data‑driven applications
Engineering Analysis & Numerical Methods
Understanding of engineering analysis workflows and the challenges faced by engineering users
Understanding of verification, validation and uncertainty quantification principles
Knowledge of numerical methods used within engineering analysis
Appreciation of quality management approaches for engineering software and analytical tools
Experience within high‑integrity or highly regulated industries would be advantageous
Product & Digital Development
Experience contributing to product roadmaps, prioritisation and agile delivery approaches
Ability to translate user requirements into effective software solutions
Experience balancing technical excellence with business value and user adoption
Understanding of cloud, AI and enterprise digital technologies
Technical Governance & Quality
Experience reviewing and assuring technical outputs produced by others
Understanding of software governance, configuration management and quality assurance
Ability to establish and maintain robust software development standards
Commitment to secure‑by‑design and compliance‑first engineering principles
Stakeholder Engagement
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering and digital teams
Experience working with architects, engineers, software specialists and external partners
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences
Qualifications: Degree qualified in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, AI, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related STEM discipline
Equivalent professional experience will also be considered
Relevant certifications in Azure, Cloud Architecture, DevOps, Security or Agile methodologies are advantageous
Location: Hybrid working with one of the following as your primary site: Derby, Manchester or Warrington
Salary and Package: The salary band for this role will be between £50,650 – £66,500 dependent on the skills, values and knowledge you bring. There may be flexibility in exceptional cases.
Benefits include: Bonus – Performance‑related target opportunity up to 12.5%
Benefits Allowance – £2,200 per annum for a bespoke package
Pension – 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
Holidays – 28 days (+ public holidays) with the ability to buy or sell up to 5 days
Private Medical Insurance – BUPA single cover
Life Assurance – 6× pensionable pay
Home Office Support – £250 one‑off