Graduate Software Engineer in Weymouth

Ultra Maritime is a global leader in advanced maritime defence solutions. We operate at the forefront of innovation, delivering technologies that protect lives, secure nations, and enable a safer, more sustainable world.

Key Responsibilities

• Software development in C++
• Working with team members to understand software design and assigned scope
• Progression of assigned stories and tasks in a product backlog as part of an Agile team
• Software Integration, test, defect analysis and resolution
• Periodic verbal reporting of progress and contributing to sprint planning

Skills, Qualification And Experience

• Experience in C++ development, ideally in a multithreaded environment
• Experience in designing software in a team environment with some experience of UML design
• Some knowledge of DevOps technologies would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Java development would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Python would be an advantage
• Good degree in a STEM subject with some experience of software development either as part of post graduate work or industrial experience.

Personal Attributes

• Capable of UK SC clearance
• Typically, a Bachelor Degree (or equivalent) in a related field and related experience or a recognised apprenticeship. May be required to maintain security clearance.

Security Clearance

This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks.

Security Requirements

This role requires you to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check (BPSS) as a minimum and some roles will require further national security vetting checks. In line with Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided.

What can you expect from us?

More Than Just a Job, We Offer a Mission. More Than Just a Workplace, We Provide The Opportunity To Protect Lives, Advance Technology, And Shape The Future Of Maritime Security. As An Employee Of Ultra Maritime, You Will Receive:

• Optional 9 day fortnight
• TOIL
• Flexible working hours
• 1pm finish on a Friday
• Annual bonus – dependent on level. Non-managers = 5% and Managers = 10% for example
• Hybrid working for certain job roles
• Casual dress
• 25 days holiday
• Christmas shut down – use three days of annual leave to cover this
• Option to buy or sell holiday
• Option to purchase private health care, dental, critical illness etc via salary sacrifice
• Reward hub - discounts at over 200 online stores
• 4 x annual salary life cover
• Pension starting at 5% Employer / 4% Employee. You can select your employee contribution level from 4% to 70% (providing this sacrifice does not cause your salary to drop below the National Minimum Wage/ National Living Wage).

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

Ultra Maritime embraces the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. We strive to build an open, inclusive workplace where ideas flourish and every individual can make a meaningful impact. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let the recruitment lead managing your application know.

Together, we deliver cutting-edge solutions that safeguard our oceans and secure a safer world.