Algorithm Engineers

Fynity; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is looking for engineers to develop advanced algorithms for Autonomous Systems and AI-enabled defence technologies. You will contribute to research, development, and enhancement of critical programmes. Ideal candidates hold a Degree or PhD in relevant technical disciplines and are proficient in MATLAB and Python. Hybrid and flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working

Multiple career pathways

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm development and simulation.
• Experience in algorithm verification and validation in mission-critical systems.
• Knowledge of estimation or tracking algorithms like Kalman filtering or SLAM.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to high-impact programmes across the engineering lifecycle.
• Collaborate on critical national defence programmes.
• Develop algorithms for navigation, guidance, and sensor/data fusion.

Skills

MATLAB

Python

Autonomous decision-making

Navigation

AI/ML

Education

Degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering

Degree or PhD in Control Engineering

Degree or PhD in Mathematics

Degree or PhD in Physics

Job description

Join a specialist team developing advanced algorithms at the core of next-generation Autonomous Systems, Guided Weapons, and AI-enabled defence technologies.

You’ll contribute to high-impact programmes across the full engineering lifecycle — from early-stage research and feasibility studies through to development, trials, and in-service enhancement. Focus areas include navigation, guidance, tracking, sensor/data fusion, and machine learning.

Key requirements:

• Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Python for algorithm development and simulation.
• Degree or PhD in a technical discipline such as Aerospace Engineering, Control Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Experience in one or more of:
  • Autonomous decision-making and control systems
  • Navigation, estimation, or tracking algorithms (e.g. Kalman filtering, SLAM)
  • AI/ML, including real-time implementation and model validation
  • Verification & validation of complex algorithms in mission-critical systems

What’s on offer:

Hybrid/flexible working and multiple career pathways (technical or managerial) Cross-disciplinary collaboration on critical national defence programmes Exposure to complex systems: RF/IR seekers, inertial sensors, thrust vectoring, and more Candidates must be eligible for UK SC (Security Check) clearance.
Apply now to work at the forefront of defence innovation.