Defence & Space Software Engineer – Java, Full SDLC

Airbus S.A.S.; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Portsmouth is looking for a skilled Software Engineer to help design and maintain innovative software for defence and space applications. The role involves participating in the full software development life cycle, requiring proficiency in Java and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in professional software development environments, alongside a commitment to integrity and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Contributory pension

Flexible working hours

Personal development opportunities

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development within a professional environment.
• Understanding of software testing principles and experience with unit and integration testing.
• Awareness of compliance risks and commitment to integrity.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain high-quality software applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Participate in the full software development life cycle.

Skills

Java (17+)

Software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum)

Version control systems (Git)

Software testing principles

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

A leading aerospace company in Portsmouth is looking for a skilled Software Engineer to help design and maintain innovative software for defence and space applications. The role involves participating in the full software development life cycle, requiring proficiency in Java and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in professional software development environments, alongside a commitment to integrity and continuous improvement.