Inzpire -Software Developer

QinetiQ; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and technology company in the UK is seeking a UI/UX-focused software developer to join their team. This role involves developing software for synthetic training devices primarily using .NET MAUI. The successful candidate will create intuitive user interfaces, collaborate with backend developers, and has the opportunity for remote work along with occasional site visits. Strong skills in UI/UX design and Agile methodologies are essential.

Benefits

30 days paid holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical and dental insurance

Company Share Incentive Scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Training and development assistance

Qualifications

• Strong experience in .NET MAUI and MVVM UI development.
• Solid grasp of UX design principles and responsive layout design.
• Proficiency with XAML and data binding.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine UIs using .NET MAUI (C# / XAML).
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate UI logic and data layers.
• Shape UX flow, layout, and visual structure of applications.

Skills

UI/UX design

.NET MAUI

Agile methodologies

Collaboration tools

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub

Inkscape

Job description

THE COMPANY

We are a highly innovative and rapidly growing defence and technology company that design, develop, and deliver some of the world’s most advanced defence related training, products, and services.

We were recently crowned Employer of the Year at the British Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2023. We have been listed as one of the ‘100 Best Large Companies to Work For’ in the UK and Midlands by Best Companies several times as well as achieving ‘Best Companies 3 Star Accreditation’ and a rating of ‘world-class’ for our employee engagement on a number of occasions. We are also proud to have been honoured with two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation, for our next-generation GECO military mission planning system.

As part of a unique and specialist defence company, our friendly team consists of experienced and highly capable individuals, working together with a mature ‘can do’ work ethic. Our central business functions are located in an easily accessible, bright and modern head office to the west of Lincoln, alongside our mission systems team, while the majority of our operational specialists are embedded alongside our Defence customers.

THE ROLE

Mission Training Devices (MTD) are looking for a talented UI/UX-focused software developer to join our growing team as we expand into new and exciting projects in synthetic training and simulation.

The focus will be developing software for synthetic training devices, primarily stand-alone applications used in advanced training environments. The main focus will be mobile application development using .NET MAUI and the MVVM architecture, creating responsive, intuitive interfaces that make complex systems simple to use.

Working alongside backend developers, the successful candidate will take ownership of the user experience and interface design, shaping how users interact with our products and ensuring clean, efficient, and visually cohesive designs.

Experience with collaborative tools such as Azure DevOps, and GitHub is essential. MTD follows the SCRUM methodology, and previous Agile team experience will be advantageous.

This role is primarily home-based, with most development work carried out remotely. Occasional travel to MoD Boscombe Down is required for in-person meetings (typically once per month), with travel expenses reimbursed.

THE PERSON

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented developer with a passion for building clean, user-focused software.

You’re comfortable balancing form and function—making interfaces that are both practical and visually elegant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and refine UIs using .NET MAUI (C# / XAML).
• Apply MVVM principles for clean, testable, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with backend developers to integrate UI logic and data layers.
• Shape UX flow, layout, and visual structure of applications.
• Use Inkscape or similar tools to produce icons, overlays, and UI assets.
• Participate in code reviews and Agile sprints.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Strong experience in .NET MAUI and MVVM UI development.
• Solid grasp of UX design principles and responsive layout design.
• Proficiency with XAML and data binding.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Experience in Military Simulation or technical visualization.
• Familiarity with desktop UI development (.NET / WPF / WinUI).
• Background in vector graphics or interface design.

SECURITY CLEARANCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Due to the nature of elements of the role, the successful applicant must be a UK National and may be required to successfully complete National Security Vetting which may require criminal record, security service and credit reference checks; qualification will also normally require a minimum UK residency of at least 5 years

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the required background and are interested in joining a high-performing team, supporting the delivery of exceptional award-winning products and services to our customers, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please click apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.

Please note that we are part of the QinetiQ group and you will be taken to the QinetiQ careers website in order to complete your application

BENEFITS

• Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
• 30 days paid holiday plus 8 days bank holidays per year.
• Uncapped leave scheme (upon successful completion of probation period).
• Company provided private medical and dental insurance.
• Company Share Incentive Scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Annual profit and performance related pay scheme.
• Generous death in service (£100k).
• Company contributions into a group personal pension scheme.
• Business travel insurance.
• Funded role specific training and financial assistance with professional development.
• Tax efficient cycle to work and charitable giving schemes.
• Tax efficient electric vehicle company car scheme.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inzpire are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for current and prospective employees. We recognise that a diverse, talented and highly motivated workforce is pivotal to our continuing success, therefore our selection decisions are based on the merit of the individual, irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic.

We genuinely recognise the benefits of a diverse and inclusive working environment. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, a supportive signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a Gold award winner within the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We are therefore delighted to offer a guaranteed interview scheme to service leavers, reservists and military spouses or partners (including those of service leavers) who meet all our advertised requirements.