Principal Software Engineer x 8

ZipRecruiter; Cowes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their team in Cowes. The role involves managing software requirements, design, and lifecycle processes while leading technical efforts. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and experience with programming and software methodologies. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounts on health and lifestyle benefits

Green car scheme

Private health plans

Shopping discounts

Annual incentive eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience with high-level programming languages.
• Knowledge of software lifecycle models like Waterfall and Agile.
• Degree in a relevant engineering or numerate subject.

Responsibilities

• Derive and maintain software requirements.
• Produce software designs and deliverable solutions.
• Act as Engineering technical lead for software solutions.

Skills

High level programming language

Software lifecycle knowledge

UML knowledge

Education

BEng/BSc in Computer Science

Tools

Configuration management tool

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Principal Software Engineer – x8

Location: Cowes – We offer flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Up to £68,000 (dependent on skills and experience)

What you’ll be doing:

1. Derive and maintain a set of software requirements from a baseline set of systems requirements
2. Produce and maintain a software design to meet a set of software requirements
3. Use a software design to produce a deliverable software solution
4. Undertake peer reviews or checking/verification of peers’ solutions across Maritime Services
5. Undertake technical reviews, verify and authorise software engineering designs
6. Act as an Engineering technical lead for a software solution at a sub-system level
7. Maintain a software solution to address reported defects and/or add new functionality
8. Support the development of individuals and teams to enhance skills and competencies
9. Produce or assist in the creation of software estimates for sub-systems

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Good experience of using at least one high level programming language
• Considerable experience of using a high-level design methodology – knowledge of UML
• Strong experience of all aspects of the software lifecycle and good knowledge of software lifecycle models (e.g., Waterfall, Agile)
• Have a BEng/BSc in Computer Science or other relevant Engineering or Numerate subject (technology, engineering or science related discipline)

Desirable:

• Good knowledge of appropriate software standards (e.g., ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207)
• Knowledge of Ada95
• Have a CEng or equivalent level of capability or working towards CEng status
• Comprehensive understanding of configuration management and experience of a configuration management tool
• Understanding of model-based techniques is advantageous

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems offers employee share plans, extensive flexible discounts on health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans, and shopping discounts. You may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Sampson Radar Software team:

The team consists of over 30 personnel providing support and capability upgrades to the Royal Navy and their products. This role involves delivering software products as part of a team over the next 10 years, along with ongoing support for existing products. There are opportunities for skill development and career progression within a global business.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to reach your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible.

If you have a health condition (e.g., dyslexia, autism, anxiety disorder) that may affect your assessment performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter. Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit your eligibility based on factors like previous nationality or place of birth.

All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles require higher levels of security vetting, typically involving 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residence, depending on the vetting level. The closing date is 11th June 2025, but we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

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