Senior Java Engineer

Head Resourcing Ltd; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent aerospace software company is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to enhance their groundbreaking software product suite. This role involves driving high-impact design decisions, developing robust Java systems, and collaborating with engineering teams. Ideal candidates will have over five years' experience in Java, a solid background in software architecture, and a passion for meaningful work in aerospace. Hybrid work is available, with fully remote options for exceptional candidates.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' professional Java experience.
• Strong background in software architecture and clean coding.
• Experience delivering production-quality software from design to documentation.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing high-reliability ground software.
• Owning complex features end to end.
• Working in a collaborative, agile environment.

Skills

Java Programming

Software Architecture

Clean Coding

Agile Methodologies

Tools

Git

Maven

CI/CD

DevOps

Job description

Senior Java Engineer | Aerospace Software | Hybrid / Remote

Ready to build software that supports missions beyond Earth?
My aerospace client is entering an exciting growth phase and is looking for a Senior Java Engineer to take ownership of key parts of a cutting-edge software product suite.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll drive design decisions, build robust Java systems, and help shape how next-generation aerospace ground software is developed.

What you'll be doing

• Designing, developing and testing high-reliability ground software

• Owning complex features end to end and breaking big problems into elegant solutions

• Working across the full SDLC in a collaborative, agile environment

• Influencing software architecture and best practices

• Collaborating with other engineering teams to deliver a cohesive product suite

• Fixing bugs, supporting releases, and mentoring junior engineers

What they're looking for

• 5+ years' professional Java experience

• Strong background in software architecture, design, and clean coding

• Experience delivering production-quality software from design through to documentation

• Confident working independently while contributing positively to a team

Bonus points for

• Exposure to space or aerospace systems

• Agile team experience

• Model-based or component-based engineering

• Git, Maven, CI/CD, DevOps concepts

• Database knowledge and requirements analysis

Why apply?

• Work on meaningful aerospace software with real-world impact

• Influence technical direction, not just deliver tickets

• Hybrid by default, with fully remote considered for exceptional candidates

• A team that values curiosity, quality, and engineers who want to make a difference

If you're a Senior Java Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and wants your work to truly matter, this is one worth exploring. 🚀