Senior Software Engineer

QinetiQ; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in Bristol seeks an experienced Senior Software Engineer to design and lead the integration of software applications. This role requires expertise in integrating COTS and in-house software, strong technical leadership, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates have detailed knowledge of integration patterns and languages like Python and C#. The company offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee discount portal

Volunteering Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software integration.
• Strong technical leadership and collaboration skills.
• Deep knowledge of architectural patterns for integration.
• Experience with containerization technologies.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS).

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee integration of software solutions.
• Collaborate with various teams to define integration needs.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimize integrated systems.
• Provide technical leadership during implementation.
• Select appropriate integration tools based on best practices.

Skills

Python

C#

PowerShell

Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

Team leadership

Communication skills

Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA)

Microservices

API design

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware products

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits

Role ID: SF19117

Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Software Engineer at our Bristol site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to design and oversee the integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and in-house developed software.

Day-to-day, you’ll play a critical role in implementing architectural patterns to ensure seamless integration, scalability, maintainability, and overall system performance, with your expertise driving the success of our software integration efforts and contribute to the overall success of the programme.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Architect and design the integration strategy and solutions for COTS and in-house developed software applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, and stakeholders, to understand software requirements and define integration needs.
• Conduct thorough analysis of existing software systems and identify integration points, dependencies, and potential challenges as well as conduct performance analysis and optimization of integrated systems to ensure optimal efficiency and response times.
• Develop architectural patterns and best practices for integrating COTS and in-house developed software, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and maintainability.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams during the implementation of integration solutions and collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to ensure successful integration of COTS software into the existing software ecosystem.
• Evaluate and select appropriate integration technologies, frameworks, and tools based on project requirements and industry best practices and ensure compliance with architectural standards, guidelines, and quality assurance processes in coordination with the Design Office.

Essential experience of the Senior Software Engineer:

• Proven experience as a Software Developer with a focus on software integration including Python, C#, PowerShell and Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Experience with team and technical leadership and strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of architectural patterns and best practices for software integration, such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB), Application Programming Interface (API) design, etc.
• Strong expertise in designing and implementing integration solutions for COTS and in-house developed software, ensuring seamless data exchange and system interoperability.
• Familiarity with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and solid understanding of Enterprise IT patterns, orchestration and lifecycle management.
• Working with VMware products, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Infrastructure as a service (IaaS), e.g. Ansible, Terraform and virtualised systems.

Essential qualifications for the Senior Software Engineer:

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent industry experience.

We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 per week based at Bristol. Hybrid working patterns are available.

Bristol

The QinetiQ facility in Bristol is part of the company’s broader operation focused on defence and technology innovation. The site houses a diverse team of engineers, scientists and technical professionals who bring expertise to various projects ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Why Join QinetiQ?

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq

Our Benefits

• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
• Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
• Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
• We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
• Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community

Our Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.

UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK www.gov.uk