Senior Software Engineer

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-tech engineering company in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop real-time software solutions for cutting-edge technology projects. This role involves collaboration with multiple engineering disciplines and offers a competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 along with various benefits. You'll enjoy autonomy over your work and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

25 days holiday + public holidays (+ long-service bonus days)

Private healthcare

Pension (up to 4% matched)

EV car and Cycle to Work schemes

Free on-site meals

Dynamic, high-energy workplace in a beautiful countryside setting

Flexible working model

Qualifications

• Proven background in developing software for real-time embedded platforms.
• Knowledge of computer vision or machine learning principles would be a bonus.
• A creative problem solver who enjoys technical challenges and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop real-time software solutions for physical devices.
• Contribute to architecture, design and implementation across multiple platforms.
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers.
• Manage code reviews, version control and releases.
• Stay hands-on and adaptable in a dynamic R&D environment.

Skills

Strong C++ development skills

Experience with Linux hardware drivers

Networking knowledge

CMake

GitHub

VS Code

Python

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or related subject

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Cutting-Edge Tech Projects (£50,000-£60,000 per annum)

On-site | Newcastle upon Tyne | Full-time | £50,000-£60,000 + benefits

Are you an experienced Software Engineer who loves seeing your code come to life on real hardware? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-tech engineering company developing world‑leading tracking and interception systems used across the globe.

The Role

You’ll work across the full development lifecycle — from system architecture through to live testing with physical hardware. This role suits someone who enjoys working close to the hardware, solving complex problems, and delivering high-performance, real‑time software.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop real‑time software solutions for physical devices
• Contribute to architecture, design and implementation across multiple platforms
• Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers
• Manage code reviews, version control and releases
• Stay hands‑on and adaptable in a dynamic R&D environment

About You

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related subject
• Strong C++ development skills
• Experience with Linux hardware drivers, networking, CMake, GitHub, VS Code (Python a plus)
• Proven background in developing software for real‑time embedded platforms
• Knowledge of computer vision or machine learning principles would be a bonus
• A creative problem solver who enjoys technical challenges and teamwork

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 per annum
• Work on cutting‑edge technology projects in defence and security
• See your code come to life through integrated systems and live field testing
• Real autonomy and ownership over your work
• Supportive, collaborative engineering culture

Benefits include

• Performance‑related bonus
• 25 days holiday + public holidays (+ long‑service bonus days)
• Private healthcare
• Pension (up to 4% matched)
• EV car and Cycle to Work schemes
• Free on‑site meals
• Dynamic, high‑energy workplace in a beautiful countryside setting
• Flexible working model

If you're looking for a role where software meets real‑world engineering and you want to make a tangible impact — this could be your next big move.