Senior Software Engineer

Internetwork Expert; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop real-time software solutions for innovative hardware platforms. The role includes ownership of the software lifecycle and collaboration with engineers. Successful candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and strong C++ skills, along with the ability to work in a dynamic R&D environment. This position offers competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Salary from £50K onwards

Flexible working options

Free breakfast and lunch

Performance related bonus

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Private health care insurance

Death in service cover

EV car scheme

Pension scheme (up to 4% matched contribution)

Social fund for team gatherings

Free eye tests and glasses contribution

Agile work environment

Positive company culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience developing software for real-time embedded platforms.
• Knowledge of initial architecture design and specifying hardware.
• Ability to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop real-time software solutions for physical devices.
• Specify system architecture, including hardware and OS.
• Take ownership of the software lifecycle from coding to release.

Skills

Strong C++ skills

Familiarity with Linux hardware drivers

Network configuration

Experience with CMake

Proficiency in GitHub

Familiarity with VS Code IDE

Python knowledge

Creative problem solving

Understanding of computer vision techniques

Machine learning principles

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or similar

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our small, expert engineering team developing high-performance, bespoke code for our in-house hardware platforms used in advanced optical tracking and drone interception.

This role offers the rare opportunity to work across the full development lifecycle, from system architecture to hands-on testing with physical products. If you thrive where software meets hardware - and you’re open to the occasional overseas trip - this could be the perfect match for you.

OpenWorks is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England.

Our products provide ultra-high performance, real-time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations.

We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world.

The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team.

What you’ll get

• Salary from £50K onwards depending upon experience
• Flexible working options available. We recognise the commitment and care of our team ... flexible arrangements
• Free breakfast and a free freshly cooked lunch served daily
• Performance related bonus
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays (+ long-service bonus days)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Private health care insurance
• Death in service cover
• EV car scheme
• Pension scheme (up to 4% matched contribution)
• Social fund for team gatherings
• Free eye tests and £75 towards a pair of glasses per prescription change
• A high-energy and agile work environment, based in the Northumberland countryside
• A positive company culture - we enable change, encourage challenge and demonstrate commitment

What you’ll be doing

• Getting hands-on with our codebase and quickly build familiarity with our platforms
• Designing and developing real-time software solutions for use on physical devices
• Specifying system architecture, including hardware, OS and libraries
• Taking ownership across the software lifecycle: from coding and reviews to release and version control
• Collaborating closely with mechanical, electrical and systems engineers
• Staying agile and adaptable in an R&D environment where direction may change rapidly

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics or similar
• Strong C++ skills
• Familiarity with Linux hardware drivers, network configuration, CMake, GitHub, VS Code IDE; Python is a plus
• Experience developing software deployed on real-time embedded platforms covering initial architecture design, specifying hardware, OS and libraries, code writing and review, source control and release management
• Solid understanding of computer vision techniques and machine learning principles
• Creative problem solver who knows when to ask questions and how to manage time effectively
• Reliable, adaptable, and self-aware – fits naturally into a collaborative engineering team

What you’ll get

• Work on cutting-edge projects in defence and security sectors
• Autonomy to make an impact with real responsibility
• Build real-world solutions through integrated systems and field testing
• Collaborative team where software meets hardware

As a small, fast growing company (with approx 50 people), you’ll directly see the impact of your efforts.

More about us

Vision: Help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies.

Mission: Be a world-leading provider of autonomous technology for Surveillance applications and Defence

Values: Be a Good Egg; Do cool stuff; Be empowered; We are one team; Things go wrong; Have fun