Senior Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems)

Holt Executive Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Software Engineer in Bournemouth to join a cutting-edge engineering team developing autonomous systems for marine and defence technology. In this role, you'll design and develop advanced software solutions, collaborate with experts, and engage with end users to ensure optimal functionality. Candidates should have proven software design experience and a degree in Software Engineering or related fields. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of maritime autonomy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software design and delivery.
• Knowledge of autonomous system architectures and the marine or defence domain.
• Strong understanding of software engineering processes, tools, and lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing software for advanced autonomous systems.
• Supporting integration and delivery activities across complex engineering projects.
• Engaging directly with end users to refine functionality and performance.

Skills

Software design and delivery

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Join a cutting‑edge engineering team developing autonomous systems for the next generation of marine and defence technology. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to take a leading role in designing, developing, and delivering advanced software solutions that operate in challenging real‑world environments.

Youll work across the full software lifecycle, from concept and design through to integration, testing and delivery, as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team shaping the future of maritime autonomy.

What youll be doing

• Designing and developing software for advanced autonomous systems
• Supporting integration and delivery activities across complex engineering projects
• Collaborating with hardware, systems and domain experts throughout the development lifecycle
• Engaging directly with end users to refine functionality and performance
• Taking a lead role in development discussions and cross‑team collaboration

What youll bring

• Proven experience in software design and delivery
• A degree (or equivalent experience) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of autonomous system architectures and the marine or defence domain
• Strong understanding of software engineering processes, tools, and lifecycles
• Experience working in multi‑disciplinary environments

Senior Software Engineer • Bournemouth, ENG, UK