Software Engineer

Leidos Innovations UK Ltd; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos invites applications for a Software Engineer to join a collaborative, Agile team working on air traffic management software. Located in Whiteley, Hampshire, this hybrid role requires SC clearance and offers engagement with cutting-edge ATM systems and real-time safety-critical projects.

You’ll design and build high-quality software, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to the lifecycle from design through testing in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software using C and/or C++.
• Experience in an Agile development environment (Scrum, SAFe, or similar).
• Familiarity with modern software development practices and tools.
• Knowledge or practical use of AI-assisted software development.
• Good communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
• Experience using version control systems such as Git or Subversion.
• A structured approach to software development and quality.

Responsibilities

• Design software using modern object-oriented and functional programming principles.
• Develop high-quality software solutions in a complex technical environment.
• Build tools and applications to solve challenging engineering problems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code.
• Conduct unit, functional, and integration testing.
• Investigate and resolve technical issues identified during testing and development.
• Collaborate with engineers, testers, and stakeholders to deliver sprint objectives.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing.
• Apply software engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement principles.

Skills

C/C++

Agile development

AI-assisted development

Git/Subversion

Structured development

Tools

Git

Subversion

Docker

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Software Engineer

Location: This is a Hybrid role. Whiteley, Hampshire

Clearance Required: This role will require attainment and maintenance of SC clearance

Shape the future of Air Traffic Management

At Leidos, the software we build helps keep millions of passengers moving safely every day. Our technology supports some of the world's most advanced Air Traffic Management (ATM) systems, helping air traffic controllers make critical decisions that keep skies safe, efficient, and connected.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our team and help develop award-winning technology that has a real-world impact.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a software engineering role. It’s an opportunity to:

• Work on complex, meaningful systems that contribute to public safety

• Develop technology used by Air Traffic Control Officers around the world

• Collaborate with experienced engineers in a supportive, agile environment

• Learn a fascinating industry, even if you have no previous Air Traffic Management experience

• Grow your technical skills while working on challenging and innovative projects

• Be part of a business with an exciting pipeline of UK and international programmes

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a collaborative agile team, contributing throughout the software development lifecycle.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Designing software using modern object-oriented and functional programming principles

• Developing high-quality software solutions in a complex technical environment

• Building tools and applications to solve challenging engineering problems

• Writing clean, maintainable, and testable code

• Conducting unit, functional, and integration testing

• Investigating and resolving technical issues identified during testing and development

• Collaborating with engineers, testers, and stakeholders to deliver sprint objectives

• Contributing to technical documentation and knowledge sharing

• Applying software engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement principles

What We’re Looking For

We’re interested in motivated engineers who enjoy solving problems, learning new technologies, and working as part of a team.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience developing software using C and/or C++

• Experience working within an Agile development environment (Scrum, SAFe, or similar)

• Familiarity with modern software development practices and tools

• Knowledge or practical use of AI-assisted software development

• Good communication and collaboration skills

• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team

• Experience using version control systems such as Git or Subversion

• A structured approach to software development and quality

Desirable Experience

Any of the following would be beneficial, but are not essential:

• Java development experience

• Linux development environments

• Scripting languages such as Python

• Container technologies and Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Docker, Puppet)

• Integration technologies such as Apache Kafka or Apache Camel

• Atlassian tools including Jira and Confluence

• Cloud platforms such as AWS

• Full software lifecycle experience, from design through to deployment

• Real-time, safety-critical, or highly regulated systems

• Systems moulding and design tools

• Understanding of systems engineering, integration, and testing activities