Software Engineer

Experis - ManpowerGroup; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in defence training seeks a Senior Software Engineer to develop cutting-edge XR applications. This role involves collaborating with project teams, integrating immersive content, and creating secure software solutions tailored for defence environments. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Unity or Unreal, a degree in a relevant field, and strong problem-solving skills. Join this dynamic team for an exciting opportunity in innovative XR solutions.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in developing XR software with Unity or Unreal.
• Strong skills in software development and systems engineering.
• Experience with technical leadership across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Rapidly produce Unity or Unreal-based XR applications.
• Collaborate with project teams to prioritize requirements.
• Integrate immersive content and configure XR system components.

Skills

Unity or Unreal XR development

Software integration and testing

Visual Studio

Azure DevOps

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar

Job description

Senior Software Engineer – XR Development

Location: Farnborough 2‑3 days but could be flexible. Duration: ASAP for 6 months. Rate: Up to £750 per day via an approved umbrella company.

Are you passionate about immersive technology and ready to make a real impact? Our client, a leading organisation in defence training, is hiring for a reputed client to develop cutting‑edge training and education tools using virtual and mixed reality.

What you’ll be doing:

• Rapidly produce Unity or Unreal‑based XR applications in an agile environment.
• Collaborate with project teams to prioritise and translate requirements into actionable backlogs.
• Integrate immersive content from modelling resources and configure XR system components, including enterprise management platforms.
• Develop secure software solutions tailored for defence environments, deploying to device estates remotely and locally.
• Create and execute comprehensive system test plans, perform regression and performance testing, and document results.
• Maintain traceability between requirements and testing, supporting defect resolution.
• Work closely with developers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing technical support during transfer to service phases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

What you’ll bring:

• Extensive experience in developing XR software with Unity or Unreal, including immersive user interfaces.
• Proven track record in software development, integration, and testing within immersive environments.
• Strong skills in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps.
• Excellent problem‑solving, systems engineering understanding, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with technical leadership and working across complex projects.

Desirable:

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar.
• Experience with Meta Quest SDKs (v78+), Quest 3, and Meta Quest firmware (v81).
• Knowledge of simulation software in defence or aerospace sectors.
• Experience with networking, multiplayer XR experiences, and enterprise device management.

Join a dynamic team working on innovative XR solutions for defence training. If you’re ready to bring your expertise to a high‑impact environment, we want to hear from you!

Apply now to be part of this exciting journey.