Software Engineer

BAE Systems.; London; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology company in London seeks engineers for software development within innovative projects. This role requires experience in programming languages like Java, Python, C++, or Rust and proficiency in Agile methodologies. You'll contribute to projects that develop combat systems and enjoy a salary of circa £60,000 along with competitive benefits like pension schemes and flexible working.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance programme

Cycle2work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Continuous learning and feedback in DevSecOps.
• Ability to provide technical leadership to junior members.
• Recognition as Incorporated or Chartered Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilise an Agile/DevSecOps approach for software development.
• Participate in technical discussions and status metrics.
• Review work items and provide estimates for future tasks.

Skills

Software development in Java, Python, C++ or Rust

Agile methodology

Continuous Integration/Continuous Development

Software APIs experience (e.g., REACT)

Education

Academic qualification in Engineering or related STEM

Tools

Rust programming language and toolchain

Job description

Responsibilities

• Utlise an Agile/DevSecOps approach for the creation of new and modified software code/test modules as part of a wider product solution
• Contribute to a continuous learning and feedback process in relation to the DevSecOps methodology
• Participate in technical discussions and meetings on an as-required basis
• Provide status metrics and other pertinent information in relation to current work items
• Generate and provide suitable estimates for future work
• Review and provide comments on work items carried out by peers
• Provide technical leadership to junior members of the team
• Software development skills in a language such as Java, Python, C++ or Rust
• Practical experience of developing software using an agile methodology
• Familiarity with common software development concepts including virtualisation, automated testing and configuration control
• Desirable: Experience in using the Rust programming language and associated toolchain
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Development techniques experience
• Experience of using software APIs such as REACT

Qualifications

Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: Circa £60,000 dependent on skills and experience, You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Team and Role Context

The Combat Systems Strategic Projects team: The Combat Systems Strategic Projects team develops innovative and technically complex applications that are demonstrated to customers through trials and experiments, to be considered for further development into future Combat System products. This is an exciting opportunity to develop new tools and applications to help generate new business within Combat Systems.

About Us

Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.