Software Engineer

Electus Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organisation in the UK is seeking a Software Engineer - Robotics & Automation to join their hybrid R&D team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Python and experience in robotics and automation. This role offers a competitive salary, a generous benefits package including a cash bonus, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence technology projects.

Benefits

Up to 45% cash bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 more)

16% pension

Private medical and permanent health insurance

Free lunch and onsite parking

Enhanced family leave and paid professional memberships

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Eligibility for UK defence security clearance - UK Citizens only.
• Expertise with Python is essential.
• Hands-on exposure to robotics, automation or machine control.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing software in C/C++, Python or Java.
• Integrating code with electronics and mechanical systems.
• Supporting testing and commissioning of new products.
• Collaborating across engineering disciplines.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux

Robotics

Automation

Machine Control

Basic Electronics Knowledge

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Maths (2:1 or above)

Tools

ROS

OpenCV

PLC Software

Job description

Software Engineer - Robotics & Automation | R&D

Hybrid, Newcastle

We’re hiring on behalf of a leading engineering organisation working at the cutting edge of defence technology. This newly created role sits within a multi-disciplinary R&D team solving complex, real-world problems through robotics, automation and intelligent systems.

If you’re a software engineer who wants to see your code power physical systems in demanding environments, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and developing software in C/C++, Python or Java
• Integrating code with electronics and mechanical systems
• Supporting testing and commissioning of new products
• Collaborating across engineering disciplines
• Reviewing and validating code from peers
• Documenting requirements and troubleshooting guides
• Occasionally travelling to customer sites (UK and overseas)

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Maths (2:1 or above)
• Expertise with Python is essential
• Experience with Linux and real-time software development
• Hands-on exposure to robotics, automation or machine control
• Basic electronics knowledge and ability to read schematics
• Familiarity with ROS, OpenCV, machine learning or PLC software is a plus
• Eligibility for UK defence security clearance - UK Citizens only

What’s On Offer

• Up to 45% cash bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 more)
• 16% pension
• Private medical and permanent health insurance
• Free lunch and onsite parking
• Enhanced family leave and paid professional memberships
• Early Friday finish.

This is a permanent, full-time, hybrid role.

Ready to take your software skills into the real world? Apply now to explore the full brief and next steps.