Software Engineer - Submarines

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Software Engineer for their Chesterfield submarine division. This full-time role involves developing software requirements, designing high-integrity code, and ensuring adherence to safety-critical standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electronics Engineering or Computer Science and experience in software design. Knowledge of Ada, C++, and safety-critical standards is beneficial. The company offers competitive salaries and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits and development opportunities

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields.
• Experience in high-integrity software design.
• Strong technical reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop software requirements for submarine systems.
• Design and verify high-integrity code.
• Support testing and liaise with hardware teams.

Skills

Ada

C++

Python

Technical reporting

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields

Tools

IBM DOORS

Ansys SCADE

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineer - Submarines, Chesterfield

Client:

Rolls Royce

Location:

Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.08.2025

Expiry Date:

22.09.2025

Job Description:

Rolls-Royce is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Submarine division in Chesterfield. This full-time role involves working across all phases of the product lifecycle, tackling technical challenges in digital, software, hardware, and electronics technologies. The position offers opportunities for career development as an engineer, technical specialist, or leader.

Responsibilities include developing software requirements, designing and verifying high-integrity code, supporting testing, and liaising with hardware and verification teams. The role emphasizes safety-critical development and adherence to standards such as DO-178B/C.

Qualifications include a degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields, experience in high-integrity software design, and technical reporting skills. Beneficial skills include knowledge of Ada, C++, Python, and tools like IBM DOORS, Ansys SCADE, Azure DevOps, and understanding of safety-critical standards.

Rolls-Royce offers competitive salaries, benefits, and development opportunities within an inclusive environment. Security clearance is required, and support is provided for the application process.