Software Engineers

Forwardrole; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment agency is seeking Software Engineers for multiple positions in Hampshire. This role offers hybrid working and a salary range of £60,000 to £75,000. Candidates will work on the full software development lifecycle for advanced RF and sensor systems, requiring proficiency in languages like C++, C#, and Python. Essential skills include experience in agile methodologies and a relevant degree. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team focused on innovation and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software across the full product lifecycle.
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture principles.
• Experience in scientific computing, signal processing, or algorithm implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software components for complex RF and sensor-based products.
• Implement and test software within an agile, cross-functional team.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners and System Architects.

Skills

Software development lifecycle experience

Knowledge of sensor and communication systems

Understanding of software architecture principles

Proficiency in C++, C#, and Python

Experience in agile environments

Familiarity with Git, GitLab, and VS Code

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics or related discipline

Tools

Git

GitLab

VS Code

Job description

Software Engineers – multiple opportunities

Location: Hampshire / hybrid
Salary: £60,000 - £75,000
Job Type: Permanent / Full-time

Security Clearance – You will ideally hold an active SC clearance or be willing to go through the clearance process.

We are recruiting several Software Engineers to join a high-performing engineering team developing advanced software solutions for products in the RF communications and sensor systems domain.

This role offers the opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle, contributing to the design, implementation, and verification of complex, mission-critical systems within an agile environment. Depending on your background and interests, the position can focus on modern user interface development or embedded software engineering.

Key Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, you will:

• Design and develop software components for complex RF and sensor-based products.
• Implement and test software within an agile, cross-functional team.
• Collaborate closely with Product Owners, System Architects, and engineers.
• Contribute to technical decision-making and trade-off analysis.
• Maintain and enhance existing systems while supporting future product development.
• (If applicable) Provide technical leadership and line management support to junior engineers.

Essential Skills & Experience

You will ideally have:

• Experience developing software across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to deployment
• Knowledge of sensor systems and/or communication systems
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture principles
• Experience with scientific computing, signal processing, or algorithm implementation
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as C++, C#, and Python
• Experience working in agile development environments (Scrum, Kanban, etc.)
• Familiarity with modern development tools including Git, GitLab, and VS Code
• A degree (BSc/BEng, MSc or equivalent) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or a related discipline

Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• Modern UI/UX design and development
• Embedded software development, cross-compilation and deployment
• Linux systems, kernel drivers, and low-level development
• DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, containerisation (Docker)
• Technical leadership, mentoring, or line management