Software Platform Engineer

Leonardo; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global high-tech leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security is seeking passionate software engineers to join their Software Platform Team. This role involves shaping the software lifecycle, leveraging modern technologies and practices to develop robust solutions. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to professional growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous leave with up to 12 flexi-days

Up to 15% employer pension contribution

Mental health support and financial advice

Bonus scheme for performance

Access to 4,000+ online courses

Referral financial rewards

Up to £500 for tailored benefits

Flexible working options available

Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms and microservices.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and DevOps practices.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to adapt.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain core software infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and ensure system reliability.
• Support development teams with best practices.

Skills

Cloud platforms

DevOps

Cybersecurity principles

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Job description

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We are a global high-tech company and one of the key players in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Leonardo is a leader in Electronics and developing advanced multi-domain technological solutions (Air, Land, Sea, Space, and Cyber) for security within and beyond national borders.

As part of our strategic growth initiatives, we are looking for talented and motivated software engineers to join our new Software Platform Team. This team will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our core software infrastructure that supports our diverse portfolio of aerospace and defence systems.

What you’ll bring

You will join us in shaping the full lifecycle of our platform, contributing to all stages from defining requirements and features to implementing best practices in development, testing, and documentation.

You will support and maintain core development tools and infrastructure, including quality assurance systems, server resource management, and guiding development teams with best practices.

Leveraging modern technologies such as cloud platforms, microservices, and DevOps practices, you will help establish and maintain a robust, scalable platform that enables successful project delivery. You will also troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges to ensure high performance, reliability, and quality across our systems.

Key areas of experience include:

• Cloud platforms, containers, microservices, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Application and server administration
• Automation, monitoring, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices
• Cybersecurity principles for secure systems and services
• Data visualization and communicating technical insights
• Technical documentation, guides, and specifications
• Problem-solving and an engineering mindset
• Familiarity with the software development lifecycle
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Curiosity, creativity, and continuous improvement

We value a diverse set of skills and experiences. An ideal candidate doesn’t need to meet every requirement; what matters most is your ability to learn, adapt, and contribute.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening according to the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Additional security vetting, such as National Security Vetting (NSV), may be required, including eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information, please visit:

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package supporting your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're growing professionally, caring for your health, or planning for the future, we’re here to support you.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with up to 12 additional flexi-days annually.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Access mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led diversity networks.
• Rewarding Performance: Employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Access 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a Friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral program.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on benefits like private healthcare, dental, family cover, discounts, gym memberships, and more.
• Flexible Working: Options for hybrid work and flexible hours. For part-time roles, discuss possibilities with us.

For a full list of benefits, visit our website.

Leonardo employs over 53,000 people worldwide, including 8,500 in the UK, and is committed to building an inclusive, accessible workplace. If you have any accessibility needs during recruitment, please let us know.