puestos de Junior Software Engineer en Gran Bretaña

Software and Controls Engineer

Any UK Site (Please only apply to one location)

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility.

We design, deliver, and support market-leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

You’ll be developing and testing software applications for control systems on autonomous and advanced driver-assist vehicles. From concept through to release, you’ll work on innovative architectures, distributed control systems, and diagnostic tools, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

You’ll have a degree in a relevant engineering discipline (or equivalent experience) and proven experience in software development for control systems. Ideally, you’ll bring automotive industry experience in bus, coach, HGV, or tier‑1 suppliers, but we also welcome backgrounds in rail, aerospace, marine, or other complex engineering sectors. You should have knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, LIN, IP), experience with model‑based development (Simulink/Stateflow), and the ability to work in structured, process‑oriented environments. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

• Experience with Vector, dSPACE, Polarion, Teamcenter
• Familiarity with ISO26262 or equivalent functional safety standards
• Knowledge of HIL rigs and test automation (Speedgoat or similar)
• Experience in powertrain and high‑voltage control systems

Because we know that to deliver on our vision, people have to feel supported and inspired:

Impact: Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, helping public transport evolve.

Development & Growth: Training programmes, mentorship, opportunities to take on new roles, broaden skills.

Culture & Belonging: An inclusive environment; your voice matters; we treat people fairly.

Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

These are more than words on a page, they shape how we work, what we stand for, and how we build trust with our customers, communities, and each other.

Safety: The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products, are our top priority.

Quality: We strive for excellence in our products, services, and all that we do.

Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency and integrity, treating each other with respect in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, seeking to build trust and earn a reputation for excellence and reliability.

Teamwork: We work with our team members, our supplier partners, and our customers to pursue mutual benefits.

Sustainability: We seek long term success for our business, our communities, and the environment through responsible sourcing, lean manufacturing, and sustainable operations.

If you see yourself growing with Alexander Dennis and contributing to our vision, we’d love to hear from you.

Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on +44 1324 621 672 or send an email to careers@alexander-dennis.com.