Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 25th October 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Are you an experienced DSP or Embedded Systems engineer looking to influence the future of cyber capability at a national level? We are seeking a Principal Cyber DSP and Embedded Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of complex and mission-critical cyber programmes. Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you will play a leading role in the development of advanced signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that deliver real operational impact. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to tackle challenging technical problems, shape the direction of future capabilities and influence the application of emerging technologies across cyber and national security domains. As a recognised technical authority, you will contribute to technical strategy and roadmaps, guide architectural decisions, and drive innovation across both software and hardware disciplines. You will work closely with customers, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure solutions are robust, high-performing and aligned to operational needs. Alongside your technical contribution, you will help develop engineering capability within the organisation by coaching colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting engineering best practice. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills and a passion for solving complex problems in a collaborative environment. Whether your background is in signal processing, embedded software, FPGA development or systems engineering, you'll have the opportunity to shape innovative solutions that make a meaningful contribution to UK defence and security. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Lead the development and delivery of advanced digital signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions across complex cyber programmes. Act as a recognised technical authority, providing expert advice and technical leadership across projects, teams and stakeholders. Shape technical strategies, roadmaps and capability plans to ensure engineering activities align with future customer and organisational needs. Drive innovation across software and hardware domains, influencing system architectures and technology choices. Solve complex technical challenges by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and specialists. Develop high-performance solutions using DSP, embedded software, FPGA and related technologies to improve operational effectiveness. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to customers, stakeholders and senior decision-makers. Mentor and coach engineers, helping to develop future technical leaders and strengthen organisational capability. Champion engineering excellence through the adoption of improved tools, methods, standards and best practices. Identify opportunities to improve delivery performance, technical quality and organisational effectiveness. Person specification What we're looking for; Significant expertise in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Embedded systems development (MCUs, RTOS or Embedded Linux) C/C++ software development FPGA development using VHDL Software and hardware integration and debugging Strong analytical, problem-solving and systems engineering skills. Experience delivering DSP and embedded solutions within a complex engineering, science or technology environment. Experience leading technical delivery, influencing technical direction and establishing engineering standards or approaches. Experience working on complex and non-routine technical challenges, bringing together information from multiple sources to develop effective solutions. Experience leading or contributing within multidisciplinary teams and supporting successful project delivery. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced engineers. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical audiences. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 25th October 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Are you an experienced DSP or Embedded Systems engineer looking to influence the future of cyber capability at a national level? We are seeking a Principal Cyber DSP and Embedded Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of complex and mission-critical cyber programmes. Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you will play a leading role in the development of advanced signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that deliver real operational impact. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to tackle challenging technical problems, shape the direction of future capabilities and influence the application of emerging technologies across cyber and national security domains. As a recognised technical authority, you will contribute to technical strategy and roadmaps, guide architectural decisions, and drive innovation across both software and hardware disciplines. You will work closely with customers, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure solutions are robust, high-performing and aligned to operational needs. Alongside your technical contribution, you will help develop engineering capability within the organisation by coaching colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting engineering best practice. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills and a passion for solving complex problems in a collaborative environment. Whether your background is in signal processing, embedded software, FPGA development or systems engineering, you'll have the opportunity to shape innovative solutions that make a meaningful contribution to UK defence and security. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Lead the development and delivery of advanced digital signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions across complex cyber programmes. Act as a recognised technical authority, providing expert advice and technical leadership across projects, teams and stakeholders. Shape technical strategies, roadmaps and capability plans to ensure engineering activities align with future customer and organisational needs. Drive innovation across software and hardware domains, influencing system architectures and technology choices. Solve complex technical challenges by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and specialists. Develop high-performance solutions using DSP, embedded software, FPGA and related technologies to improve operational effectiveness. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to customers, stakeholders and senior decision-makers. Mentor and coach engineers, helping to develop future technical leaders and strengthen organisational capability. Champion engineering excellence through the adoption of improved tools, methods, standards and best practices. Identify opportunities to improve delivery performance, technical quality and organisational effectiveness. Person specification What we're looking for; Significant expertise in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Embedded systems development (MCUs, RTOS or Embedded Linux) C/C++ software development FPGA development using VHDL Software and hardware integration and debugging Strong analytical, problem-solving and systems engineering skills. Experience delivering DSP and embedded solutions within a complex engineering, science or technology environment. Experience leading technical delivery, influencing technical direction and establishing engineering standards or approaches. Experience working on complex and non-routine technical challenges, bringing together information from multiple sources to develop effective solutions. Experience leading or contributing within multidisciplinary teams and supporting successful project delivery. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced engineers. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical audiences. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 1st November 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Join a highly skilled cyber and engineering team at Dstl, where you will apply your technical expertise to understand, analyse and exploit complex communications, networks and digital systems. Working at the forefront of cyber and data analysis, you will investigate how devices, protocols and network technologies operate, helping to generate insights that support critical national security and defence outcomes. Why join us? This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a naturally inquisitive mindset who enjoys solving difficult technical problems and uncovering how systems work beneath the surface. You will analyse a broad range of communication technologies, from traditional networks and wireless protocols through to embedded systems and specialised data interfaces. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to the development of innovative analytical techniques, mentor less experienced colleagues and influence technical direction through high-quality analysis and clear communication. You will work alongside experts from a range of disciplines, collaborating to address complex challenges and deliver impactful outcomes for government and defence stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to apply software, networking, data analysis and systems engineering skills within a unique environment where curiosity, innovation and technical excellence are highly valued. Job description What you'll do; Analyse communications, networks, devices and digital systems to generate technical intelligence and actionable insights. Investigate communication protocols and understand how they operate across different network architectures and platforms. Examine data from a variety of sources, including network captures, wireless communications, embedded device interfaces and system data stores. Develop and apply analytical tools, scripts and bespoke techniques to solve complex technical challenges. Identify system behaviours, vulnerabilities and opportunities to improve understanding of technologies and their operation. Produce clear, authoritative technical reports and communicate complex findings to a range of stakeholders. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions to challenging problems. Lead technical activities, support project delivery and contribute to shaping future analytical capabilities. Coach and mentor colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice across the team. Contribute to a positive culture of continuous improvement, innovation, safety and security. Person specification What we're looking for; A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Embedded Systems, or equivalent professional experience. Experience using at least one programming language such as Python, C or C++. A strong understanding of computer networking and an interest in analysing communication protocols. Experience working with Linux operating systems and command-line environments. Practical experience using data, packet or binary analysis tools such as Wireshark, Ghidra or 010 Editor. A basic understanding of electronics and hardware technologies. Experience solving complex technical problems by gathering, analysing and interpreting information from multiple sources. A demonstrable curiosity for understanding how technologies work, including communications, data storage and interactions between system components. Experience working within or leading multidisciplinary technical teams. The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting the development of others Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 1st November 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Join a highly skilled cyber and engineering team at Dstl, where you will apply your technical expertise to understand, analyse and exploit complex communications, networks and digital systems. Working at the forefront of cyber and data analysis, you will investigate how devices, protocols and network technologies operate, helping to generate insights that support critical national security and defence outcomes. Why join us? This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a naturally inquisitive mindset who enjoys solving difficult technical problems and uncovering how systems work beneath the surface. You will analyse a broad range of communication technologies, from traditional networks and wireless protocols through to embedded systems and specialised data interfaces. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to the development of innovative analytical techniques, mentor less experienced colleagues and influence technical direction through high-quality analysis and clear communication. You will work alongside experts from a range of disciplines, collaborating to address complex challenges and deliver impactful outcomes for government and defence stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to apply software, networking, data analysis and systems engineering skills within a unique environment where curiosity, innovation and technical excellence are highly valued. Job description What you'll do; Analyse communications, networks, devices and digital systems to generate technical intelligence and actionable insights. Investigate communication protocols and understand how they operate across different network architectures and platforms. Examine data from a variety of sources, including network captures, wireless communications, embedded device interfaces and system data stores. Develop and apply analytical tools, scripts and bespoke techniques to solve complex technical challenges. Identify system behaviours, vulnerabilities and opportunities to improve understanding of technologies and their operation. Produce clear, authoritative technical reports and communicate complex findings to a range of stakeholders. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions to challenging problems. Lead technical activities, support project delivery and contribute to shaping future analytical capabilities. Coach and mentor colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice across the team. Contribute to a positive culture of continuous improvement, innovation, safety and security. Person specification What we're looking for; A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Embedded Systems, or equivalent professional experience. Experience using at least one programming language such as Python, C or C++. A strong understanding of computer networking and an interest in analysing communication protocols. Experience working with Linux operating systems and command-line environments. Practical experience using data, packet or binary analysis tools such as Wireshark, Ghidra or 010 Editor. A basic understanding of electronics and hardware technologies. Experience solving complex technical problems by gathering, analysing and interpreting information from multiple sources. A demonstrable curiosity for understanding how technologies work, including communications, data storage and interactions between system components. Experience working within or leading multidisciplinary technical teams. The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting the development of others Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 1st November 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Are you passionate about understanding how software and systems really work? Do you enjoy taking apart complex technologies, uncovering vulnerabilities and solving challenging technical problems that others cannot? Why join us? Dstl is seeking a Senior Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to join a specialist team delivering world-class vulnerability research, reverse engineering and technical analysis in support of national security and defence outcomes. In this role, you will apply advanced technical skills to analyse software, firmware and embedded systems, identifying vulnerabilities, assessing risks and providing expert advice that directly informs critical decision-making. Working alongside experts from a range of scientific, engineering and cyber disciplines, you will investigate complex technologies, develop innovative research techniques and contribute to some of the most challenging technical problems in the cyber domain. You will combine deep technical expertise with strong analytical thinking to understand system behaviour, identify weaknesses and develop evidence-based assessments that stand up to rigorous scrutiny. As a senior member of the team, you will also help shape future capability, providing technical leadership, mentoring colleagues and sharing knowledge to strengthen the organisation's cyber research expertise. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber vulnerability research while contributing to work of national importance. Job description What you'll do; Conduct software reverse engineering, vulnerability research and technical assessments across software, hardware and embedded systems. Apply static and dynamic analysis techniques to understand system functionality and identify vulnerabilities. Investigate emerging technologies, products and capabilities to understand technical risks, opportunities and potential mitigations. Provide authoritative technical advice and evidence-based assessments to customers and stakeholders. Develop and enhance tools, techniques and methodologies to improve vulnerability research capability and efficiency. Lead technical work packages and coordinate complex research activities, ensuring high-quality outputs are delivered to agreed standards and timescales. Produce clear technical reports, briefings and documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences. Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations to solve complex technical challenges. Mentor and support the development of less experienced engineers and researchers, helping to build organisational capability. Person specification What we're looking for; A degree in a STEM subject such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent experience. Experience using reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra or IDA. Practical experience applying static and dynamic analysis techniques. Knowledge of at least one assembly language such as ARM or x86. Strong programming skills in C and/or C++. A sound understanding of common software vulnerabilities and experience identifying them. Experience solving complex technical problems and making robust technical assessments from incomplete or disparate information. Experience leading or contributing to multidisciplinary teams delivering challenging technical outcomes. Experience coaching, mentoring and supporting the development of others. Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 1st November 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Are you passionate about understanding how software and systems really work? Do you enjoy taking apart complex technologies, uncovering vulnerabilities and solving challenging technical problems that others cannot? Why join us? Dstl is seeking a Senior Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to join a specialist team delivering world-class vulnerability research, reverse engineering and technical analysis in support of national security and defence outcomes. In this role, you will apply advanced technical skills to analyse software, firmware and embedded systems, identifying vulnerabilities, assessing risks and providing expert advice that directly informs critical decision-making. Working alongside experts from a range of scientific, engineering and cyber disciplines, you will investigate complex technologies, develop innovative research techniques and contribute to some of the most challenging technical problems in the cyber domain. You will combine deep technical expertise with strong analytical thinking to understand system behaviour, identify weaknesses and develop evidence-based assessments that stand up to rigorous scrutiny. As a senior member of the team, you will also help shape future capability, providing technical leadership, mentoring colleagues and sharing knowledge to strengthen the organisation's cyber research expertise. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of cyber vulnerability research while contributing to work of national importance. Job description What you'll do; Conduct software reverse engineering, vulnerability research and technical assessments across software, hardware and embedded systems. Apply static and dynamic analysis techniques to understand system functionality and identify vulnerabilities. Investigate emerging technologies, products and capabilities to understand technical risks, opportunities and potential mitigations. Provide authoritative technical advice and evidence-based assessments to customers and stakeholders. Develop and enhance tools, techniques and methodologies to improve vulnerability research capability and efficiency. Lead technical work packages and coordinate complex research activities, ensuring high-quality outputs are delivered to agreed standards and timescales. Produce clear technical reports, briefings and documentation for both technical and non-technical audiences. Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams and partner organisations to solve complex technical challenges. Mentor and support the development of less experienced engineers and researchers, helping to build organisational capability. Person specification What we're looking for; A degree in a STEM subject such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent experience. Experience using reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra or IDA. Practical experience applying static and dynamic analysis techniques. Knowledge of at least one assembly language such as ARM or x86. Strong programming skills in C and/or C++. A sound understanding of common software vulnerabilities and experience identifying them. Experience solving complex technical problems and making robust technical assessments from incomplete or disparate information. Experience leading or contributing to multidisciplinary teams delivering challenging technical outcomes. Experience coaching, mentoring and supporting the development of others. Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 25th October 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 25th October 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 25th October 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Are you passionate about applying Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the most complex cyber challenges facing the UK? We are looking for a Senior Cyber AI Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative AI solutions in support of national security. Working at the forefront of cyber research and development, you will apply advanced mathematical, analytical and software engineering techniques to develop novel AI capabilities, explore emerging technologies and provide technical leadership across a range of challenging projects. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including large language models, deep learning and reinforcement learning, helping to transform innovative ideas into practical solutions that deliver real-world impact. You will investigate emerging threats and opportunities within AI, evaluate the performance and robustness of models, and contribute to the development of trusted and assured AI capabilities. As a senior specialist, you will work closely with scientists, engineers and technical stakeholders across government, industry and academia. Alongside your technical contribution, you will help shape future research direction, support the development of colleagues and provide authoritative technical advice that influences decision-making and programme outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with curiosity, creativity and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to the UK's cyber and national security mission. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and evaluate innovative AI and machine learning solutions to address complex cyber challenges. Apply advanced Python software development skills to develop and assess AI techniques including deep learning, reinforcement learning and large language models. Investigate emerging AI technologies, threats and opportunities, identifying practical applications and future research areas. Analyse and interpret model behaviour, performance, explainability and limitations using mathematical and analytical approaches. Develop approaches to AI testing, evaluation, assurance and validation to support robust and trustworthy outcomes. Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical outputs and research outcomes. Communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences through reports, presentations and stakeholder engagement. Provide technical leadership, mentor colleagues and help grow AI capability across the organisation. Manage technical risks, contribute to strategic decision-making and support the successful delivery of projects and programmes. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile. Person specification What we're looking for; Strong understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, including neural networks, deep learning, reinforcement learning and large language models. Experience applying mathematical and analytical techniques to develop, evaluate or improve AI and machine learning solutions. Strong Python software development skills and experience working with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Experience solving complex technical challenges in engineering, science, technology or cyber-related environments. Experience leading or influencing technical work within multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience coaching, supporting or developing colleagues. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
Oct 23, 2026
Full time
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 25th October 2026 At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. Job summary Are you passionate about applying Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the most complex cyber challenges facing the UK? We are looking for a Senior Cyber AI Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team delivering innovative AI solutions in support of national security. Working at the forefront of cyber research and development, you will apply advanced mathematical, analytical and software engineering techniques to develop novel AI capabilities, explore emerging technologies and provide technical leadership across a range of challenging projects. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including large language models, deep learning and reinforcement learning, helping to transform innovative ideas into practical solutions that deliver real-world impact. You will investigate emerging threats and opportunities within AI, evaluate the performance and robustness of models, and contribute to the development of trusted and assured AI capabilities. As a senior specialist, you will work closely with scientists, engineers and technical stakeholders across government, industry and academia. Alongside your technical contribution, you will help shape future research direction, support the development of colleagues and provide authoritative technical advice that influences decision-making and programme outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who combines strong technical expertise with curiosity, creativity and a desire to make a meaningful contribution to the UK's cyber and national security mission. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and evaluate innovative AI and machine learning solutions to address complex cyber challenges. Apply advanced Python software development skills to develop and assess AI techniques including deep learning, reinforcement learning and large language models. Investigate emerging AI technologies, threats and opportunities, identifying practical applications and future research areas. Analyse and interpret model behaviour, performance, explainability and limitations using mathematical and analytical approaches. Develop approaches to AI testing, evaluation, assurance and validation to support robust and trustworthy outcomes. Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical outputs and research outcomes. Communicate complex technical concepts to a variety of audiences through reports, presentations and stakeholder engagement. Provide technical leadership, mentor colleagues and help grow AI capability across the organisation. Manage technical risks, contribute to strategic decision-making and support the successful delivery of projects and programmes. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile. Person specification What we're looking for; Strong understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, including neural networks, deep learning, reinforcement learning and large language models. Experience applying mathematical and analytical techniques to develop, evaluate or improve AI and machine learning solutions. Strong Python software development skills and experience working with machine learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow. Experience solving complex technical challenges in engineering, science, technology or cyber-related environments. Experience leading or influencing technical work within multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience coaching, supporting or developing colleagues. Please review the job description for more detailed information by clicking apply. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years.
