Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Closing Date - 23:00 on Tuesday 17th March 2026 A salary range of £47,866 to £56,082, including a concessionary payment of £2,658, and a skills payment. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You'll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500 (£1,750 on arrival and £1,750 on successful completion of probation) We offer a range of flexible working patterns, including offering full time, part time, and compressed hours to support your individual needs. While homeworking isn't possible due to the nature of the role, we can offer flexibility, such as variations in start and finish times, where business needs allow. About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Antenna Design Engineer, you'll work closely with our Principal RF Engineer on RF antenna design, while also contributing to wider electronic hardware design, research, and testing. As part of a mixed team of software, hardware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) engineers, you'll work on projects ranging from embedded antenna design to propagation modelling. Responsibilities span component level RF design involvement across the full lifecycle from design to delivery, identifying and helping to mitigate technical risks, and producing high quality design and test documentation. You'll also be involved in hardware Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and system level testing and verification, contributing to future antenna and RF technique research, developing and maintaining BASH/C wrapper helper scripts, and integrating with and testing a variety of capabilities. About you You bring several years of experience in a similar role, preferably with practical experience in component level Antenna design. Your background may also include working onmatching networks, filter design, PA or LNA analysis and specification or other component level electronic design. You also have: experience working with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts the ability to engage internal and external customers and work with other organisations a proactive mindset, with the motivation to spot opportunities, adapt quickly and learn new skills experience in successfully delivering projects from design to delivery Experience with scripting and basic coding (BASH, Python or C on Microcontrollers), along with familiarity with Microsoft Office and ANSYS, is desirable but not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Training and development The first three days of your time with us will be dedicated to a comprehensive department induction, designed to help you understand how things work and who does what. At GCHQ, we're committed to your growth and development. You'll have dedicated time and space for continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement, with up to 30% of your time available for personal development. We'll support your professional development, including opportunities to gain accreditations such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status if that's the route you wish to pursue. You'll also be assigned a buddy who'll provide guidance and support throughout your time with us. Your training and ongoing support will be tailored to you, as you'll be working within a small team where development can be shaped around your needs. While most training is delivered in house, we also offer regular opportunities to top up your knowledge through external training providers. You'll have the chance to either mentor a junior colleague or be mentored by someone more experienced, depending on what will best support your growth. Your learning will draw on the broad expertise across the team, and you'll also be encouraged to identify additional courses or learning opportunities that help deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Throughout your career here, you'll have continued access to the support and resources needed to pursue relevant accreditations, ensuring you can grow in the direction that's right for you. Rewards and benefits We offer a competitive salary between £47,866 to £56,082, dependent on your skills and experience. This includes a concessionary payment of £2,658 and a skills payment. All successful candidates receive a one off recruitment bonus of £3,500. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme an interest free season ticket loan a cycle to work scheme facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions 'Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: evidence of successfully delivering a technical project or piece of work experience with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts experience engaging with a range of different stakeholders There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best; see our website for information onreasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: online Technical and Competency based interview, including a presentation if successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs, and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to withdraw statement Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Closing Date - 23:00 on Tuesday 17th March 2026 A salary range of £47,866 to £56,082, including a concessionary payment of £2,658, and a skills payment. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You'll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500 (£1,750 on arrival and £1,750 on successful completion of probation) We offer a range of flexible working patterns, including offering full time, part time, and compressed hours to support your individual needs. While homeworking isn't possible due to the nature of the role, we can offer flexibility, such as variations in start and finish times, where business needs allow. About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Antenna Design Engineer, you'll work closely with our Principal RF Engineer on RF antenna design, while also contributing to wider electronic hardware design, research, and testing. As part of a mixed team of software, hardware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) engineers, you'll work on projects ranging from embedded antenna design to propagation modelling. Responsibilities span component level RF design involvement across the full lifecycle from design to delivery, identifying and helping to mitigate technical risks, and producing high quality design and test documentation. You'll also be involved in hardware Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and system level testing and verification, contributing to future antenna and RF technique research, developing and maintaining BASH/C wrapper helper scripts, and integrating with and testing a variety of capabilities. About you You bring several years of experience in a similar role, preferably with practical experience in component level Antenna design. Your background may also include working onmatching networks, filter design, PA or LNA analysis and specification or other component level electronic design. You also have: experience working with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts the ability to engage internal and external customers and work with other organisations a proactive mindset, with the motivation to spot opportunities, adapt quickly and learn new skills experience in successfully delivering projects from design to delivery Experience with scripting and basic coding (BASH, Python or C on Microcontrollers), along with familiarity with Microsoft Office and ANSYS, is desirable but not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Training and development The first three days of your time with us will be dedicated to a comprehensive department induction, designed to help you understand how things work and who does what. At GCHQ, we're committed to your growth and development. You'll have dedicated time and space for continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement, with up to 30% of your time available for personal development. We'll support your professional development, including opportunities to gain accreditations such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status if that's the route you wish to pursue. You'll also be assigned a buddy who'll provide guidance and support throughout your time with us. Your training and ongoing support will be tailored to you, as you'll be working within a small team where development can be shaped around your needs. While most training is delivered in house, we also offer regular opportunities to top up your knowledge through external training providers. You'll have the chance to either mentor a junior colleague or be mentored by someone more experienced, depending on what will best support your growth. Your learning will draw on the broad expertise across the team, and you'll also be encouraged to identify additional courses or learning opportunities that help deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Throughout your career here, you'll have continued access to the support and resources needed to pursue relevant accreditations, ensuring you can grow in the direction that's right for you. Rewards and benefits We offer a competitive salary between £47,866 to £56,082, dependent on your skills and experience. This includes a concessionary payment of £2,658 and a skills payment. All successful candidates receive a one off recruitment bonus of £3,500. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme an interest free season ticket loan a cycle to work scheme facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions 'Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: evidence of successfully delivering a technical project or piece of work experience with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts experience engaging with a range of different stakeholders There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best; see our website for information onreasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: online Technical and Competency based interview, including a presentation if successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs, and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to withdraw statement Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer Location: Broad Oak, Frimley, New Malden or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £70,000 depending on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Providing support to the functions Technical Authority teams with the management of the hazards, risks and associated mitigations and contribute to the development of the hazard log and the maturity of information contained within Responsible for product safety strategy/argument assessment against major subsystems or key complex technologies Production of high-quality submissions including hazard logs, safety cases and safety plans Organising and facilitate HAZIDs and review meetings and contribute to other HAZIDs when required Working with the Technical Authority teams and embedded Safety Engineers in collating adequate product safety related evidence to support the safety case argument and acceptance via the Requirements and Acceptance Team Your skills and experiences: Knowledge of safety management processes and techniques Experience of working in more than one phase of the Engineering Lifecycle, with sufficient experience of design principles to enable a good understanding of adjacent phases and through life engineering issues Awareness of customer defence standards such as: DSA-02, JSP430, Def Stan 00-56, MilStn 882E, BS EN 61508 Familiar with the principles of a Safety Management System Experienced in writing technical documentation to an elevated level Experience in Product Safety within Software Systems would be advantageous Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered. Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Product Safety team: The Combat System is the heart of any platform, and being part of integrating these complex systems safely through design and assurance is the role of the Product Safety team. Working independently and collaboratively with a like-minded Product Safety Engineers, you will be critical is underpinning the integrity of cutting-edge technology from design concept through to disposal. As a valued stakeholder working alongside Design Technical Authorities, you will play a pivotal role challenging norm as well of bringing new ideas to table across a varied and ever-changing portfolio of Combat System projects. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc .) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 4th March 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Principal Embedded Software Engineer Winfrith, Dorset (hybrid working, 3 days per week onsite) - Permanent vacancy We are looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to work for our maritime defence client TKMS Atlas across a range of new projects, such as underwater vehicle control systems and sonar equipment click apply for full job details
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Principal Embedded Software Engineer Winfrith, Dorset (hybrid working, 3 days per week onsite) - Permanent vacancy We are looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to work for our maritime defence client TKMS Atlas across a range of new projects, such as underwater vehicle control systems and sonar equipment click apply for full job details
Lead Java Engineer (Hands-On) 80% Coding Technical Leadership Modern Platform Remote First (office visit once a month) - You must live within 1 hr 30 of South Manchester 70,000 - 85,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits My client is not able to provide Visa sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are building modern platforms within a complex and meaningful domain. They've embedded Agile and XP practices across engineering, and they're now hiring a hands-on Principal Java Engineer to help lead delivery, raise standards, and support the growth of their teams. This is not an "architect who doesn't code" role. The expectation is that you'll be around 80% hands-on , building software alongside the team. The Opportunity You'll work as part of a Scrum team delivering real product outcomes, while also contributing to the broader engineering direction. The hands-off element of the role includes: helping lead Scrum ceremonies and delivery mentoring and coaching engineers collaborating with other Principals and the Development Manager contributing to architectural decisions and technical direction It's a role for someone who still loves coding, but also enjoys influencing how teams work and how systems evolve. Tech Stack & Practices Java, Spring Boot TDD, pairing, strong automated testing culture CI/CD, continuous delivery mindset AWS (with a mix of approaches including serverless) Docker, Kubernetes Terraform / DevOps tooling AWS and DevOps exposure is very beneficial at Principal level - but they're not looking for a pure DevOps engineer. The core of the role is still Java engineering. What They're Looking For Deep, hands-on Java experience with strong engineering judgement Proven ability to influence standards and mentor engineers Comfortable balancing delivery with technical leadership Strong understanding of building maintainable, scalable systems Experience working in Agile teams with modern practices Bonus points for AWS, containerisation, IaC, etc. What's In It For You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Clear scope: still hands-on, but with meaningful technical influence Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A collaborative, mature engineering culture Complex systems, long-term platform work, and real impact Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if you're not actively looking, it's a great time to explore what they're building. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Lead Java Engineer (Hands-On) 80% Coding Technical Leadership Modern Platform Remote First (office visit once a month) - You must live within 1 hr 30 of South Manchester 70,000 - 85,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits My client is not able to provide Visa sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are building modern platforms within a complex and meaningful domain. They've embedded Agile and XP practices across engineering, and they're now hiring a hands-on Principal Java Engineer to help lead delivery, raise standards, and support the growth of their teams. This is not an "architect who doesn't code" role. The expectation is that you'll be around 80% hands-on , building software alongside the team. The Opportunity You'll work as part of a Scrum team delivering real product outcomes, while also contributing to the broader engineering direction. The hands-off element of the role includes: helping lead Scrum ceremonies and delivery mentoring and coaching engineers collaborating with other Principals and the Development Manager contributing to architectural decisions and technical direction It's a role for someone who still loves coding, but also enjoys influencing how teams work and how systems evolve. Tech Stack & Practices Java, Spring Boot TDD, pairing, strong automated testing culture CI/CD, continuous delivery mindset AWS (with a mix of approaches including serverless) Docker, Kubernetes Terraform / DevOps tooling AWS and DevOps exposure is very beneficial at Principal level - but they're not looking for a pure DevOps engineer. The core of the role is still Java engineering. What They're Looking For Deep, hands-on Java experience with strong engineering judgement Proven ability to influence standards and mentor engineers Comfortable balancing delivery with technical leadership Strong understanding of building maintainable, scalable systems Experience working in Agile teams with modern practices Bonus points for AWS, containerisation, IaC, etc. What's In It For You? Remote-first working with minimal office travel Clear scope: still hands-on, but with meaningful technical influence Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A collaborative, mature engineering culture Complex systems, long-term platform work, and real impact Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if you're not actively looking, it's a great time to explore what they're building. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
I'm recruiting for a Software Test Lead/Principle Test Engineer to join my client based in North Bristol. A critical requirement for this role is experience testing complex, mission critical systems that integrate software with connected hardware or physical devices. Many of the products combine mobile applications, cloud services, and real world hardware, so you must be experienced working in environments where reliability, performance, and safety are paramount. You'll be joining an exciting scale up that develop genuinely meaningful technology designed to keep frontline personnel safe, connected, and operational in high pressure environments. They are the nicest bunch of people and you'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team and will lead testing across multiple complex projects. The role requires attendance in the Bristol office three days per week so you will need to be comfortable with this, and due to the sensitive nature of some projects, candidates must either hold a British passport or have lived in the UK continuously for the past five years to obtain the required security clearance. The organisation works exclusively on technology designed to protect people, so all projects are firmly in the "tech for good" space. The Test Team currently consists of nine test engineers, and they are now seeking a Principal level hire to act as a senior technical and strategic figure within the team. This position combines hands on delivery with higher level leadership responsibilities. You will help shape test strategy, guide quality practices across multiple engineering teams, and ensure testing is embedded early in the development life cycle. Working closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders, you'll promote realistic, testable requirements and a strong culture of quality throughout the organisation. Initially, the role will involve leading predominantly manual testing across mobile, hardware integrated, and cloud based systems, while also playing a key part in shaping the company's continued investment in automation and AI. Current automation technologies include Playwright and Python based frameworks. What you'll be doing: Define and govern comprehensive testing approaches that ensure mission critical systems meet strict safety, reliability and regulatory expectations Embed within agile delivery teams, contributing to ceremonies and working closely with stakeholders to clarify and validate requirements Plan and execute structured testing activities, including defect management, prioritisation and clear communication of results Drive the growth of automated testing - you don't need to be hands on with it yourself Provide expert guidance throughout acceptance, release and deployment stages to support smooth, low risk delivery Lead, coach and support senior engineers, fostering capability growth and encouraging best practice across the team Exploring emerging approaches including AI driven tooling What they're looking for: Proven experience leading or coordinating testing activities for mission critical systems Strong interest in technology, innovation, and AI Solid background in manual testing across complex systems (mobile, hardware integrated, or distributed platforms) Knowledge of automation tools without needing to be necessarily hands on yourself Familiarity with CI/CD environments (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and modern QA practices A curious, pragmatic mindset and drive for continuous improvement This is a company where testing is highly valued and you'll have a real opportunity to influence strategy, shape the future of testing within the organisation, and contribute to technology that makes a real difference. The salary is up to 85,000 depending on experience. If you'd like to learn more, please apply to Sam Miller at SR2 - Socially Responsible Recruitment
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
I'm recruiting for a Software Test Lead/Principle Test Engineer to join my client based in North Bristol. A critical requirement for this role is experience testing complex, mission critical systems that integrate software with connected hardware or physical devices. Many of the products combine mobile applications, cloud services, and real world hardware, so you must be experienced working in environments where reliability, performance, and safety are paramount. You'll be joining an exciting scale up that develop genuinely meaningful technology designed to keep frontline personnel safe, connected, and operational in high pressure environments. They are the nicest bunch of people and you'll be part of a friendly, collaborative team and will lead testing across multiple complex projects. The role requires attendance in the Bristol office three days per week so you will need to be comfortable with this, and due to the sensitive nature of some projects, candidates must either hold a British passport or have lived in the UK continuously for the past five years to obtain the required security clearance. The organisation works exclusively on technology designed to protect people, so all projects are firmly in the "tech for good" space. The Test Team currently consists of nine test engineers, and they are now seeking a Principal level hire to act as a senior technical and strategic figure within the team. This position combines hands on delivery with higher level leadership responsibilities. You will help shape test strategy, guide quality practices across multiple engineering teams, and ensure testing is embedded early in the development life cycle. Working closely with developers, product owners, and stakeholders, you'll promote realistic, testable requirements and a strong culture of quality throughout the organisation. Initially, the role will involve leading predominantly manual testing across mobile, hardware integrated, and cloud based systems, while also playing a key part in shaping the company's continued investment in automation and AI. Current automation technologies include Playwright and Python based frameworks. What you'll be doing: Define and govern comprehensive testing approaches that ensure mission critical systems meet strict safety, reliability and regulatory expectations Embed within agile delivery teams, contributing to ceremonies and working closely with stakeholders to clarify and validate requirements Plan and execute structured testing activities, including defect management, prioritisation and clear communication of results Drive the growth of automated testing - you don't need to be hands on with it yourself Provide expert guidance throughout acceptance, release and deployment stages to support smooth, low risk delivery Lead, coach and support senior engineers, fostering capability growth and encouraging best practice across the team Exploring emerging approaches including AI driven tooling What they're looking for: Proven experience leading or coordinating testing activities for mission critical systems Strong interest in technology, innovation, and AI Solid background in manual testing across complex systems (mobile, hardware integrated, or distributed platforms) Knowledge of automation tools without needing to be necessarily hands on yourself Familiarity with CI/CD environments (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab) and modern QA practices A curious, pragmatic mindset and drive for continuous improvement This is a company where testing is highly valued and you'll have a real opportunity to influence strategy, shape the future of testing within the organisation, and contribute to technology that makes a real difference. The salary is up to 85,000 depending on experience. If you'd like to learn more, please apply to Sam Miller at SR2 - Socially Responsible Recruitment
Cheltenham Job description Salary: A salary range of £47,866 to £56,082, including a concessionary payment of £2,658, and a skills payment. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You'll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500 (£1,750 on arrival and £1,750 on successful completion of probation) Flexible working: We offer a range of flexible working patterns, including full time, part time, and compressed hours to support your individual needs. While homeworking isn't possible due to the nature of the role, we can offer flexibility, such as variations in start and finish times, where business needs allow. About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Antenna Design Engineer, you'll work closely with our Principal RF Engineer on RF antenna design, while also contributing to wider electronic hardware design, research, and testing. As part of a mixed team of software, hardware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) engineers, you'll work on projects ranging from embedded antenna design to propagation modelling. Responsibilities span component level RF design involvement across the full lifecycle from design to delivery, identifying and helping to mitigate technical risks, and producing high quality design and test documentation. You'll also be involved in hardware Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and system level testing and verification, contributing to future antenna and RF technique research, developing and maintaining BASH/C wrapper helper scripts, and integrating with and testing a variety of capabilities. About you You bring several years of experience in a similar role, preferably with practical experience in component level Antenna design. Your background may also include working on matching networks, filter design, PA or LNA analysis and specification or other component level electronic design. You also have: Experience working with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts The ability to engage internal and external customers and work with other organisations A proactive mindset, with the motivation to spot opportunities, adapt quickly and learn new skills Experience in successfully delivering projects from design to delivery Experience with scripting and basic coding (BASH, Python or C on Microcontrollers), along with familiarity with Microsoft Office and ANSYS, is desirable but not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Training and development The first three days of your time with us will be dedicated to a comprehensive department induction, designed to help you understand how things work and who does what. At GCHQ, we're committed to your growth and development. You'll have dedicated time and space for continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement, with up to 30% of your time available for personal development. We'll support your professional development, including opportunities to gain accreditations such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status if that's the route you wish to pursue. You'll also be assigned a buddy who'll provide guidance and support throughout your time with us. Your training and ongoing support will be tailored to you, as you'll be working within a small team where development can be shaped around your needs. While most training is delivered in house, we also offer regular opportunities to top up your knowledge through external training providers. You'll have the chance to either mentor a junior colleague or be mentored by someone more experienced, depending on what will best support your growth. Your learning will draw on the broad expertise across the team, and you'll also be encouraged to identify additional courses or learning opportunities that help deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Throughout your career here, you'll have continued access to the support and resources needed to pursue relevant accreditations, ensuring you can grow in the direction that's right for you. Rewards and benefits We offer a competitive salary between £47,866 to £56,082, dependent on your skills and experience. This includes a concessionary payment of £2,658 and a skills payment. All successful candidates receive a one off recruitment bonus of £3,500. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme An interest free season ticket loan An excellent pension scheme A cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. We're Disability Confident GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions 'Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: Evidence of successfully delivering a technical project or piece of work Extensive component level RF or Antenna Design experience Experience with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts Experience engaging with a range of different stakeholders There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best; see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Application sift Online Technical and Competency based interview, including a presentation If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs, and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to withdraw statement Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Cheltenham Job description Salary: A salary range of £47,866 to £56,082, including a concessionary payment of £2,658, and a skills payment. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You'll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500 (£1,750 on arrival and £1,750 on successful completion of probation) Flexible working: We offer a range of flexible working patterns, including full time, part time, and compressed hours to support your individual needs. While homeworking isn't possible due to the nature of the role, we can offer flexibility, such as variations in start and finish times, where business needs allow. About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber, and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The role As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Antenna Design Engineer, you'll work closely with our Principal RF Engineer on RF antenna design, while also contributing to wider electronic hardware design, research, and testing. As part of a mixed team of software, hardware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) engineers, you'll work on projects ranging from embedded antenna design to propagation modelling. Responsibilities span component level RF design involvement across the full lifecycle from design to delivery, identifying and helping to mitigate technical risks, and producing high quality design and test documentation. You'll also be involved in hardware Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and system level testing and verification, contributing to future antenna and RF technique research, developing and maintaining BASH/C wrapper helper scripts, and integrating with and testing a variety of capabilities. About you You bring several years of experience in a similar role, preferably with practical experience in component level Antenna design. Your background may also include working on matching networks, filter design, PA or LNA analysis and specification or other component level electronic design. You also have: Experience working with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts The ability to engage internal and external customers and work with other organisations A proactive mindset, with the motivation to spot opportunities, adapt quickly and learn new skills Experience in successfully delivering projects from design to delivery Experience with scripting and basic coding (BASH, Python or C on Microcontrollers), along with familiarity with Microsoft Office and ANSYS, is desirable but not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Training and development The first three days of your time with us will be dedicated to a comprehensive department induction, designed to help you understand how things work and who does what. At GCHQ, we're committed to your growth and development. You'll have dedicated time and space for continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement, with up to 30% of your time available for personal development. We'll support your professional development, including opportunities to gain accreditations such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status if that's the route you wish to pursue. You'll also be assigned a buddy who'll provide guidance and support throughout your time with us. Your training and ongoing support will be tailored to you, as you'll be working within a small team where development can be shaped around your needs. While most training is delivered in house, we also offer regular opportunities to top up your knowledge through external training providers. You'll have the chance to either mentor a junior colleague or be mentored by someone more experienced, depending on what will best support your growth. Your learning will draw on the broad expertise across the team, and you'll also be encouraged to identify additional courses or learning opportunities that help deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Throughout your career here, you'll have continued access to the support and resources needed to pursue relevant accreditations, ensuring you can grow in the direction that's right for you. Rewards and benefits We offer a competitive salary between £47,866 to £56,082, dependent on your skills and experience. This includes a concessionary payment of £2,658 and a skills payment. All successful candidates receive a one off recruitment bonus of £3,500. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme An interest free season ticket loan An excellent pension scheme A cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website. We're Disability Confident GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions 'Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: Evidence of successfully delivering a technical project or piece of work Extensive component level RF or Antenna Design experience Experience with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts Experience engaging with a range of different stakeholders There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best; see our website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Application sift Online Technical and Competency based interview, including a presentation If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs, and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to withdraw statement Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
As a Recruitment Specialist within the Embedded Software division, you have the responsibility for the delivery of services to both candidates and clients across the UK & Europe. You will position yourself as a specialist in the Embedded Software sector with the goal of achieving recognition as an expert in your dedicated field. You will report to your Team Leader/Manager. Currently, this role is a delivery role, whereby you will be servicing already existing businesses and working with an active candidate database. As and when required you will also be tasked with developing new clients and winning new business. You will be focusing on key clients in the Embedded Software market across the UK & Europe. This will include the following job title example and technology but not limited to: Electronic Engineers: Hardware / Software / Firmware. Embedded C, C++, C#, Embedded Linux, ARM , UNIX, RTOS, 3G, Application and Driver Development (inc Mobile), DSP, Algorithms, Audio, Video, Streaming, Symbian, ADA, STB, DVB, DTV, IPTV, DAB, MPEG, MHEG, etc. RF Engineers, Covering all aspects of RF System, Chip, Board Level, Wireless and Baseband Engineers. Including Architecture, Design, Develop, Test, Integrating, Verification, Validation, and Layout. All aspects including, RFID, WiFi, WiMAX, ZigBee, Transceivers, Receivers, Transmitters, Antennas, Amplifiers, PA, Pre-Distortion etc Key Responsibilities: Client Development and Management Cultivating and servicing existing accounts responsible for winning new business when required to grow your desk in the Embedded Software space Deliver a quality service to our clients by presenting a variety of qualified and suitable candidates Negotiation of contract rates, permanent introduction fees and retainer proposals Build an in-depth knowledge of your sector Develop long term relationships into key accounts Candidate Management Identify, target and qualify potential candidates through various sources Interview candidates via the telephone and accurately qualify with all information onto the Tiger database Management of candidates through to offer and acceptance to include interview briefing, debriefing, offer negotiation and counter offer management, logistical management, relocation problem solving Regularly ask for and receive referrals and recommendations on LinkedIn In return you will get the following: 22 - 25 days annual holidays (depending on length of service) Monthly duvet days for target hitters, (12-16 days extra holidays per year) Monthly lunch clubs for target hitters Quarterly incentives such as winter & summer trips, Cash incentives Christmas and Summer parties Pension Contribution Structured career progression opportunities Gym membership Free office parking Free Fruit and breakfast, fresh coffee making facilities
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
As a Recruitment Specialist within the Embedded Software division, you have the responsibility for the delivery of services to both candidates and clients across the UK & Europe. You will position yourself as a specialist in the Embedded Software sector with the goal of achieving recognition as an expert in your dedicated field. You will report to your Team Leader/Manager. Currently, this role is a delivery role, whereby you will be servicing already existing businesses and working with an active candidate database. As and when required you will also be tasked with developing new clients and winning new business. You will be focusing on key clients in the Embedded Software market across the UK & Europe. This will include the following job title example and technology but not limited to: Electronic Engineers: Hardware / Software / Firmware. Embedded C, C++, C#, Embedded Linux, ARM , UNIX, RTOS, 3G, Application and Driver Development (inc Mobile), DSP, Algorithms, Audio, Video, Streaming, Symbian, ADA, STB, DVB, DTV, IPTV, DAB, MPEG, MHEG, etc. RF Engineers, Covering all aspects of RF System, Chip, Board Level, Wireless and Baseband Engineers. Including Architecture, Design, Develop, Test, Integrating, Verification, Validation, and Layout. All aspects including, RFID, WiFi, WiMAX, ZigBee, Transceivers, Receivers, Transmitters, Antennas, Amplifiers, PA, Pre-Distortion etc Key Responsibilities: Client Development and Management Cultivating and servicing existing accounts responsible for winning new business when required to grow your desk in the Embedded Software space Deliver a quality service to our clients by presenting a variety of qualified and suitable candidates Negotiation of contract rates, permanent introduction fees and retainer proposals Build an in-depth knowledge of your sector Develop long term relationships into key accounts Candidate Management Identify, target and qualify potential candidates through various sources Interview candidates via the telephone and accurately qualify with all information onto the Tiger database Management of candidates through to offer and acceptance to include interview briefing, debriefing, offer negotiation and counter offer management, logistical management, relocation problem solving Regularly ask for and receive referrals and recommendations on LinkedIn In return you will get the following: 22 - 25 days annual holidays (depending on length of service) Monthly duvet days for target hitters, (12-16 days extra holidays per year) Monthly lunch clubs for target hitters Quarterly incentives such as winter & summer trips, Cash incentives Christmas and Summer parties Pension Contribution Structured career progression opportunities Gym membership Free office parking Free Fruit and breakfast, fresh coffee making facilities
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: North West & Yorkshire Offices Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: Bradford Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. You will guide technical direction and ensure high-quality delivery across the full software lifecycle. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control and communication environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables and work packages Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
Feb 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: Bradford Salary: Up to £75k (depending on experience) We re partnering with an established technology engineering organisation seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead software architecture, technical delivery, and development strategy across advanced embedded systems. This is a senior, hands-on role combining system architecture, embedded software development, and project ownership. You will guide technical direction and ensure high-quality delivery across the full software lifecycle. A key aspect of this position is applying electrical power systems knowledge and protection function theory within embedded control and communication environments. If you re a senior embedded engineer looking to influence architecture, lead delivery, and work on complex real-time systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role Define and own embedded software architecture and technical direction Lead delivery of complex embedded projects to time and quality targets Develop and maintain robust C/C++ embedded codebases Translate system requirements into structured deliverables and work packages Guide design decisions and review implementation approaches Oversee testing strategy, documentation, and release quality Identify technical risks and implement mitigation strategies Drive Agile processes and continuous improvement practices Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and project stakeholders About you Degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar Advanced C/C++ embedded development experience Strong background in embedded systems design Experience working with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) Solid understanding of multithreading and concurrency Networking knowledge including TCP/IP, UDP and secure communications Experience with embedded Linux or RTOS environments Knowledge of electrical power systems and protection function theory Experience delivering commercial embedded products end-to-end Peripheral interfacing experience (SPI, I2C, memory interfaces) Debugging complex real-time or multithreaded systems Desirable Experience Linux-based embedded platforms or containerised environments Python or scripting languages CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling Industrial communication protocols or automation systems Cybersecurity concepts within embedded environments Cloud or enterprise platform integration Wireless communications (WiFi, Bluetooth, Zigbee) Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.
We're a fast-scaling legal tech SaaS company. Our platform is deeply embedded in the disputes function across major law firms. We are now launching a major initiative to expand our solution across new legal workflows, including additional contentious practices and transactional teams. This role is a key contributor to that initiative. As a Principal Product Manager, you will lead ecosystem-level initiatives that shape how our platform connects, extends, and creates value beyond its core boundaries. This role operates with high autonomy and strategic scope, driving product bets that sit at the intersection of platform architecture, interoperability, and emerging AI-powered workflows. You will own and evolve foundational ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and developer experience; while navigating a fast-changing landscape where traditional API design increasingly intersects with AI-first platforms and autonomous tooling. Principal PMs are senior individual contributors who combine systems thinking, deep discovery, and hands on execution to deliver transformational, platform wide impact. What you'll be doing Customer & Market Discovery Identify whitespace opportunities across the broader ecosystem Lead deep discovery with customers, partners, and internal teams to understand how data enters, exits, and interoperates with the platform across varying technical maturity levels. Translate insights into clear strategic recommendations and validated ecosystem initiatives Strategy & Vision Define the long term vision for the platform ecosystem, including APIs, integrations, data exchange, and extensibility. Connect the dots between traditional API design, AI powered integrations, and emerging paradigms such as agent driven or autonomous tool interactions. Identify where extending workflows beyond the platform create meaningful customer and business value and where it does not. Ensure ecosystem investments align with company strategy, platform principles, and client trust requirements. Execution & Delivery Own the end to end strategy, roadmap, and delivery of ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and platform interoperability. Define and sequence initiatives that balance foundational platform improvements with experimentation, innovation pilots, and strategic partnerships. Lead complex, cross team initiatives from discovery through launch and iteration, managing dependencies across Product, Engineering, Design, AI/ML, Architecture, and GTM. Drive improvements to developer and integration experiences, considering both human developers and AI driven consumers of platform capabilities. Metrics & Impact Own success measures for initiatives, including ARR, adoption, retention, or TAM expansion. Evaluate strategic bets with a clear view of commercial and user impact. Communicate initiative outcomes to leadership and key stakeholders. Cross Functional Leadership Influence executives and peers across Product, Engineering, and GTM on strategic priorities. Serve as a role model IC, mentoring PMs and Senior PMs on discovery, strategy, and stakeholder management. Elevate product craft and organizational capability through best practices and thought leadership. What we're looking for in you Core Competencies We Value Strategic Insight: Finds and validates new product market opportunities. High Autonomy: Leads complex initiatives without close supervision. Metrics & Impact: Connects work directly to commercial and user outcomes. Influence Across Teams: Shapes decisions across functions and product lines. Mentorship & Craft Leadership: Elevates the product org as a senior IC. Skills and Qualifications 7-10+ years of product management experience in SaaS or platform environments. Proven experience leading complex, cross product or ecosystem level initiatives. Strong understanding of APIs, integrations, and extensible platform design, including evolving AI enabled interaction models. Experience working with both technical and non technical users, translating needs across a broad capability spectrum. Comfort operating in ambiguity where technology, workflows, and customer expectations are rapidly changing. Familiarity with AI enabled solutions and their implications for platform design, developer experience, and product strategy. You bring deep familiarity with legal or professional services product lifecycles, strong ability to translate compliance/security needs into product features used by legal teams. Working for Opus 2 Opus 2 is a global leader in legal software and services, trusted partner of the world's leading legal teams. All our achievements are underpinned by our unique culture where our people are our most valuable asset. Working at Opus 2, you'll receive: Contributory pension plan. 26 days annual holidays, flexible working, and length of service entitlement. Health Insurance. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity. Employee Assistance Programme. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice. Cycle to Work Scheme. Calm and Mindfulness sessions. A day of leave to volunteer for charity or dependent cover. Accessible and modern office space and regular company social events.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
We're a fast-scaling legal tech SaaS company. Our platform is deeply embedded in the disputes function across major law firms. We are now launching a major initiative to expand our solution across new legal workflows, including additional contentious practices and transactional teams. This role is a key contributor to that initiative. As a Principal Product Manager, you will lead ecosystem-level initiatives that shape how our platform connects, extends, and creates value beyond its core boundaries. This role operates with high autonomy and strategic scope, driving product bets that sit at the intersection of platform architecture, interoperability, and emerging AI-powered workflows. You will own and evolve foundational ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and developer experience; while navigating a fast-changing landscape where traditional API design increasingly intersects with AI-first platforms and autonomous tooling. Principal PMs are senior individual contributors who combine systems thinking, deep discovery, and hands on execution to deliver transformational, platform wide impact. What you'll be doing Customer & Market Discovery Identify whitespace opportunities across the broader ecosystem Lead deep discovery with customers, partners, and internal teams to understand how data enters, exits, and interoperates with the platform across varying technical maturity levels. Translate insights into clear strategic recommendations and validated ecosystem initiatives Strategy & Vision Define the long term vision for the platform ecosystem, including APIs, integrations, data exchange, and extensibility. Connect the dots between traditional API design, AI powered integrations, and emerging paradigms such as agent driven or autonomous tool interactions. Identify where extending workflows beyond the platform create meaningful customer and business value and where it does not. Ensure ecosystem investments align with company strategy, platform principles, and client trust requirements. Execution & Delivery Own the end to end strategy, roadmap, and delivery of ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and platform interoperability. Define and sequence initiatives that balance foundational platform improvements with experimentation, innovation pilots, and strategic partnerships. Lead complex, cross team initiatives from discovery through launch and iteration, managing dependencies across Product, Engineering, Design, AI/ML, Architecture, and GTM. Drive improvements to developer and integration experiences, considering both human developers and AI driven consumers of platform capabilities. Metrics & Impact Own success measures for initiatives, including ARR, adoption, retention, or TAM expansion. Evaluate strategic bets with a clear view of commercial and user impact. Communicate initiative outcomes to leadership and key stakeholders. Cross Functional Leadership Influence executives and peers across Product, Engineering, and GTM on strategic priorities. Serve as a role model IC, mentoring PMs and Senior PMs on discovery, strategy, and stakeholder management. Elevate product craft and organizational capability through best practices and thought leadership. What we're looking for in you Core Competencies We Value Strategic Insight: Finds and validates new product market opportunities. High Autonomy: Leads complex initiatives without close supervision. Metrics & Impact: Connects work directly to commercial and user outcomes. Influence Across Teams: Shapes decisions across functions and product lines. Mentorship & Craft Leadership: Elevates the product org as a senior IC. Skills and Qualifications 7-10+ years of product management experience in SaaS or platform environments. Proven experience leading complex, cross product or ecosystem level initiatives. Strong understanding of APIs, integrations, and extensible platform design, including evolving AI enabled interaction models. Experience working with both technical and non technical users, translating needs across a broad capability spectrum. Comfort operating in ambiguity where technology, workflows, and customer expectations are rapidly changing. Familiarity with AI enabled solutions and their implications for platform design, developer experience, and product strategy. You bring deep familiarity with legal or professional services product lifecycles, strong ability to translate compliance/security needs into product features used by legal teams. Working for Opus 2 Opus 2 is a global leader in legal software and services, trusted partner of the world's leading legal teams. All our achievements are underpinned by our unique culture where our people are our most valuable asset. Working at Opus 2, you'll receive: Contributory pension plan. 26 days annual holidays, flexible working, and length of service entitlement. Health Insurance. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity. Employee Assistance Programme. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice. Cycle to Work Scheme. Calm and Mindfulness sessions. A day of leave to volunteer for charity or dependent cover. Accessible and modern office space and regular company social events.
We're a fast-scaling legal tech SaaS company. Our platform is deeply embedded in the disputes function across major law firms. We are now launching a major initiative to expand our solution across new legal workflows, including additional contentious practices and transactional teams. This role is a key contributor to that initiative. As a Principal Product Manager, you will lead ecosystem-level initiatives that shape how our platform connects, extends, and creates value beyond its core boundaries. This role operates with high autonomy and strategic scope, driving product bets that sit at the intersection of platform architecture, interoperability, and emerging AI-powered workflows. You will own and evolve foundational ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and developer experience; while navigating a fast-changing landscape where traditional API design increasingly intersects with AI-first platforms and autonomous tooling. Principal PMs are senior individual contributors who combine systems thinking, deep discovery, and hands on execution to deliver transformational, platform wide impact. What you'll be doing Customer & Market Discovery Identify whitespace opportunities across the broader ecosystem Lead deep discovery with customers, partners, and internal teams to understand how data enters, exits, and interoperates with the platform across varying technical maturity levels. Translate insights into clear strategic recommendations and validated ecosystem initiatives Strategy & Vision Define the long term vision for the platform ecosystem, including APIs, integrations, data exchange, and extensibility. Connect the dots between traditional API design, AI powered integrations, and emerging paradigms such as agent driven or autonomous tool interactions. Identify where extending workflows beyond the platform create meaningful customer and business value and where it does not. Ensure ecosystem investments align with company strategy, platform principles, and client trust requirements. Execution & Delivery Own the end to end strategy, roadmap, and delivery of ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and platform interoperability. Define and sequence initiatives that balance foundational platform improvements with experimentation, innovation pilots, and strategic partnerships. Lead complex, cross team initiatives from discovery through launch and iteration, managing dependencies across Product, Engineering, Design, AI/ML, Architecture, and GTM. Drive improvements to developer and integration experiences, considering both human developers and AI driven consumers of platform capabilities. Metrics & Impact Own success measures for initiatives, including ARR, adoption, retention, or TAM expansion. Evaluate strategic bets with a clear view of commercial and user impact. Communicate initiative outcomes to leadership and key stakeholders. Cross Functional Leadership Influence executives and peers across Product, Engineering, and GTM on strategic priorities. Serve as a role model IC, mentoring PMs and Senior PMs on discovery, strategy, and stakeholder management. Elevate product craft and organizational capability through best practices and thought leadership. What we're looking for in you Core Competencies We Value Strategic Insight: Finds and validates new product market opportunities. High Autonomy: Leads complex initiatives without close supervision. Metrics & Impact: Connects work directly to commercial and user outcomes. Influence Across Teams: Shapes decisions across functions and product lines. Mentorship & Craft Leadership: Elevates the product org as a senior IC. Skills and Qualifications 7-10+ years of product management experience in SaaS or platform environments. Proven experience leading complex, cross product or ecosystem level initiatives. Strong understanding of APIs, integrations, and extensible platform design, including evolving AI enabled interaction models. Experience working with both technical and non technical users, translating needs across a broad capability spectrum. Comfort operating in ambiguity where technology, workflows, and customer expectations are rapidly changing. Familiarity with AI enabled solutions and their implications for platform design, developer experience, and product strategy. You bring deep familiarity with legal or professional services product lifecycles, strong ability to translate compliance/security needs into product features used by legal teams. Working for Opus 2 Opus 2 is a global leader in legal software and services, trusted partner of the world's leading legal teams. All our achievements are underpinned by our unique culture where our people are our most valuable asset. Working at Opus 2, you'll receive: Contributory pension plan. 26 days annual holidays, flexible working, and length of service entitlement. Health Insurance. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity. Employee Assistance Programme. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice. Cycle to Work Scheme. Calm and Mindfulness sessions. A day of leave to volunteer for charity or dependent cover. Accessible and modern office space and regular company social events.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
We're a fast-scaling legal tech SaaS company. Our platform is deeply embedded in the disputes function across major law firms. We are now launching a major initiative to expand our solution across new legal workflows, including additional contentious practices and transactional teams. This role is a key contributor to that initiative. As a Principal Product Manager, you will lead ecosystem-level initiatives that shape how our platform connects, extends, and creates value beyond its core boundaries. This role operates with high autonomy and strategic scope, driving product bets that sit at the intersection of platform architecture, interoperability, and emerging AI-powered workflows. You will own and evolve foundational ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and developer experience; while navigating a fast-changing landscape where traditional API design increasingly intersects with AI-first platforms and autonomous tooling. Principal PMs are senior individual contributors who combine systems thinking, deep discovery, and hands on execution to deliver transformational, platform wide impact. What you'll be doing Customer & Market Discovery Identify whitespace opportunities across the broader ecosystem Lead deep discovery with customers, partners, and internal teams to understand how data enters, exits, and interoperates with the platform across varying technical maturity levels. Translate insights into clear strategic recommendations and validated ecosystem initiatives Strategy & Vision Define the long term vision for the platform ecosystem, including APIs, integrations, data exchange, and extensibility. Connect the dots between traditional API design, AI powered integrations, and emerging paradigms such as agent driven or autonomous tool interactions. Identify where extending workflows beyond the platform create meaningful customer and business value and where it does not. Ensure ecosystem investments align with company strategy, platform principles, and client trust requirements. Execution & Delivery Own the end to end strategy, roadmap, and delivery of ecosystem capabilities, including APIs, integrations, data ingress and egress, and platform interoperability. Define and sequence initiatives that balance foundational platform improvements with experimentation, innovation pilots, and strategic partnerships. Lead complex, cross team initiatives from discovery through launch and iteration, managing dependencies across Product, Engineering, Design, AI/ML, Architecture, and GTM. Drive improvements to developer and integration experiences, considering both human developers and AI driven consumers of platform capabilities. Metrics & Impact Own success measures for initiatives, including ARR, adoption, retention, or TAM expansion. Evaluate strategic bets with a clear view of commercial and user impact. Communicate initiative outcomes to leadership and key stakeholders. Cross Functional Leadership Influence executives and peers across Product, Engineering, and GTM on strategic priorities. Serve as a role model IC, mentoring PMs and Senior PMs on discovery, strategy, and stakeholder management. Elevate product craft and organizational capability through best practices and thought leadership. What we're looking for in you Core Competencies We Value Strategic Insight: Finds and validates new product market opportunities. High Autonomy: Leads complex initiatives without close supervision. Metrics & Impact: Connects work directly to commercial and user outcomes. Influence Across Teams: Shapes decisions across functions and product lines. Mentorship & Craft Leadership: Elevates the product org as a senior IC. Skills and Qualifications 7-10+ years of product management experience in SaaS or platform environments. Proven experience leading complex, cross product or ecosystem level initiatives. Strong understanding of APIs, integrations, and extensible platform design, including evolving AI enabled interaction models. Experience working with both technical and non technical users, translating needs across a broad capability spectrum. Comfort operating in ambiguity where technology, workflows, and customer expectations are rapidly changing. Familiarity with AI enabled solutions and their implications for platform design, developer experience, and product strategy. You bring deep familiarity with legal or professional services product lifecycles, strong ability to translate compliance/security needs into product features used by legal teams. Working for Opus 2 Opus 2 is a global leader in legal software and services, trusted partner of the world's leading legal teams. All our achievements are underpinned by our unique culture where our people are our most valuable asset. Working at Opus 2, you'll receive: Contributory pension plan. 26 days annual holidays, flexible working, and length of service entitlement. Health Insurance. Enhanced Maternity and Paternity. Employee Assistance Programme. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice. Cycle to Work Scheme. Calm and Mindfulness sessions. A day of leave to volunteer for charity or dependent cover. Accessible and modern office space and regular company social events.
A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Principal Firmware Engineer to take charge of designing and developing software and firmware for Continuous Gas Analyzer Products. This role necessitates a strong background in embedded systems, embedded software development, and collaboration within teams. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and an engineering degree in software, electronics, or computer science. The position also offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative work culture.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Principal Firmware Engineer to take charge of designing and developing software and firmware for Continuous Gas Analyzer Products. This role necessitates a strong background in embedded systems, embedded software development, and collaboration within teams. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and an engineering degree in software, electronics, or computer science. The position also offers opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative work culture.
Bristol An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team of skilled Systems Engineers within The Security Engineering Department who ensure our products are secure during their service life, protect MBDA's IP and safeguard our Customer's through-life military capability. Salary: Circa £ 60,000 depending on experience. Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification; where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. Security Clearance: British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Security Check (SC) clearance, which is managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. Applicants either holding or willing to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) clearance are ideal, but not mandatory. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The Security Engineering Department provides all project teams across the business with skilled resources, Technical Experts and other specialist capabilities to manage the Security Engineering process throughout the Product Life Cycle phases to ensure our products are robust to tampering and resistant to reverse engineering attempts by an Adversary. The Product Security Solution comprises both Technical Protection features embedded at all levels of the design and a robust set of processes and procedures, which form an essential part of our Customer's ability to maintain an Operational Advantage and Freedom of Action. Product Security Engineers are primarily Systems Engineers with a specialist focus on Security Design. Therefore, experience in working in the Security Engineering Domain, whilst beneficial is not essential. A successful candidate need only be a skilled Systems Engineer with an eye for detail and a willingness to learn. Some prior experience with electronics or software design is useful, but again not essential. Specifically, the role will involve: Task package management of activities utilising multi-disciplinary engineers spanning across the Engineering Directorate to design and deliver a comprehensive technical security solution within the budget and timescale set out for the task. Managing the trade-space to maximise the effectiveness of through life protective measures without compromising product safety or Customer winning capability. Preparing and maintaining a robust security case and working directly with the UK Customer and its technical advisors to agree sufficiency of solutions. Undertaking a wide range of systems design and technical leadership tasks, ensuring a coherent design is maintained across the contributing engineering departments (hardware, firmware, software) that can be integrated, tested and qualified to demonstrate the effectiveness of the security solution. Liaising with manufacturing and support teams to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the missile/weapon system is maintained through manufacture and in the various through life support scenarios that may be offered to a Customer. Ensuring the Need to Know principal is adhered to and sufficient controls are in place to manage the knowledge of the technical implementation, providing direction on the release of information to Suppliers and Customers, where required. Product Security Engineers are required to look at the design at multiple levels: from the Missile as a whole with its multitude of complex interfaces within a wider Weapon System, to the individual electronic components at a printed circuit card level. Such a breadth of influence over and interaction with the design affords the Product Security Engineer a rich and challenging working environment unparalleled elsewhere in the Systems Design Function. You will gain an intimate knowledge of the product functionality and interact with stakeholders across the business from the highly technical to the more commercial. A role in the Security Engineering Department is therefore dynamic and diverse in its activities and provides a real opportunity to be part of a technically complex and essential part of the product capability. What we're looking for from you: Able to listen to, evaluate and resolve technical issues in a manner that upholds MBDAs reputation with our Customer. Strong engineering skills where a background in Systems Engineering is essential and experience in electronics design and/or embedded software or firmware design is desirable. Knowledge of Product or Systems Security is desirable. DV cleared or willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Bristol An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team of skilled Systems Engineers within The Security Engineering Department who ensure our products are secure during their service life, protect MBDA's IP and safeguard our Customer's through-life military capability. Salary: Circa £ 60,000 depending on experience. Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on-site due to workload classification; where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. Security Clearance: British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Security Check (SC) clearance, which is managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. Applicants either holding or willing to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) clearance are ideal, but not mandatory. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: The Security Engineering Department provides all project teams across the business with skilled resources, Technical Experts and other specialist capabilities to manage the Security Engineering process throughout the Product Life Cycle phases to ensure our products are robust to tampering and resistant to reverse engineering attempts by an Adversary. The Product Security Solution comprises both Technical Protection features embedded at all levels of the design and a robust set of processes and procedures, which form an essential part of our Customer's ability to maintain an Operational Advantage and Freedom of Action. Product Security Engineers are primarily Systems Engineers with a specialist focus on Security Design. Therefore, experience in working in the Security Engineering Domain, whilst beneficial is not essential. A successful candidate need only be a skilled Systems Engineer with an eye for detail and a willingness to learn. Some prior experience with electronics or software design is useful, but again not essential. Specifically, the role will involve: Task package management of activities utilising multi-disciplinary engineers spanning across the Engineering Directorate to design and deliver a comprehensive technical security solution within the budget and timescale set out for the task. Managing the trade-space to maximise the effectiveness of through life protective measures without compromising product safety or Customer winning capability. Preparing and maintaining a robust security case and working directly with the UK Customer and its technical advisors to agree sufficiency of solutions. Undertaking a wide range of systems design and technical leadership tasks, ensuring a coherent design is maintained across the contributing engineering departments (hardware, firmware, software) that can be integrated, tested and qualified to demonstrate the effectiveness of the security solution. Liaising with manufacturing and support teams to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the missile/weapon system is maintained through manufacture and in the various through life support scenarios that may be offered to a Customer. Ensuring the Need to Know principal is adhered to and sufficient controls are in place to manage the knowledge of the technical implementation, providing direction on the release of information to Suppliers and Customers, where required. Product Security Engineers are required to look at the design at multiple levels: from the Missile as a whole with its multitude of complex interfaces within a wider Weapon System, to the individual electronic components at a printed circuit card level. Such a breadth of influence over and interaction with the design affords the Product Security Engineer a rich and challenging working environment unparalleled elsewhere in the Systems Design Function. You will gain an intimate knowledge of the product functionality and interact with stakeholders across the business from the highly technical to the more commercial. A role in the Security Engineering Department is therefore dynamic and diverse in its activities and provides a real opportunity to be part of a technically complex and essential part of the product capability. What we're looking for from you: Able to listen to, evaluate and resolve technical issues in a manner that upholds MBDAs reputation with our Customer. Strong engineering skills where a background in Systems Engineering is essential and experience in electronics design and/or embedded software or firmware design is desirable. Knowledge of Product or Systems Security is desirable. DV cleared or willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Job title: Embedded Software Engineer - Aerospace Location: Bristol Salary: 50,000- 60,000 Job type: Permanent iO are currently partnered with an established safety-critical business who have a magnitude of worldwide offices. Currently, they are on the lookout for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join on a permanent basis with the reporting office being based in Bristol. Focusing on safety-critical projects within all industries, you will lead the current team in continuing to develop real-time operating systems whilst simultaneously providing excellent service to our development clients. You will also be given the ability to see multiple full product life cycles, right from concept to completion. What we need from you: Proven experience developing software for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, OPENRTOS, SAFERTOS, or Linux. Strong programming skills in C and assembler Solid understanding of embedded systems design and integration. Familiarity with ARM, MIPS, and Power processor architectures. Experience working at the processor level (e.g., Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, Cortex-A7). Knowledge of safety-critical software development and related standards, eg IEC61508 Proven ability to lead a team of engineers Eligible for UK Security Clearance This role is perfect for an individual who thrives working in a diverse team and wishes to expand their knowledge and further the teams' ambitions. What we can give to you: Flexible hybrid hours (38 hour week) Annual salary review with an annual bonus (up to 5%) Pension Scheme - we will contribute 8% so you don't have to! Life assurance inclusive of 24/7 online GP appointments 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) High-spec office environment Clear vision for progression If you are looking to develop yourself (and help others) in a highly rewarding and expansive company, then this is the role for you.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Job title: Embedded Software Engineer - Aerospace Location: Bristol Salary: 50,000- 60,000 Job type: Permanent iO are currently partnered with an established safety-critical business who have a magnitude of worldwide offices. Currently, they are on the lookout for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join on a permanent basis with the reporting office being based in Bristol. Focusing on safety-critical projects within all industries, you will lead the current team in continuing to develop real-time operating systems whilst simultaneously providing excellent service to our development clients. You will also be given the ability to see multiple full product life cycles, right from concept to completion. What we need from you: Proven experience developing software for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, OPENRTOS, SAFERTOS, or Linux. Strong programming skills in C and assembler Solid understanding of embedded systems design and integration. Familiarity with ARM, MIPS, and Power processor architectures. Experience working at the processor level (e.g., Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, Cortex-A7). Knowledge of safety-critical software development and related standards, eg IEC61508 Proven ability to lead a team of engineers Eligible for UK Security Clearance This role is perfect for an individual who thrives working in a diverse team and wishes to expand their knowledge and further the teams' ambitions. What we can give to you: Flexible hybrid hours (38 hour week) Annual salary review with an annual bonus (up to 5%) Pension Scheme - we will contribute 8% so you don't have to! Life assurance inclusive of 24/7 online GP appointments 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) High-spec office environment Clear vision for progression If you are looking to develop yourself (and help others) in a highly rewarding and expansive company, then this is the role for you.
If you are a professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an appealing role for you! The main responsibility of the Principal Firmware Engineer role is to provide technical leadership in the design, development and maintenance of software and firmware components utilized in Continuous Gas Analyzer Products with a strong emphasis on embedded systems and hardware level integration. This includes firmware engineers who work on code for the board using C and C++ and collaborate closely with electronics engineers. This role requires both technical leadership and strong interpersonal skills to support front facing responsibilities. Work may involve sustaining legacy codebases as well as new product development, depending on roadmap priorities. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Develop software/firmware architecture and concept proposals; Develop, coding and unit test of software/firmware components; Analyzing cyber security risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, such as reviewing cybersecurity alerts for third party elements; Co ordinate estimation of development tasks to support project and software release planning and co ordinate technical support for field or manufacturing issues ; Technical review of other team members' output including design, code and test plan reviews; Provide coaching and mentoring of other software team members; Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Software Developers, and Testers within a Scrum framework and other functions within a distributed team; Work closely with electronics engineers to ensure perfect integration between firmware and hardware components; Bug capture, analysis and resolution; Maintain compliance with software quality requirements and process guidelines established by the Manager overseeing software operations; Provide recommendations to Global Software Manager of appropriate new tools, technologies, 3rd party components, industry standard processes, etc.; Occasional travel may be required, such as site visits, training, or customer support; Support leadership in Software team recruitment; Other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities, whenever reasonably instructed. The business reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments in line with business requirements. This job description is non contractual and is for information and mutual understanding of both parties; Support Cyber Security legislation and SIL related activities; Familiarity with safety standards and design authority transitions is beneficial. Who You Are: You are meticulous, patient, and strong at problem solving. You enjoy determining how things work, become comfortable with debugging tricky issues, and able to think about the whole system - not just the code. For This Role, You Will Need: Minimum 7 years of experience with embedded software development, preferably on Linux platform; Minimum engineering degree within software, electronics, or computer science, or demonstrated knowledge at the same level; Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: Strong technical knowledge of C and C++; Development experience with low level hardware interconnect protocols, i.e. CAN, SPI, UART, etc.; Validated strong skills in: Real time multi threaded embedded systems and microcontrollers; Industrial protocols: Modbus, Profinet, HART, and Fieldbus; Development experience working with ADC or DAC devices; Self directed and motivated in a team oriented environment; Strong communication and collaboration skills; Experience in bare metal firmware development; Experience in developing firmware within an RTOS environment; Familiarity with application development for embedded linux distributions; Practical experience in board bring up and debug using appropriate tools and techniques. Our Culture & Commitment to you: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive! Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
If you are a professional looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an appealing role for you! The main responsibility of the Principal Firmware Engineer role is to provide technical leadership in the design, development and maintenance of software and firmware components utilized in Continuous Gas Analyzer Products with a strong emphasis on embedded systems and hardware level integration. This includes firmware engineers who work on code for the board using C and C++ and collaborate closely with electronics engineers. This role requires both technical leadership and strong interpersonal skills to support front facing responsibilities. Work may involve sustaining legacy codebases as well as new product development, depending on roadmap priorities. In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: Develop software/firmware architecture and concept proposals; Develop, coding and unit test of software/firmware components; Analyzing cyber security risks and implementing strategies to mitigate them, such as reviewing cybersecurity alerts for third party elements; Co ordinate estimation of development tasks to support project and software release planning and co ordinate technical support for field or manufacturing issues ; Technical review of other team members' output including design, code and test plan reviews; Provide coaching and mentoring of other software team members; Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Software Developers, and Testers within a Scrum framework and other functions within a distributed team; Work closely with electronics engineers to ensure perfect integration between firmware and hardware components; Bug capture, analysis and resolution; Maintain compliance with software quality requirements and process guidelines established by the Manager overseeing software operations; Provide recommendations to Global Software Manager of appropriate new tools, technologies, 3rd party components, industry standard processes, etc.; Occasional travel may be required, such as site visits, training, or customer support; Support leadership in Software team recruitment; Other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities, whenever reasonably instructed. The business reserves the right to make reasonable adjustments in line with business requirements. This job description is non contractual and is for information and mutual understanding of both parties; Support Cyber Security legislation and SIL related activities; Familiarity with safety standards and design authority transitions is beneficial. Who You Are: You are meticulous, patient, and strong at problem solving. You enjoy determining how things work, become comfortable with debugging tricky issues, and able to think about the whole system - not just the code. For This Role, You Will Need: Minimum 7 years of experience with embedded software development, preferably on Linux platform; Minimum engineering degree within software, electronics, or computer science, or demonstrated knowledge at the same level; Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart: Strong technical knowledge of C and C++; Development experience with low level hardware interconnect protocols, i.e. CAN, SPI, UART, etc.; Validated strong skills in: Real time multi threaded embedded systems and microcontrollers; Industrial protocols: Modbus, Profinet, HART, and Fieldbus; Development experience working with ADC or DAC devices; Self directed and motivated in a team oriented environment; Strong communication and collaboration skills; Experience in bare metal firmware development; Experience in developing firmware within an RTOS environment; Familiarity with application development for embedded linux distributions; Practical experience in board bring up and debug using appropriate tools and techniques. Our Culture & Commitment to you: At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive! Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
Cathcart Associates Group Ltd
Altrincham, Cheshire
Lead Java Engineer (Hands-On) 80% Coding Technical Leadership Modern Platform Remote First (office visit once a month) - You must live within 1 hr 30 of South Manchester £70,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits My client is not able to provide Visa sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are building modern platforms within a complex and meaningful domain. They've embedded Agile and XP practices across engineering, and they're now hiring a hands on Principal Java Engineer to help lead delivery, raise standards, and support the growth of their teams. This is not an "architect who doesn't code" role. The expectation is that you'll be around 80% hands on, building software alongside the team. The Opportunity You'll work as part of a Scrum team delivering real product outcomes, while also contributing to the broader engineering direction. The hands off element of the role includes: helping lead Scrum ceremonies and delivery mentoring and coaching engineers collaborating with other Principals and the Development Manager contributing to architectural decisions and technical direction It's a role for someone who still loves coding, but also enjoys influencing how teams work and how systems evolve. Tech Stack & Practices Java, Spring Boot TDD, pairing, strong automated testing culture CI/CD, continuous delivery mindset AWS (with a mix of approaches including serverless) Docker, Kubernetes Terraform / DevOps tooling AWS and DevOps exposure is very beneficial at Principal level - but they're not looking for a pure DevOps engineer. The core of the role is still Java engineering. What They're Looking For Deep, hands on Java experience with strong engineering judgement Proven ability to influence standards and mentor engineers Comfortable balancing delivery with technical leadership Strong understanding of building maintainable, scalable systems Experience working in Agile teams with modern practices Bonus points for AWS, containerisation, IaC, etc. What's In It For You? Remote first working with minimal office travel Clear scope: still hands on, but with meaningful technical influence Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A collaborative, mature engineering culture Complex systems, long term platform work, and real impact Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if you're not actively looking, it's a great time to explore what they're building. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Lead Java Engineer (Hands-On) 80% Coding Technical Leadership Modern Platform Remote First (office visit once a month) - You must live within 1 hr 30 of South Manchester £70,000 - £85,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits My client is not able to provide Visa sponsorship We're working with a long-established tech company who are building modern platforms within a complex and meaningful domain. They've embedded Agile and XP practices across engineering, and they're now hiring a hands on Principal Java Engineer to help lead delivery, raise standards, and support the growth of their teams. This is not an "architect who doesn't code" role. The expectation is that you'll be around 80% hands on, building software alongside the team. The Opportunity You'll work as part of a Scrum team delivering real product outcomes, while also contributing to the broader engineering direction. The hands off element of the role includes: helping lead Scrum ceremonies and delivery mentoring and coaching engineers collaborating with other Principals and the Development Manager contributing to architectural decisions and technical direction It's a role for someone who still loves coding, but also enjoys influencing how teams work and how systems evolve. Tech Stack & Practices Java, Spring Boot TDD, pairing, strong automated testing culture CI/CD, continuous delivery mindset AWS (with a mix of approaches including serverless) Docker, Kubernetes Terraform / DevOps tooling AWS and DevOps exposure is very beneficial at Principal level - but they're not looking for a pure DevOps engineer. The core of the role is still Java engineering. What They're Looking For Deep, hands on Java experience with strong engineering judgement Proven ability to influence standards and mentor engineers Comfortable balancing delivery with technical leadership Strong understanding of building maintainable, scalable systems Experience working in Agile teams with modern practices Bonus points for AWS, containerisation, IaC, etc. What's In It For You? Remote first working with minimal office travel Clear scope: still hands on, but with meaningful technical influence Strong salary, bonus and excellent benefits A collaborative, mature engineering culture Complex systems, long term platform work, and real impact Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Even if you're not actively looking, it's a great time to explore what they're building. Cathcart Technology is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Redline Group Ltd
Flackwell Heath, Buckinghamshire
Are you looking for a fantastic Principal Software Engineer opportunity in High Wycombe? If so, my client is currently recruiting for a Principal Software Engineer to join their R&D site in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire My client design and manufacture a range of products and systems focusing on Instrumentation, but you do need a strong background in embedded software and architecture. Main requirements for the Principal Software Engineer job will be: - You will be responsible for the software architecture for their products / systems. - You will have a strong Agile / Scrum background - Must have excellent C / C++ and C# programming skills. - Physics orientated background Responsibilities for the Principal Embedded Software Engineer job will include: - The role will be responsible for design and architecture of software for new and existing products. - This is a senior role requiring a design-to-launch product ownership and a system-wide perspective. - You will have software development skills sufficient to help drive the technology roadmap, author high level specifications and contribute to software delivery. - You will take on some hands-on software design work. But your broad role will be to own the architecture / vision for the product / system and ensure that what is designed fits the initial brief. So, you will provide technical leadership to the software team / group. But won't have any line management responsibility. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world leader in their industry offering excellent career prospects and a great working environment. If you have any specific questions about this Principal Software Engineer in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire please call Ricky Wilcocks on (phone number removed). To apply email (url removed)
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for a fantastic Principal Software Engineer opportunity in High Wycombe? If so, my client is currently recruiting for a Principal Software Engineer to join their R&D site in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire My client design and manufacture a range of products and systems focusing on Instrumentation, but you do need a strong background in embedded software and architecture. Main requirements for the Principal Software Engineer job will be: - You will be responsible for the software architecture for their products / systems. - You will have a strong Agile / Scrum background - Must have excellent C / C++ and C# programming skills. - Physics orientated background Responsibilities for the Principal Embedded Software Engineer job will include: - The role will be responsible for design and architecture of software for new and existing products. - This is a senior role requiring a design-to-launch product ownership and a system-wide perspective. - You will have software development skills sufficient to help drive the technology roadmap, author high level specifications and contribute to software delivery. - You will take on some hands-on software design work. But your broad role will be to own the architecture / vision for the product / system and ensure that what is designed fits the initial brief. So, you will provide technical leadership to the software team / group. But won't have any line management responsibility. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world leader in their industry offering excellent career prospects and a great working environment. If you have any specific questions about this Principal Software Engineer in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire please call Ricky Wilcocks on (phone number removed). To apply email (url removed)
