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Senior Software Engineer

Job in Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listing for: QinetiQ Security & Defence Contractors
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-06
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Senior Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Package: Competitive Salary Benefits

Role

Are you ready to be part of the future At Qineti

Q were not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Software Engineer at our Bristol site where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer your primary responsibility will be to design and oversee the integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and in-house developed software.

Day-to-day youll play a critical role in implementing architectural patterns to ensure seamless integration scalability maintainability and overall system performance with your expertise driving the success of our software integration efforts and contribute to the overall success of the programme.

Your responsibilities will include :
  • Architect and design the integration strategy and solutions for COTS and in-house developed software applications
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including developers engineers and stakeholders to understand software requirements and define integration needs
  • Conduct thorough analysis of existing software systems and identify integration points dependencies and potential challenges as well as conduct performance analysis and optimization of integrated systems to ensure optimal efficiency and response times
  • Develop architectural patterns and best practices for integrating COTS and in-house developed software ensuring scalability flexibility and maintainability
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams during the implementation of integration solutions and collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to ensure successful integration of COTS software into the existing software ecosystem
  • Evaluate and select appropriate integration technologies frameworks and tools based on project requirements and industry best practices and ensure compliance with architectural standards guidelines and quality assurance processes in coordination with the Design Office
Essential experience of the Senior Software Engineer :
  • Proven experience as a Software Developer with a focus on software integration including Python C# Power Shell and Continuous Integration / Continuous Deployment (CI / CD) pipelines
  • Experience with team and technical leadership and strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
  • Knowledge of architectural patterns and best practices for software integration such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) Microservices Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) Application Programming Interface (API) design etc
  • Strong expertise in designing and implementing integration solutions for COTS and in-house developed software ensuring seamless data exchange and system interoperability
  • Familiarity with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes and solid understanding of Enterprise IT patterns orchestration and lifecycle management
  • Working with VMware products Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) Infrastructure as a service (IaaS) e.g. Ansible Terraform and virtualised systems
Essential qualifications for the Senior Software Engineer :
  • Degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field or equivalent industry experience

We value difference and we dont have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 per week based rid working patterns are available.

The Qineti

Q facility in Bristol is part of the companys broader operation focused on defence and technology innovation. The site houses a diverse team of engineers scientists and technical professionals who bring expertise to various projects ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world theres never been a more exciting time to join Qineti

Q. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a Qineti

Q employee youll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork and pulling together youll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic feel valued and realise your full potential.

Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Benefits

Benefits
  • Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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