Software Engineer United Kingdom

Job Overview

Software Engineer – ROCHESTER – United Kingdom Apply for this full‑time, on‑site position with Performance Software in Rochester, ENG, GB. The role provides significant opportunities for career growth within a team that designs and develops safety‑critical software for avionics and submarine systems.

• Design, develop, and maintain software solutions for state‑of‑the‑art safety‑critical systems in avionics and submarines.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture design, coding, integration, validation, and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including hardware engineers and systems architects, to ensure seamless integration of embedded software.
• Apply safety standards such as DO‑178 and RTOS best practices to support certification and reliability.
• Work with embedded operating systems (e.g., VXWorks, Ada, RTOS) and device drivers or avionics display technologies.

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as C or C++.
• Experience with UML and embedded software development.
• Knowledge of safety‑critical systems, RTOS, device drivers, and avionics standards is highly desirable.
• Experience in safety‑critical programs or related compliance (e.g., DO‑178) is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to collaborate in a team environment.

• Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £70,000 (DOE).
• Location options in either Cardiff or Cheltenham, offering flexibility within the United Kingdom.
• Work‑life balance and a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Performance Software and Auvation are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please discuss this with your recruiter if you are selected for an interview.