×
Register Here to Apply for Jobs or Post Jobs. X

Senior Software Engineer; Autonomous Systems

Job in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S5, England, UK
Listing for: Holt Executive Ltd
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Software Engineer (Autonomous Systems)

Join a cutting-edge engineering team developing autonomous systems for the next generation of marine and defence technology. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Engineer to take a leading role in designing, developing, and delivering advanced software solutions that operate in challenging real-world environments.

What you’ll be doing
  • Designing and developing software for advanced autonomous systems
  • Supporting integration and delivery activities across complex engineering projects
  • Collaborating with hardware, systems and domain experts throughout the development lifecycle
  • Engaging directly with end users to refine functionality and performance
  • Taking a lead role in development discussions and cross-team collaboration
What you’ll bring
  • Proven experience in software design and delivery
  • A degree (or equivalent experience) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
  • Knowledge of autonomous system architectures and the marine or defence domain
  • Strong understanding of software engineering processes, tools, and life cycles
  • Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering environments
Technical skills Essential:
  • Java development
  • Java build systems (e.g. Maven)
  • Experience with the Atlassian toolset (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality principles
Desirable:
  • HMI / UI development (e.g. JavaFX)
  • GIS development
  • Communication and control system interfaces
  • Git version control
  • UML design
Why apply?
  • Hybrid and flexible working options (full-time, part-time or condensed hours)
  • Excellent professional development and progression opportunities
  • Collaborative and innovative engineering culture

    Competitive salary, pension and benefits

Security Clearance:
Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).

#J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
Note that applications are not being accepted from your jurisdiction for this job currently via this jobsite. Candidate preferences are the decision of the Employer or Recruiting Agent, and are controlled by them alone.
To Search, View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap here to make a Search:
 
 
 
Search for further Jobs Here:
(Try combinations for better Results! Or enter less keywords for broader Results)
Location
Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)

Job Posting Language
Employment Category
Education (minimum level)
Filters
Education Level
Experience Level (years)
Posted in last:
Salary