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Salary: £80,000 - 80,000 per year
Requirements: Extensive background in the development of complex software systemsStrong awareness of software development technologiesSignificant experience in the specification and development of Sensor/Effector systems, including C2/GUI aspectsExperience considering Human Factors is highly beneficialSignificant experience and knowledge of interfacing software systems to achieve integrated capability and data sharingAbility to work alongside Solution Architects and provide expertise that helps shape overall system architecturesExperience developing white papers to shape and steer thinking within the stakeholder communityExperience working within the defence industry is essentialExperience using tools such as Visual Studio (C#/C++), DOORS, Cameo, Rhapsody and The Mathworks is desirableMust be eligible for full security clearance Responsibilities: Refine existing implementations of our C-UAS software systemsSupport and define the strategic direction and architectures to fulfil future challenges in the solution spaceCarry out SI Enterprise Architecture designIdentify software solutions and architecturesProvide technical leadership in bids and external studiesScope and participate in PVSupport Capability Management for product portfoliosWork alongside Solution Architects to help shape overall system architecturesDevelop white papers to shape and steer thinking within the stakeholder community Technologies: ArchitectC#SupportNetworkSecurityVisual Studio More:
We are partnering directly with hackajob to hire a C-UAS Software Architect for our Mission Systems C-UAS team. Our world-leading C-UAS systems help address an increasing global threat, and our teams work alongside international government agencies to help ensure national security. This is a permanent hybrid role based primarily in Basildon, with flexibility to work from home when on-site work is not required. We offer flexible working, flexible benefits, above-average employer pension contributions, an annual bonus, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and 12 flexi days, and network groups supporting carers, disability inclusion, gender balance, LGBTQ equality, and ethnic diversity. Our Sensors and Protection teams are also based in Basildon and Southampton, developing software solutions using a wide range of tools and methods.
last updated 35 week of 2026