About this role
Salary: £38,000 - 78,000 per year
Requirements: Degree Qualified (BSc or equivalent) in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experienceExperience with C++, C#, Java, and web development (HTML, CSS, JS, etc.)Exposure to other embedded development (Linux, bash/shell scripting, terminal command-line scripts, Qt/QML)Strong experience architecting cradle-to-grave software solutions including Technology Readiness Level (TRL) processProven track record with creating and maintaining servers, primarily those with versioning control, Bugzilla, project management capabilities and automated testing capabilitiesStrong experience of software development lifecycle processes, ensuring quality of process and firm traceability from requirements to implementationExperience of creating and managing cloud-based big data solutions desirableProven track record of working collaboratively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholdersMust be in a position to obtain UK security clearance to SC level, with further security clearance to DV level desirableAdherence to STS Defence core values required Responsibilities: Develop and maintain software throughout the Software Development Lifecycle from requirements elicitation to in-service deliveryProvide technical leadership on software projects for key stakeholders and on software development activities undertaken by the companyManage code and quality reviews to ensure relevant quality standards are met across the software teamCoordinate day-to-day software development in a small teamDesign and implement software changes through the change control process as part of spiral developmentLead the planning, delivery, and assurance of software work packagesEnsure software engineering processes and best practices are followedProvide oversight, direction, and guidance to allocated project team membersOffer software engineering technical input into bid preparations and contractsSupport project software requirements including customer and stakeholder meetings as necessaryExplore opportunities for further business development Technologies: Big DataBashC#CloudCSSEmbeddedSupportJavaLinuxQtSecurityWebC++ More:
We are STS Defence, a dedicated team focused on developing leading-edge software solutions. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a vital role in shaping our projects while benefiting from a collaborative environment that encourages continuous improvement and innovation. Our location offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art technologies, and we value your commitment to our core principles while we strive to enhance our software development capabilities.
last updated 39 week of 2026