About this role
Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year
Requirements
- Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Commercial software development experience in defence, aerospace, maritime, industrial, automotive, gaming, simulation, or other technically complex environments
- Experience developing applications, simulations, or visualisation environments using Unity
- Ability to develop prototypes quickly while applying sound engineering principles
- Excellent communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams
- Applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard as a minimum. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency, depending on the vetting level
- Security and export control restrictions may affect eligibility based on factors including nationality, previously held nationalities, and place of birth
Responsibilities
- Research and evaluate emerging technologies and their potential applications to future products
- Design and develop software prototypes, demonstrators, and proof-of-concept solutions
- Create simulation and visualisation environments using Unity, C#, Python, and C++
- Investigate and apply Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and intelligent agent technologies
- Integrate software with hardware, sensors, and external systems
- Support technology studies, customer demonstrations, and future product concepts
- Present ideas, technical findings, and demonstrations to stakeholders
Technologies
- AI
- C#
- Hardware
- Support
- Python
- Security
- Unity
- GameDev
- Network
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We are BAE Systems, working on advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions. We are seeking a Senior Technologist (Software), described in the role information as a Technology Specialist, to join our Innovation & Growth team in Rochester and help shape future avionics and maritime systems. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are available, with office presence required to support collaboration and business delivery.
The salary is circa £60,000, depending on experience. Our Innovation & Growth team researches and assesses emerging technologies for our Electronic Systems UK business, focusing on Trusted Artificial Intelligence, Human/Machine Interfaces, and Next Generation High Integrity Electronics. We collaborate with product lines, industry, academia, and research organisations; attend industry events; and support strategic road mapping, innovation activities, and intellectual property management.
We offer meaningful work, lifelong learning, career development, tailored rewards, financial and personal wellbeing support, and a balanced lifestyle. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where people feel valued and supported. The closing date is 18 November 2026, although we may close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications.
last updated 45 week of 2026