Software developer Work, Jobs in Southampton (with Salaries)

Software Engineer - Autonomy
Kraken Works Limited —Fareham
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Software development
- In-person
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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5h
DevOps Engineer
QinetiQ —Portsmouth
- £56,360 - £62,500 a year
- Full-time
- Computer Science
- Employee discount
12d
Lead Software Engineer - Cloud/Java-Python/AI-ML
JPMorganChase —Bournemouth
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- AWS
- Machine learning
Cyber Software Engineer
Roke —Romsey
- Full-time
- Research
- Software development
- Agile
Senior Product Designer
Kaleido —Southampton
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Senior Backend Developer (PHP)
Total Security Limited —Fareham
- Up to £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Gym membership
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Aerospace Engineer (Software Focused)
LiveLink —Havant
- £45,000 - £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
- Engineering
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Software Engineer II - Databricks
JPMorganChase —Bournemouth
- Full-time
- Software development
- AI
5d
Developer Advocate, Product Management
MediaKind —Southampton
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Marketing
- Engineering
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10d
Staff Software Engineer (Team Lead) - Engine by Starling
Starling —Southampton
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- DevOps
- Java
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Software Engineer II - Low-Latency Java and Kafka
JPMorganChase —Bournemouth
- Full-time
- Software troubleshooting
- No experience needed
- Databases
6d
Software Engineer II - Java, AWS
JPMorganChase —Bournemouth
- Full-time
- Software troubleshooting
- Software development
- Agile
Software Engineer III
JPMorganChase —Bournemouth
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- No degree
- AI
21h
Senior Backend Engineer (Java)
Benifex —Southampton
- £75,000 - £90,000 a year
- Remote
- Mentoring
- Agile
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
Senior IT Integration Developer
Hampshire County Council —Winchester
- £48,948 - £54,423 a year
- Hybrid work
Software Engineer- Perm
Indra Group UK & Ireland —Whiteley
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Spanish
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
- Work from home
- Employee assistance programme
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Senior DevOps Engineer
AVASK —Southampton
- £70,000 - £90,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- DevOps
- Annual leave
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Senior Software Systems Engineer
Draken —Bournemouth
- Engineering
- System design
- Master's degree
Software Integration Engineer
L3Harris Technologies —Portchester
- Hybrid work
- Computer Science
- Software troubleshooting
- Engineering
- Gym membership
Software Engineer - Marine Training Systems
Expleo —Portsmouth
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Maintenance
14d

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Software Engineer - Autonomy

Kraken Works Limited
Fareham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
5 hours ago

Benefits

Free parking
Casual dress
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Flexitime
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Private medical insurance
Life insurance
Referral programme
Car scheme
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Unreal Engine
Analysis skills
Distributed systems
Deep learning
Software development
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Middleware
AI
Communication skills

Full job description

Kraken Technology Group is looking for a talented Software Engineer - Autonomy to help develop the next generation of autonomous capabilities that power our cutting-edge unmanned marine vehicles.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of marine autonomy, developing advanced software for mission planning, vessel guidance, obstacle avoidance, autonomous behaviours, and AI-driven technologies. You'll join a highly skilled engineering team, contributing across research, prototyping, testing, and production deployment environments.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Software Engineer - Autonomy, you will:

Develop and implement high-level autonomous behaviours for unmanned vehicles.
Design and optimise algorithms for path planning, obstacle avoidance, and mission autonomy.
Work extensively with C++, Python, ROS2, DDS, and Linux-based systems.
Collaborate with perception, navigation, hardware, and software engineering teams.
Develop, test, and maintain high-quality software for autonomous platforms.
Conduct validation activities in both simulated and real-world environments.
Take ownership of work packages, managing delivery and reporting progress.
Support the transition of innovative R&D concepts into robust operational solutions.
Develop tools and utilities that support wider integration and development activities.

What We're Looking For

Essential

Strong commercial experience with C++ and Python development.
Understanding of autonomous systems, including motion planning, state estimation, and behaviour-based control.
Experience working in Linux environments.
Knowledge of real-time systems, distributed computing, and communication middleware.
Experience delivering software in both R&D and production environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable

Experience with ROS or ROS2 and DDS-based systems.
Knowledge of sensor fusion technologies including LIDAR, RADAR, cameras, and IMUs.
Experience with deep learning and AI-based perception systems.
Familiarity with simulation environments such as Gazebo, CARLA, or Unreal Engine.
Experience with embedded or real-time systems.
Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud robotics platforms.
Experience with PX4 and MAVLink flight control systems.
Previous experience in maritime, aerospace, defence, or autonomous vehicle sectors.

Why Join Kraken?

Work on genuinely innovative autonomous marine technology.
Contribute to the development of advanced AI and autonomy solutions.
Collaborate with a passionate team of engineers and technical specialists.
Enjoy exposure to the full software lifecycle from concept through deployment.
Be part of a growing organisation shaping the future of autonomous maritime operations.

What we provide

25 days holiday per year, plus paid bank holiday
After two years’ consecutive service, one additional day’s annual leave up to a maximum of five additional days annual leave
Holiday buy/sell, up to five days per calendar year
Flexi working, core hours 10:00 to 15:00, subject to departmental requirements
Private Medical Insurance with optional family cover
Pension scheme with a 5% employer contribution, there is no cap on the employee contribution level
Life assurance 3x salary
Group Income Protection 3x salary, subject to eligibility
Health Care Cash Plan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Electric Car Scheme
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing mental health and wellbeing support
Professional membership reimbursement

Important to know

Due to the nature of our work many of our roles require a UK nationality and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment must meet the requirement of right to work in the UK and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and will be subject to Government security checks.

Kraken Works Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and offers equal opportunities to all. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about robotics, autonomy, AI, and developing software that solves real-world challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us build the future of autonomous marine technology.

Benefits:

Casual dress
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Flexitime
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Referral programme
Sick pay

Application question(s):

Have you been a resident of the UK for the past 5 years?
What is your notice period?
What are your salary expectations?
Do you have experience working with autonomous systems, robotics, or unmanned vehicles?
Have you worked with ROS, ROS2, DDS, or similar robotics frameworks?

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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