Job Title:
Senior Software Engineer
Location:
Bristol, England, United Kingdom
Role Type:
Permanent – Full Time
Package: £60,750 - £67,500 (salary dependent on experience) + Benefits
Role ID: SF19117
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Software Engineer at our Bristol site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and delivering high‑quality software solutions for cutting edge projects.
Day-to-day, you’ll play a critical role in developing next generation software solutions, working closely with project managers, chief engineers, cross-functional engineering teams and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Your responsibilities will include:
Design, implement, and maintain high‑quality, reliable, and secure software solutions
Write clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code complying to defined software coding standards
Lead the development of complex features or components across the full software development lifecycle and contribute to architectural design, system planning, and long-term technical strategy
Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to support continuous improvement
Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers, providing technical leadership and guidance while fostering a positive, learning culture
Promote engineering best practices, coding standards, and continuous learning across the team
Essential experience of the Senior Software Engineer:
Proven experience as a Software Engineer with significant experience in a senior or technical‑lead role
Experience of architecting and designing software solutions for both small-scale and large-scale systems
Strong proficiency in one or more object-oriented programming languages (C#, C++ or Java).
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and software development methodologies, such as Agile or DevOps
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and a track record of delivering high‑quality software
Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders with the ability to influence technical direction
Essential qualifications for the Senior Software Engineer:
Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field or equivalent industry experience
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 per week based at our Bristol site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.
The QinetiQ facility in Bristol is part of the company’s broader operation focused on defence and technology innovation. The site houses a diverse team of engineers, scientists and technical professionals who bring expertise to various projects ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
Our Recruitment Process:
We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your Recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.
Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
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