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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Ocean Infinity
- **Location:** Southampton, UK
- **Salary:** £65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Lifecycle Management, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Distributed Systems, Firmware, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Computer Networking Systems, Virtual Environment
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=86e4a123073884ad

## About the Role

* Experienced in systems engineering, with a strong understanding of complex, distributed systems.
 * Comfortable taking ownership of critical systems and driving continuous improvement.
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a methodical and detail-oriented approach.
 * Familiar with virtual environments (VMs), networked systems, and hardware/software integration.
 * Able to plan, document, and execute structured maintenance and testing procedures.
 * Effective communicator, able to work both independently and collaboratively across teams.
 * Adaptable and capable of managing multiple priorities across operational support and project work.

Desirable:

 * Experience with maritime systems or vessel-based technologies.
 * Familiarity with Clear-Com and Mimer or similar communication systems.
 * Experience with video systems, streaming, or video distribution technologies.
 * Knowledge of firmware/software lifecycle management and OEM coordination.
 * Experience developing standardised test frameworks or validation processes.

## Description

Ocean Infinity is seeking a Systems Engineer to join the Integrated Systems Team. You will take ownership of a critical communication system and provide support to other systems, such as the global video platform. You will play a key role in maintaining, enhancing, and deploying systems across both existing and new vessels, as well as troubleshooting issues as they occur. You'll combine systems thinking with hands-on engineering, collaborating closely with IT and operations teams to turn ideas into field-proven capability., * Act as the system owner for critical communications between vessel and shore location, ensuring its reliability, performance, and continuous improvement.

 * Lead the expansion and deployment of the critical communication system across current fleets and new vessels.
 * Develop and manage structured maintenance schedules, including:
 * Maintenance of VMs, communications hardware, and associated infrastructure.
 * Planned software and firmware upgrades across all system components.
 * Monitor OEM releases and proactively manage software/firmware updates.
 * Conduct structured testing of updates within an R&D environment prior to live deployment.
 * Define and implement a standardised, repeatable test methodology for all upgrades.
 * Provide expert support to vessel communication platforms when required.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver project milestones on time and to specification.
 * Contribute to other projects within the Integrated Systems Team to ensure no single point of failures exist.
 * Assist with troubleshooting, system improvements, and integration of new technologies.


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