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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Engineer - Analysis Software Development - **Company:** Rolls-Royce - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £50,650.0 - £66,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics Applications, Data Analysis, Computing Platforms, Audit Trail, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Data Governance, Database Applications, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Digital Twin, Information Technology - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=48d9ca9f9d72700c ## About the Role We know there's no such thing as the 'perfect' candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria below, we'd love to hear from you: Software Engineering * Strong experience developing software solutions for engineering or scientific applications * Experience with Python and similar development technologies * Experience designing secure, scalable software applications and workflows * Experience implementing DevOps, CI/CD and software testing frameworks * Knowledge of software architecture and modern engineering development practices * Experience developing AI-enabled tools, automation solutions or data-driven applications Engineering Analysis & Numerical Methods * Understanding of engineering analysis workflows and the challenges faced by engineering users * Understanding of verification, validation and uncertainty quantification principles * Knowledge of numerical methods used within engineering analysis * Appreciation of quality management approaches for engineering software and analytical tools * Experience within high-integrity or highly regulated industries would be advantageous Product & Digital Development * Experience contributing to product roadmaps, prioritisation and agile delivery approaches * Ability to translate user requirements into effective software solutions * Experience balancing technical excellence with business value and user adoption * Understanding of cloud, AI and enterprise digital technologies Technical Governance & Quality * Experience reviewing and assuring technical outputs produced by others * Understanding of software governance, configuration management and quality assurance * Ability to establish and maintain robust software development standards * Commitment to secure-by-design and compliance-first engineering principles Stakeholder Engagement * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills * Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering and digital teams * Experience working with architects, engineers, software specialists and external partners * Ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, * Degree qualified in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, AI, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related STEM discipline * Equivalent professional experience will also be considered * Relevant certifications in Azure, Cloud Architecture, DevOps, Security or Agile methodologies are advantageous, Obtaining Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance * Satisfactory completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check * Satisfactory completion of a basic financial probity check ## Description As a Senior Engineer - Analysis Software Development, you will lead the creation of software solutions that automate, streamline and enhance engineering analysis activities across Rolls-Royce SMR. Operating at senior practitioner level, you will design, build and scale enterprise-grade digital products, automation workflows and AI-enabled solutions that support engineering analysis throughout the organisation. You will combine hands-on technical delivery with product-focused thinking, ensuring solutions are secure, maintainable, compliant and aligned to the wider Digital, Data & AI strategy. You will also provide technical review and oversight of software developed elsewhere across the engineering organisation, supporting software quality, governance and continuous improvement while helping identify opportunities where software and AI can deliver significant engineering value., * Design, build and maintain secure, scalable digital applications and software solutions for engineering analysis * Develop automation workflows and software tools that improve engineering efficiency and quality * Develop and integrate AI-enabled capabilities, including numerical AI solutions and agentic AI workflows * Support the development of multidisciplinary analysis solutions and digital engineering capability * Implement DevOps, CI/CD, testing and software quality best practices * Ensure solutions meet security, export control, data governance, auditability and compliance requirements * Support the definition of product vision, outcomes and value propositions for Engineering Analysis * Contribute to roadmap planning, sprint activities, prioritisation and MVP development * Work closely with Analysis Engineers, Data Scientists, AI specialists, Digital Twin teams and software platform teams * Align software solutions with Digital Thread, Digital Twin and enterprise architecture principles * Provide technical oversight, governance and peer review of software developments * Support stakeholder engagement, demonstrations and adoption activities across the business * Coach and mentor colleagues involved in software development activities ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Resilient by Design: Building Robust Architectures in High-Stakes Financial Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2106-resilient-by-design-building-robust-architectures-in-high-stakes-financial-systems) - [AI in Regulated Industry - Validating AI-Enabled Products with PLM and Digital Twins](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2065-ai-in-regulated-industry-validating-ai-enabled-products-with-plm-and-digital-twins) - [Great DevEx and Regulatory Compliance - Possible?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1426-great-devex-and-regulatory-compliance-possible) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Valven Atlas: Engineering Intelligence That Delivers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1660-valven-atlas-engineering-intelligence-that-delivers) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering)