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# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** 17918
- **Location:** Otterburn, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Vision, Unit Testing, C++ (Programming Language), Controller Development System (CoDeSys), Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, OpenCV, Software Architecture, Sensor Fusion, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Digital Twin, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-software-engineer/50786140

## About the Role

systems Establish unit testing, verification, and validation processes, building the evidence base needed to meet defence safety-critical standards Integrate architecture across control systems, computer vision, sensor fusion, simulation, and digital twin platforms Support system integration, commissioning, and real-world field trials alongside global military end users What You'll Bring Essential: A strong track record in software architecture for safety-critical or compliance-driven systems Hands-on experience with C/C++ and Python in Linux real-time environments Confidence reading electrical schematics and working across the hardware/software boundary Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for safety-critical software A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (2:1 minimum) Nice to Have: Familiarity with ROS/ROS2 Experience with machine learning, OpenCV, or CODESYS/PLC environments A background in automotive safety systems, defence, robotics, or autonomous
vehicle development What's In It for You £70,000 basic salary 8% matched pension Free breakfast and lunch daily on-site 35-hour week: Tuesday-Thursday on-site, Monday/Friday from home, with an early finish on Fridays Up to £5,000 relocation allowance for the right candidate Apply today with an up-to-date CV. WKCL1_UKTJ

## Description

Senior Software Engineer Newcastle upon Tyne - Hybrid Up to £70,000 basic + benefits Relocation package available The Role We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our clients R&D function, reporting directly to the Head of R&D. In this role you'll design and govern the software architecture and CI/CD processes that their engineering team builds within. You'll take ownership of the architectural framework spanning robotics payloads, vehicle automation, computer vision, sensor integration, digital twins, and simulation - ensuring everything they build is scalable, maintainable, and defensible against safety-critical standards. You'll know how to let early-stage prototypes move fast on the right evidential path, without forcing full compliance before it's needed - while making sure the architecture is built to scale to full qualification when the time comes. What You'll Do Define and implement end-to-end software architecture and CI/CD pipelines for remote and autonomous