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# Senior Software Technologist

- **Company:** BAE Systems
- **Location:** London, United Kingdom
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £40,000 - £70,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unity 3d, Artificial Intelligence, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Commercial Software, Software Engineering, Large Language Models, Software Application Programming, Generative AI, Information Technology
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5957057584

## About the Role

* Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or equivalent experience
 * Commercial software development experience in defence, aerospace, maritime, industrial, automotive, gaming, simulation, or other technically complex environments
 * Experience developing applications, simulations, or visualisation environments using Unity
 * Ability to develop prototypes quickly while applying sound engineering principles
 * Excellent communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams
 * Applicants must achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard as a minimum. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting, typically requiring 5 to 10 years of continuous UK residency, depending on the vetting level
 * Security and export control restrictions may affect eligibility based on factors including nationality, previously held nationalities, and place of birth

## Description

* Research and evaluate emerging technologies and their potential applications to future products
 * Design and develop software prototypes, demonstrators, and proof-of-concept solutions
 * Create simulation and visualisation environments using Unity, C#, Python, and C++
 * Investigate and apply Generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and intelligent agent technologies
 * Integrate software with hardware, sensors, and external systems
 * Support technology studies, customer demonstrations, and future product concepts
 * Present ideas, technical findings, and demonstrations to stakeholders

Technologies:

 * AI
 * C#
 * Hardware
 * Support
 * Python
 * Security
 * Unity
 * GameDev
 * Network