Software Engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer (UAV/UAS) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) or UK Remote (Willing to travel to Bristol monthly) Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 Are you an experienced Software Engineer with UAV/UAS expertise, looking for a role that allows you to take ownership of the software for a brand-new product? We’re hiring for a global leader in autonomous systems and hybrid intelligence solutions for the security and defence space. Over the last 20 years, they have become a multinational organisation protecting millions of lives, critical infrastructure, and military and civil assets across the globe. As part of their autonomous systems team, you’ll play a key role in designing and developing software for next generation unmanned aerial systems (UAS), helping to solve complex security challenges in safety, defence, and beyond. What You'll Do: * Understand software requirements and turn them into functional designs. * Develop system autonomy software using C++ or other programming languages. * Test and review code across different projects to ensure quality. * Find and fix issues in both new and existing code. * Improve software development processes for autonomous systems. * Work in a fast-paced, agile environment, rapidly developing and testing new UAV technologies with a ‘fly, fail, learn’ approach. * Collaborate with AI/ML experts to build autonomous navigation, image processing, sensor fusion, and real-time decision-making features. What You’ll Bring: * Experience with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket (or similar). * Proficient in C++ and Python. * Experience with autopilot firmware (PX4 preferred, or ability to learn quickly if familiar with Ardupilot). * Knowledge of ROS2. * Experience developing Ground Control Software, with familiarity in open-source GCS (QGroundControl). * Experience with simulation tools like Gazebo. * Understanding of computer vision and machine learning (Desirable). * Background in designing, developing, integrating, and testing autonomous systems (Desirable). * Experience developing custom UAV systems beyond standard quadcopters. (Desirable). * Ability to solve complex problems and collaborate with both junior and senior developers. * Organised and delivery-focused, able to work efficiently under tight deadlines to meet project milestones. Benefits On Offer: * Health and Wellbeing: Private healthcare for you and your family, sick pay, and life insurance. * Financial Security: 6% pension contributions and travel costs covered. * Work-Life Balance: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, with remote working options available. If you’re looking for an opportunity to work on a brand-new product where your software will directly enhance security, defence, and autonomous capabilities, I would love to hear from you! Apply today or reach out directly for more information! Job Title: Software Engineer (UAV/UAS) Location: Bristol (Hybrid) or UK Remote (Willing to travel to Bristol monthly) Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 Keywords: Software Engineer, UAV Software Engineer, UAS Software Engineer, Autonomous Systems Engineer, C++, Python, ROS2, PX4, Ardupilot, Ground Control Software, GCS, QGroundControl, Gazebo Simulation, UAV Flight Software, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, UAV, Unmanned Aerial Systems, UAS