Arctic Research and Development

Arctic Research and Development in Cirencester is seeking a Frontend Software Engineer to architect user interfaces for their Arctic OS. The role involves collaborating with backend and hardware engineers to create intuitive experiences that seamlessly interact with data-rich environments. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in front-end development, fluency in JS/TS and frameworks like React. The position requires travel to Arctic locations for field testing, emphasizing real-world application of designs.

The role As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you'll work across the stack as we build our Arctic OS that integrates hardware feeds, varied data sources, and machine learning algorithms. You'll iterate quickly, shipping production code that powers systems operating where connectivity is sparse and failure isn't an option. This is a role for a solid generalist - someone who sees themselves as an enthusiastic dabbler, a jack of all trades, or a tinkerer at heart - content to learn new skills and move across projects as requirements evolve. This role is full-time in-person atour HQ in the Cotswolds, just outside of Cirencester. Core responsibilities Build and maintain data ingestion pipelines and processing systems Manage and develop cloud infrastructure Architect and optimise database systems Implement telemetry, logging, and monitoring solutions Design and implement REST APIs and web microservices What we value 5+ years building production backend systems Proven experience with cloud platforms (we use AWS) Intellectual curiosity and the confidence to pick up new skills quickly Pride in reliability and operational quality, not just shipping features Comfort with ambiguity - we're a young company and things change frequently Security engineering experience GIS or geospatial data handling Machine learning or data science background Time-series data and databases (e.g. InfluxDB, TimescaleDB) Data workflow orchestration (e.g. Airflow, Dagster) Ruby on Rails or Python Kubernetes and Helm Charts Infrastructure as Code (Pulumi, Terraform) What we offer Competitive compensation Equity - meaningful options as an early employee at an early-stage company Real field exposure - travel to Arctic sites and Outposts when needed (genuinely, not as a gimmick) Mission-driven culture - focus on impact, not hours logged Small team, real ownership - what you build matters and ships A note on who we want to hear from We're building for one of the most demanding environments on Earth and we believe diverse teams build more resilient systems. We actively welcome applications from people who are underrepresented in engineering - whether that's by gender, ethnicity, disability, or background. If you're not sure you meet every requirement, apply anyway and tell us what excites you about the problem.

Arctic Research and Development is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to help build the Arctic OS, integrating hardware and machine learning. This full-time role, located just outside Cirencester, focuses on developing data ingestion systems, cloud infrastructure, and REST APIs. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in backend systems, extensive knowledge of AWS, and a curious mindset ready to tackle challenges in a dynamic environment. We value diverse teams and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

The role As a Frontend Software Engineer at Arctic Research and Development, you'll architect and develop the user interfaces of our Arctic OS - ensuring that user experiences with our high fidelity imagery and data intensive workflows are both powerful and intuitive. From mission dashboards to field asset comms, your designs and interfaces will allow a seamless control between human operators and Arctic deployed hardware. Working alongside our backend, GIS, and hardware engineers, you'll regularly take direction from our CTO and internal deployment strategists, to move fast and ship often. This is more than building UIs - it's a full spectrum command and control interface that needs to be robust, seamless, and field ready. This role is full time in person atour HQ in the Cotswolds, just outside of Cirencester. Core responsibilities Architect and iterate our real time and map based OS interfaces - building immersive dashboards and mission tools that interact with high fidelity/temporal imagery, large datasets, and hardware sensor data. Balance responsiveness with data richness across disparate data streams while maintaining a low friction, intuitive user experience. Consistently apply our ARD design language across multiple platforms and services such that the users can switch between these seamlessly and intuitively. Work with fast feedback loops: live demos, pilots, and short cycle deployments. Travel to the Arctic when needed for field testing and client meetings. What we value 3+ years of front end software experience, ideally in data rich or remote sensing environments. Demonstrated experience building responsive, cross platform interfaces and data visualisations. Fluency in JS/TS, frameworks such as React, and modern CSS frameworks. Experience with Swift, Kotlin or React Native. Ability to operate with a large degree of autonomy within a lean and competent team. Readiness to operate in cold environments to understand how your designs and code are deployed in the real world. Experience with geospatial or GIS tooling (OpenLayers, Mapbox, Leaflet). Familiarity with tactical or operational mapping platforms (ATAK/CivTAK/WinTAK) - concepts like mission overlays, live asset tracking, and offline first workflows. Background in defence, maritime, or research computing environments. Understanding of satellite or sensor data pipelines. Design sensibility - not just implementing but shaping how things look and feel. What we offer Competitive compensation Equity - meaningful options as an early employee at an early stage company. Real field exposure - travel to Arctic sites and Outposts when needed (genuinely, not as a gimmick). Mission driven culture - focus on impact, not hours logged. Small team, real ownership - what you build matters and ships. A note on who we want to hear from We're building for one of the most demanding environments on Earth and we believe diverse teams build more resilient systems. We actively welcome applications from people who are underrepresented in engineering - whether that's by gender, ethnicity, disability, or background. If you're not sure you meet every requirement, apply anyway and tell us what excites you about the problem.

The last frontier The Arctic is a place of extremes: unforgiving, untamed, and undergoing rapid change. A literal defrosting reveals a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity spanning energy, defence, logistics, research, and infrastructure. ARD was founded on a paradox. The Arctic is both the next great economic frontier and one of the most hostile environments on Earth. Rich in resources and strategically vital, yet bone chillingly cold, dark for months, and fundamentally inhospitable to humans. This paradox-an explosion of activity in a place that resists human presence-is why we exist. Our solution is autonomy. We build systems that operate reliably and intelligently in the Arctic, so that humans don't always have to. Founded by record holding pioneers with decades of polar experience, we take calculated risks on hard problems that matter. If you want to build and deploy ground up technology with real world impact, at an inflection point in history that won't reappear, we'd like to talk. The role As a Systems Engineer at ARD, you'll sit at the nerve centre of our product stack - designing, integrating, and owning the connective tissue between software, electronics, autonomy, and Arctic ready hardware. You'll go from whiteboard to working system, navigating the challenges of Arctic constraints with clarity and speed. This role is equal parts architect, integrator, and hands on problem solver - with a direct line to the field, the client, and the mission. Core responsibilities Own the system architecture from first sketch to deployed stack - across hardware, software, and subsystems Lead integration across ARD's product line - ensuring a software hardware fluency Build in reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety (RAMS) from day one Conduct in depth analysis to identify potential risks and system vulnerabilities Ensure all solutions adhere to safety protocols, industry standards, and governmental guidelines Travel to the Arctic when needed for R&D field testing and client meetings What we value 5+ years of hands on systems engineering experience - across hardware/software boundaries Degree in Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a demonstrable portfolio of previous work Deep understanding of system design, architecture, and integration in rugged, distributed environments Strong communication across disciplines - you can speak "mechanical", "RF", and "code" Proven ability to ship complex projects under real constraints - cost, time, temperature Field readiness - you're operationally capable and ready to test gear in sub zero environments What we offer Competitive compensation Equity - meaningful options as an early employee at an early stage company Real field exposure - travel to Arctic sites and outposts when needed (genuinely, not as a gimmick) Mission driven culture - focus on impact, not hours logged Small team, real ownership - what you build matters and ships A note on who we want to hear from We're building for one of the most demanding environments on Earth and we believe diverse teams build more resilient systems. We actively welcome applications from people who are underrepresented in engineering - whether that's by gender, ethnicity, disability, or background. If you're not sure you meet every requirement, apply anyway and tell us what excites you about the problem.

Arctic Research and Development in North Common is hiring a Power Systems Engineer to lead the design and integration of energy systems capable of operating at -40 C. The role encompasses responsibilities such as building proprietary energy systems and testing them in harsh arctic conditions. Ideal candidates will have expertise in battery systems, electrical engineering, and a strong knowledge of thermal management. The position offers competitive compensation, equity options, and opportunities for real field exposure.

Arctic Research and Development is seeking a Systems Engineer to design and integrate systems for Arctic environments. You will be responsible for the architecture and integration of hardware and software solutions, ensuring reliability and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on systems engineering experience, preferably in rugged conditions, and be operationally capable in extreme environments. Competitive compensation and equity options provided. Expect travels to Arctic sites for field testing.

The role As a Power Systems Engineer, you'll take ownership of the toughest challenge in our product line: delivering reliable energy at -40 C and below. From day one, you'll lead the design, integration, and testing of the proprietary energy system at the core of our stack - from portable high bandwidth ground hubs to fully autonomous systems - ensuring an uninterrupted flow of mission critical data and asset coordination in the world's harshest environment. Core responsibilities Architect, build, and iterate ARD's proprietary energy system for seamless integration into our hardware line Serve as the go to technical lead for power requirements across electrical, RF, systems, and mechanical interfaces, driving SWaP optimisation at every iteration Ensure uninterrupted power delivery to MCUs, electronic arrays, perception sensors, and autonomous subsystems Lead thermal strategies for batteries and power systems (e.g., chemistry selection, controller, membranes) Test and validate energy systems in both the in house lab and field deployments Contribute to system safety and compliance testing, working against standards such as UL, IEC, and CE for batteries and electronics Get hands on in the field - travel to Arctic test sites and client installations What we value 3+ years of hands on experience building battery systems for real world applications Ability to leverage a deep knowledge in battery chemistry for use in sub zero environments Degree in Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a portfolio ready to demonstrate Strong familiarity with battery management systems, heat controllers, thermal membranes, and software integration Confident soldering, PCB design, prototyping, and field testing under pressure Track record of delivering systems from sketch to deployment - managing time, cost, and complexity Ability to operate with a large degree of autonomy within a lean and competent team What we offer Competitive compensation Equity - meaningful options as an early employee at an early stage company Real field exposure - travel to Arctic sites and Outposts when needed (genuinely, not as a gimmick) Mission driven culture - focus on impact, not hours logged Small team, real ownership - 13 people total; what you build matters and ships A note on who we want to hear from We're building for one of the most demanding environments on Earth and we believe diverse teams build more resilient systems. We actively welcome applications from people who are underrepresented in engineering - whether that's by gender, ethnicity, disability, or background. If you're not sure you meet every requirement, apply anyway and tell us what excites you about the problem.

Arctic Research and Development is seeking a Test Engineer to build and assess hardware for extreme Arctic conditions. You will lead test campaigns, ensuring the reliability of systems ranging from embedded PCBs to autonomous platforms. Ideal candidates have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 3 years of prototyping experience. The role includes designing test frameworks and working closely with engineering teams. Offering competitive compensation, equity opportunities, and real field exposure in Arctic settings.

The last frontier The Arctic is a place of extremes: unforgiving, untamed, and undergoing rapid change. A literal defrosting reveals a multi-trillion-dollar opportunity spanning energy, defence, logistics, research, and infrastructure. ARD was founded on a paradox. The Arctic is both the next great economic frontier and one of the most hostile environments on Earth. Rich in resources and strategically vital, yet bone-chillingly cold, dark for months, and fundamentally inhospitable to humans. This paradox-an explosion of activity in a place that resists human presence-is why we exist. Our solution is autonomy. We build systems that operate reliably and intelligently in the Arctic, so that humans don't always have to. Founded by record-holding pioneers with decades of polar experience, we take calculated risks on hard problems that matter. If you want to build and deploy ground-up technology with real-world impact, at an inflection point in history that won't reappear, we'd like to talk. The role As a Test Engineer at Arctic Research and Development, you'll be the centre of our mission: building hardware that thrives where few things can. You'll design, develop, and execute test campaigns across our full Arctic hardware stack - from embedded PCBs and energy systems to composite structures and autonomous platforms - while working alongside our mechanical, electronics, and RF teams. This is the most critical stage of our R&D pipeline. The test frameworks you'll build and the results you deliver will directly determine the reliability, safety, and confidence of our systems in Arctic operations. Core responsibilities Design and operate custom testbeds tailored to ARD's hardware line Execute static, dynamic, fatigue, thermal, and vibration tests aligned with both internal requirements and international standards (e.g. MIL-STD 810H, IP/IK, CE/UL) Operate cold chambers, vibration tables, structural testing equipment, and data acquisition systems Translate tests results into actionable design recommendations, guiding iterations and fast Guide the selection and setup of testing infrastructure in ARD's in-house R&D lab What we value Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, with a portfolio ready to demonstrate 3+ years of hands on prototyping experience, ideally in lab or workshop environment Experience scaling tests systems from prototype to production, ideally in environmental and structural contextsFamiliarity with US, EU, and UK testing certifications and standards Proven track record designing hardware test systems and developing automated test software Ability to operate with a large-degree of autonomy within a lean and competent team Field ready mindset - you're comfortable testing gear in sub zero environments outside of the R&D lab What we offer Competitive compensation Equity- meaningful options as an early employee at an early stage company Real field exposure- travel to Arctic sites and Outposts when needed (genuinely, not as a gimmick) Mission driven culture- focus on impact, not hours logged Small team, real ownership- what you build matters and ships A note on who we want to hear from We're building for one of the most demanding environments on Earth and we believe diverse teams build more resilient systems. We actively welcome applications from people who are underrepresented in engineering - whether that's by gender, ethnicity, disability, or background. If you're not sure you meet every requirement, apply anyway and tell us what excites you about the problem.