Innovate Recruitment Ltd

Role: Senior Software Engineer Location: Bristol (Onsite) Industry: Defence Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Our client, a market leader in Defence is looking for ambitious Senior Software Engineers skilled in either C++ OR Java to join a dynamic team. They're looking for a comprehensive mix of technical depth and individuals who have driven end-to-end software delivery, from initial requirements through to certification. You ll have a track record of leading the design and implementation of sophisticated systems while guiding and supporting your teammates to achieve high technical standards. Requirements Advanced C++ OR Java development with a strong foundation in modern programming practices Delivering robust software across large or technically challenging systems Comprehensive understanding of the software lifecycle, particularly around defining requirements and designing solutions Building and maintaining productive relationships with both internal collaborators and external partners Coaching and mentoring less experienced engineers to help them grow Working openly and collaboratively, using clear communication and teamwork to tackle complex problems Beneficial: Hardening or securing Windows or Linux operating systems Familiarity with software safety and security standards Exposure to user interface or HMI design and development Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus & pension scheme Opportunity for growth Cash plan Subsidised meals and excellent site facilities Be a part of a collaborative team and leading company

Software Architect Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 4 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Software Architect or a senior software engineer with strong design skills ready to take the next step into architecture. You ll own the end-to-end software architecture for complex, mission-critical products, defining structure, timing, interfaces, and key design drivers such as real-time performance, safety, security, and usability. Working closely with delivery teams and fellow architects, you ll ensure architectural integrity from concept through implementation. You ll also help shape the company's software engineering strategy, influencing tools, technologies, and long-term architectural direction while working at the cutting edge of European missile system design. What they are looking for Strong technical background with proven software architecture & design skills Experience with architecture patterns, design trade-offs, and model-based engineering Ability to mentor engineers and clearly communicate architectural decisions Strong programming background across multiple languages Advocate for best practices such as CI, good design, and reuse. Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Lead Software Developer WSS Working Pattern: Hybrid 3 4 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen The Opportunity My Client is looking for a proactive Lead Software Developer to join thier Weapon Systems Simulation & Experimentation (WSSE) team, delivering innovative end-to-end synthetic environments that represent complete weapon systems. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, combining software development, team leadership, and systems thinking. You ll work closely with Project Leads and Simulation Architects to develop advanced simulation and visualisation solutions using C# and C++. From early concept experimentation and AR/VR visualisation through to in-service support and training, WSSE plays a critical role across the full Company product lifecycle and you ll be at the heart of it. What they are looking for Lead Software Engineer with experience leading small development teams Strong background in C# and C++, with a robust problem-solving mindset Passion for simulation, synthetic environments, and systems-of-systems engineering Open, adaptable approach to building reusable software across multiple products Exposure to real-time simulation, DIS/HLA (desirable, not essential) Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

C# Software Developer WSS Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 3 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen The Opportunity My Client is looking for you to join the Weapon Systems Simulation & Experimentation (WSSE) team and help build cutting-edge synthetic environments that bring complex weapon systems to life. WSSE sits at the heart of the Company's product lifecycle, integrating real hardware, models, and simulations to support design, experimentation, verification, validation, and training. You ll work on some of the world s most advanced defence systems, developing real-time simulation software using modern agile practices. What they need you to do. Develop real-time simulation software using C# (and C++) Build synthetic environments and hardware-integrated solutions Support visualisation, experimentation, V&V, and training systems Work in Agile/Scrum teams using modern engineering practices What they are looking for. Experience in C# software development (C++ exposure beneficial) Interest in real-time systems, simulation, or hardware integration Knowledge of CI/CD, configuration control, unit testing, and TDD Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving skills. Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Software Team Lead Real-Time Embedded C (Safety-Critical) Location: Cheltenham Salary: Competitive, DOE Security Clearance: SC Required The Opportunity My Client is a leader in aerospace and defence solutions, and they are seeking an experienced Software Team Lead to drive the development of a real-time, safety-critical embedded C application for a nose wheel steering system. You ll lead a team of talented engineers through the full software lifecycle: deriving requirements, designing, implementing, and verifying a high-reliability, DO-178C Level A compliant system. This role blends technical excellence and leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and innovation in a cutting-edge aerospace system. What You ll Do Technical Leadership: Lead the design, development, and verification of bare-metal real-time software in C Ensure DO-178C Level A compliance including traceability, testing, and documentation Conduct design and code reviews, maintain coding standards and quality Project Management & Team Leadership: Collaborate with hardware, systems, and test teams for seamless integration Report progress to stakeholders and support program reviews Foster effective communication and knowledge sharing within the team What they are looking for. Technical Expertise: Proven experience in bare-metal real-time embedded C development Deep understanding of DO-178C Level A standards and safety-critical certification Familiarity with MCDC testing, debugging tools, hardware interfaces, and safety analysis Leadership Skills: Experience leading software teams in safety-critical or aerospace environments Strong organizational and project management skills Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities Desirable: Aerospace or high-reliability system experience Knowledge of other safety-critical standards (ARP4754, ARINC 653, DO-254, DO-248) Experience with hardware/software integration and HIL testing Why Join Us: Lead innovative projects in aerospace and defence Work with a highly skilled, collaborative team Opportunity to influence safety-critical software development at the forefront of technology

Embedded Ada Software Engineer Real-Time Datalink Working Pattern: Hybrid 4 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National The Opportunity Join my Client's Real-Time Datalink Software team and help develop airborne communication software for missiles and platforms. This is a hands-on embedded role where you ll: Capture requirements and define embedded software architecture Implement hard real-time systems in Ada Conduct verification, testing, and code reviews Work with Hardware, Firmware, Systems, and Test Engineers Help shape the future of Datalink protocols and technical design You ll gain experience with state-of-the-art technology, the full software lifecycle, and opportunities for career growth and international collaboration. What they are looking for. Proven experience in embedded Ada software development Lab experience with components and test equipment (e.g., oscilloscopes) Hard real-time software development and RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS) Desirable: Communication protocols (SPI, UART, Ethernet), model-based development (UML/Rhapsody), system integration, and performance analysis. What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity. They are proud of thier employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more

Senior Software Engineer Location: Stevenage (relocation may be available) Working Pattern: Hybrid, typically 3 5 days on-site Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join Test Software UK, working on mission-critical test systems that support the development, production, and field testing of missile systems. You ll collaborate with Electronic Engineering, the Test Centre of Excellence, and Software Engineering to deliver robust and timely test capability, directly influencing product certification, manufacturing, and in-service support. This role offers exposure across the company's full product portfolio, while embracing DevOps and modern engineering practices. What You ll Do Develop and support high-performance test software interfacing with test equipment Work on real-time and mission-critical systems across development and production Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams Solve complex problems beyond pure software, including system and hardware challenges What they are looking For Software or Electronics Engineer with strong transferable skills Experience in C, C++ or Ada Strong analytical and design skills Proactive, flexible, can-do mindset Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement Why Apply? Join them on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Environmental Test Engineer Working Pattern: On-site, 5 days per week Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity My Client is offering a fantastic opportunity to work in a UKAS / ISO 17025 accredited environmental test laboratory, supporting a wide range of projects across our entire product portfolio. As part of the Environmental Engineering & Facilities team, you ll test the company's products under real-world extreme conditions including temperature, humidity, shock, and vibration helping to ensure our systems are safe, robust, and fit for service. You ll work within a multi-disciplinary team, solving complex engineering problems and contributing to both design verification and in-service surveillance activities. What they need you to do. Plan and execute environmental tests against customer requirements Simulate extreme operational environments using specialist test equipment Analyse data, review documentation, and produce test reports Support technical reviews with customers and partners Apply standards such as DEF STAN, MIL-STD-810, STANAG, and AECTP (Occasional travel to Henlow required) What they are looking for. HNC / HND / Degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant engineering discipline Strong understanding of mechanical structures and analysis Hands-on experience with instrumentation (accelerometers, thermocouples, strain gauges) Methodical, safety-conscious, and self-motivated approach Desirable: Experience with vibration control systems (e.g. LMS), project delivery, or driving technical improvements

Software Engineer (Embedded) Aberdeen (Hybrid) Important: To be considered, you must be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality and be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC level). About the Role We re seeking an experienced Software Engineer to help design and deliver advanced embedded software solutions for next-generation health monitoring systems used in critical underwater rescue and survival technology. You ll join the Biometrics & Condition Monitoring team, shaping new systems that support health and safety in demanding operational environments. Your work will play a key role in developing technology that directly supports real-world rescue operations combining embedded systems, IoT connectivity, and innovative medical data applications. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain embedded software for existing and new technology platforms. Contribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, testing, and documentation. Support and enhance legacy codebases as new system requirements emerge. Prepare and manage software documentation, including specifications, test plans, manuals, and reports. Ensure compliance with internal processes, industry regulations, and quality standards. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams across locations and attend site visits as required. Skills and Experience Degree in Computer Science, Software, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent). Proven experience in software development, ideally focused on embedded systems. Practical knowledge of embedded tools such as MPLAB or ST32. Strong command of C, C++, and/or C# programming languages. Familiarity with version control platforms like Git or GitHub; exposure to Azure DevOps is a plus. Understanding of communication protocols (network and serial), user interface design, or database development advantageous. Knowledge of structured software design methodologies. Keen eye for technical accuracy and system reliability. Eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC). What s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. 26 days' holiday plus public holidays over Christmas and New Year. Company pension scheme and cycle-to-work program. Private medical insurance and wellbeing support. Early Friday finishes and hybrid working options. Clear opportunities for development and career progression. Supportive, innovative team culture where your ideas make an impact. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to pioneering solutions that ensure safety in extreme environments.

Principal Software Engineer HMI & Cyber Working Pattern: On-site, 5 days per week (due to workload classification) Security Clearance: British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship The Opportunity They are looking for passionate, highly skilled Principal Software Engineers to join thier HMI & Cyber team, developing the next generation of laser defence capability for the Royal Navy. You ll take a technical lead role across the full software development lifecycle, delivering complex, safety- and security-critical solutions while mentoring and supporting engineers within your team. The company is committed to supporting career development while maintaining a healthy work/life balance. What they are looking for Strong C++ software development expertise Proven experience delivering software on complex systems End-to-end SDLC knowledge, particularly requirements and design Experience working with internal and external stakeholders Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills Bonus (not essential): Windows/Linux OS lockdown, software security & safety, HMI development, automated testing. Why Apply? Join us on this journey of groundbreaking technology, as this continues to be a boundary pushing weapon system development programme, that has significant industry and customer engagement! What Next? Don t miss your chance to join this excellent company applications close soon! Click Apply Now to submit your application and be considered for this superb career opportunity.

Senior Backend Engineer (Golang) Onsite: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with strong Golang expertise to help shape the systems, processes, and architecture driving their mission. If you re a hands-on problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments, this is a chance to work on impactful projects while accelerating your career in a growing company. The Role You ll be part of a cross-functional squad, delivering new features and capabilities that the business depends on. The backend is built in Go, following a documentation-first approach and a service-oriented architecture. High code quality, automated testing, and seamless deployments through CI/CD pipelines into AWS are core to the way they work. What You ll Be Doing Build & Deliver Write clean, testable, maintainable Go code Break down User Stories into clear, deliverable tasks Drive best practices across testing, code reviews, and refactoring Ensure compliance with coding standards, security, and regulations Collaborate & Influence Partner with product owners, designers, and engineers to turn requirements into technical solutions Contribute ideas that improve systems and processes Shape the Future Support technical roadmaps and long-term strategies Stay ahead of industry trends, sharing insights that spark innovation About You You enjoy tackling complex challenges, simplifying problems, and delivering outcomes that matter. You re action-oriented, detail-focused, and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven environment. Clear communication and a positive, empathetic approach set you apart. What You ll Bring 5+ years of software development with strongly typed languages (Go, Java, etc.), including 2+ years of commercial Golang experience Strong experience writing well-tested code Proven ability to take a User Story from refinement through to delivery within a sprint Solid background in data modelling and database design (SQL/NoSQL) Knowledge of distributed systems and event-driven architectures Experience building cloud-based REST API solutions Excellent communication and collaboration skills Nice to Have SaaS product experience Expertise in microservices and event-driven integration Knowledge of AWS architecture Familiarity with Terraform or other IaC tools Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Seeking an experienced Configuration or highly skilled Configuration Engineer ready to step up. Due to the nature of the client, we can only consider UK / Dual UK nationalities; you will be required to undergo Security Clearance. As a Configuration Manager, you are an experienced Configuration professional who can actively lead the application of configuration management processes across a product portfolio. You have proven ability to build networks and foster relationships, enabling you to deliver outstanding governance of the Configuration Management processes. As Configuration Manager you can confidently establish yourself within your designated programme to provide strategic direction and deliver technical application of CM principles through the lifecycle of the product. What we are looking for: