At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Do you enjoy developing innovative software solutions that tackle challenging real-world problems? Are you motivated by working with cutting-edge technologies that contribute directly to the UK's cyber capabilities? Dstl is looking for a Senior Cyber Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing software tools, prototypes and proof-of-concept capabilities that support cyber operations and technical research. Working in a collaborative engineering environment, you will apply your software development expertise to transform complex technical challenges into practical, operationally relevant solutions Why join us? You'll work with modern programming languages and development practices, designing and building software that supports advanced cyber research, vulnerability analysis and capability development. Alongside developing robust and resilient code, you'll contribute to solving complex technical problems involving communication systems, protocols and binary analysis. We are seeking talented engineers who combine strong technical ability with curiosity, adaptability and a passion for learning. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts from across science, engineering and cyber disciplines, access unique facilities and technologies, and contribute to capabilities that support the UK's current and future defence and national security needs. Whether your background is in software engineering, systems development or cyber technologies, this role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in an environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and maintain innovative software tools, prototypes and technical capabilities using a range of modern programming languages. Transform research outputs and technical concepts into operationally relevant software solutions. Develop secure and resilient software, applying safe coding principles throughout the development lifecycle. Identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within software systems and applications. Work within Agile software development environments, contributing to rapid and effective delivery. Use modern software engineering tools and practices, including version control and collaborative development workflows. Apply knowledge of communication systems, protocols and binary analysis to solve complex technical challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical outcomes and continuously improve engineering approaches. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong software development experience in Python. Experience developing applications in C, C++ or a comparable programming language. Experience developing software using Agile delivery methodologies. Experience using Git and collaborative version-control platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with Linux environments, including Bash scripting. Experience solving complex software engineering problems and producing robust technical solutions. The ability to analyse technical information from multiple sources and make sound engineering judgements Please review the attached job description for more detailed information. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Do you enjoy developing innovative software solutions that tackle challenging real-world problems? Are you motivated by working with cutting-edge technologies that contribute directly to the UK's cyber capabilities? Dstl is looking for a Senior Cyber Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing software tools, prototypes and proof-of-concept capabilities that support cyber operations and technical research. Working in a collaborative engineering environment, you will apply your software development expertise to transform complex technical challenges into practical, operationally relevant solutions Why join us? You'll work with modern programming languages and development practices, designing and building software that supports advanced cyber research, vulnerability analysis and capability development. Alongside developing robust and resilient code, you'll contribute to solving complex technical problems involving communication systems, protocols and binary analysis. We are seeking talented engineers who combine strong technical ability with curiosity, adaptability and a passion for learning. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts from across science, engineering and cyber disciplines, access unique facilities and technologies, and contribute to capabilities that support the UK's current and future defence and national security needs. Whether your background is in software engineering, systems development or cyber technologies, this role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in an environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and maintain innovative software tools, prototypes and technical capabilities using a range of modern programming languages. Transform research outputs and technical concepts into operationally relevant software solutions. Develop secure and resilient software, applying safe coding principles throughout the development lifecycle. Identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within software systems and applications. Work within Agile software development environments, contributing to rapid and effective delivery. Use modern software engineering tools and practices, including version control and collaborative development workflows. Apply knowledge of communication systems, protocols and binary analysis to solve complex technical challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical outcomes and continuously improve engineering approaches. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong software development experience in Python. Experience developing applications in C, C++ or a comparable programming language. Experience developing software using Agile delivery methodologies. Experience using Git and collaborative version-control platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with Linux environments, including Bash scripting. Experience solving complex software engineering problems and producing robust technical solutions. The ability to analyse technical information from multiple sources and make sound engineering judgements Please review the attached job description for more detailed information. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you an experienced cyber security specialist with a passion for reverse engineering, vulnerability research and solving some of the UK's most complex technical challenges? We are seeking a Principal Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to provide technical leadership in the identification, analysis and exploitation of vulnerabilities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Working at the forefront of cyber research, you will lead high-impact investigations that help inform critical operational decisions, influence future capability development and strengthen national security. Why join us? This is a senior technical role where you will apply your expertise in reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment and software analysis to tackle challenging and often ambiguous problems. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, customers and partner organisations, providing authoritative technical advice and delivering robust, evidence-based outcomes. Alongside leading technical delivery, you will shape research approaches, develop innovative tools and methodologies, and play a key role in mentoring and developing less experienced engineers and researchers. If you thrive in a highly technical environment, enjoy solving complex problems and want to make a meaningful impact through cutting-edge cyber research, we would like to hear from you. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do Lead complex cyber vulnerability research activities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Conduct software reverse engineering using industry-standard tools and techniques. Identify, assess and exploit software vulnerabilities and security weaknesses. Provide authoritative technical advice and recommendations to a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders. Develop and improve vulnerability research tools, techniques and methodologies. Lead technical investigations and coordinate specialist activities to deliver high-quality outcomes. Produce clear technical reports, assessments and evidence-based recommendations. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, government customers and external partners. Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to engineers and researchers. Support the growth of organisational capability through knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional conduct in all aspects of work. Person specification What we're looking for Degree in a relevant STEM subject such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent relevant experience. Technical Knowledge and Skills Strong experience using reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro or equivalent. Experience conducting static and dynamic software analysis. Knowledge of assembly languages, including x86 and/or ARM. Strong programming capability in C and/or C++. Experience identifying, assessing and exploiting software vulnerabilities. Ability to evaluate complex technical problems and communicate risk-based recommendations effectively. Experience selecting and applying vulnerability research methodologies to new and challenging problems. Ability to provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Experience Leading complex software reverse engineering and vulnerability research activities. Using advanced analysis tools and techniques to understand software behaviour and identify vulnerabilities. Producing authoritative technical assessments and recommendations. Leading teams to deliver complex technical outcomes. Coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues. Building strong collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £51,568, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £14,939 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you an experienced cyber security specialist with a passion for reverse engineering, vulnerability research and solving some of the UK's most complex technical challenges? We are seeking a Principal Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to provide technical leadership in the identification, analysis and exploitation of vulnerabilities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Working at the forefront of cyber research, you will lead high-impact investigations that help inform critical operational decisions, influence future capability development and strengthen national security. Why join us? This is a senior technical role where you will apply your expertise in reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment and software analysis to tackle challenging and often ambiguous problems. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, customers and partner organisations, providing authoritative technical advice and delivering robust, evidence-based outcomes. Alongside leading technical delivery, you will shape research approaches, develop innovative tools and methodologies, and play a key role in mentoring and developing less experienced engineers and researchers. If you thrive in a highly technical environment, enjoy solving complex problems and want to make a meaningful impact through cutting-edge cyber research, we would like to hear from you. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do Lead complex cyber vulnerability research activities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Conduct software reverse engineering using industry-standard tools and techniques. Identify, assess and exploit software vulnerabilities and security weaknesses. Provide authoritative technical advice and recommendations to a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders. Develop and improve vulnerability research tools, techniques and methodologies. Lead technical investigations and coordinate specialist activities to deliver high-quality outcomes. Produce clear technical reports, assessments and evidence-based recommendations. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, government customers and external partners. Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to engineers and researchers. Support the growth of organisational capability through knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional conduct in all aspects of work. Person specification What we're looking for Degree in a relevant STEM subject such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent relevant experience. Technical Knowledge and Skills Strong experience using reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro or equivalent. Experience conducting static and dynamic software analysis. Knowledge of assembly languages, including x86 and/or ARM. Strong programming capability in C and/or C++. Experience identifying, assessing and exploiting software vulnerabilities. Ability to evaluate complex technical problems and communicate risk-based recommendations effectively. Experience selecting and applying vulnerability research methodologies to new and challenging problems. Ability to provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Experience Leading complex software reverse engineering and vulnerability research activities. Using advanced analysis tools and techniques to understand software behaviour and identify vulnerabilities. Producing authoritative technical assessments and recommendations. Leading teams to deliver complex technical outcomes. Coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues. Building strong collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £51,568, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £14,939 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you excited by the potential of Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the most complex challenges facing national security and defence?Dstl is seeking a Senior Cyber Artificial Intelligence Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team at the forefront of AI innovation. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to research, develop and apply cutting-edge AI technologies within cyber programmes, helping transform emerging capabilities into practical solutions that deliver real-world impact. You will work on challenging technical problems, exploring the application of generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems to support operational effectiveness and decision-making. Working closely with scientists, engineers, cyber specialists and stakeholders, you will evaluate novel technologies, assess their strengths and limitations, and help shape their safe, responsible and effective use. As a senior technical specialist, you will play a key role in developing AI capability across the organisation. You will provide technical leadership, support the delivery of complex projects, advise customers and stakeholders, and mentor less experienced colleagues. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a unique environment where innovation, technical excellence and collaboration are essential to delivering outcomes of national importance. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Research, develop and apply AI technologies to solve complex cyber and defence challenges. Evaluate emerging AI capabilities, including generative AI, large language models, foundation models and autonomous systems. Assess the performance, effectiveness, risks and limitations of AI systems, producing evidence-based recommendations. Contribute to the assurance, testing and validation of AI-enabled capabilities. Develop innovative approaches, tools and methodologies that enhance AI capability and operational effectiveness. Provide authoritative technical advice and guidance to customers, stakeholders and project teams. Produce high-quality technical reports, assessments and briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences. Lead technical activities within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes. Support the development of organisational AI expertise through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong knowledge of Artificial Intelligence technologies, including generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems. Strong Python programming skills and experience using AI development frameworks and tooling. Experience evaluating, testing or assuring AI systems using evidence-based and analytical approaches. Strong software engineering, problem-solving and technical leadership capabilities. Experience applying AI technologies to solve complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience making robust technical assessments from diverse and incomplete sources of information. Experience leading and contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you excited by the potential of Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the most complex challenges facing national security and defence?Dstl is seeking a Senior Cyber Artificial Intelligence Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team at the forefront of AI innovation. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to research, develop and apply cutting-edge AI technologies within cyber programmes, helping transform emerging capabilities into practical solutions that deliver real-world impact. You will work on challenging technical problems, exploring the application of generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems to support operational effectiveness and decision-making. Working closely with scientists, engineers, cyber specialists and stakeholders, you will evaluate novel technologies, assess their strengths and limitations, and help shape their safe, responsible and effective use. As a senior technical specialist, you will play a key role in developing AI capability across the organisation. You will provide technical leadership, support the delivery of complex projects, advise customers and stakeholders, and mentor less experienced colleagues. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a unique environment where innovation, technical excellence and collaboration are essential to delivering outcomes of national importance. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Research, develop and apply AI technologies to solve complex cyber and defence challenges. Evaluate emerging AI capabilities, including generative AI, large language models, foundation models and autonomous systems. Assess the performance, effectiveness, risks and limitations of AI systems, producing evidence-based recommendations. Contribute to the assurance, testing and validation of AI-enabled capabilities. Develop innovative approaches, tools and methodologies that enhance AI capability and operational effectiveness. Provide authoritative technical advice and guidance to customers, stakeholders and project teams. Produce high-quality technical reports, assessments and briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences. Lead technical activities within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes. Support the development of organisational AI expertise through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong knowledge of Artificial Intelligence technologies, including generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems. Strong Python programming skills and experience using AI development frameworks and tooling. Experience evaluating, testing or assuring AI systems using evidence-based and analytical approaches. Strong software engineering, problem-solving and technical leadership capabilities. Experience applying AI technologies to solve complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience making robust technical assessments from diverse and incomplete sources of information. Experience leading and contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl's full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial : An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
Location This role may be located in one of the following locations; Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Please find further information on the Corporate hub locations here. Please note: for candidates requesting to work in Newcastle, the role will initially be based at Benton Park View. It will then move to 1 Pilgrim Place in Newcastle city centre by the end of 2027. For candidates requesting to work in Sheffield King's Court, please note these roles will initially be based at King's Court and then move to 1 West Bar by early 2028. About the job Job summary Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. For further information, please see 'Selection process details'. We are looking for an experienced Lead Test Engineer who is confident working on data-focused products/services in a complex digital environment, where they'll be supporting major initiatives across Data and Analytics and wider supporting DWP to deliver it's 2030 Data Strategy. This position will involve collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across the Data and Analytics directorate and wider DWP Digital to support the delivery of solutions, creating options and recommendations and provide expert advice, oversight and assurance to drive testing decisions. This is an exciting time to join us. You'll shape the future and support our mission to deliver exceptional Data products and services that work for everyone. This role ensures a high standard of test engineering across all Data and Analytics solutions, both current and future, leading testing strategy, best practices and test automation. Job description As Lead Test Engineer you will provide overall leadership and support to the test engineers working in agile multidisciplinary teams across the directorate to deliver our current and future Data and Analytics solutions. Lead the design and delivery of data solutions across data movement, storage, curation and insight, ensuring they support wider service needs and outcomes. Support the delivery and continuous improvement of services across multiple cloud platforms and legacy on premises environments, working with a broad range of technologies including Java, Node.js, React.js, SAS, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, GitLab CI/CD, AWS, Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Kubernetes, Azure Service Bus and Power BI. Provide expert test engineering leadership, using appropriate principles, tools and delivery methodologies to influence strategic decisions and shape the direction of our services in collaboration with key stakeholders. Collaborate with and influence key stakeholders and technical decision makers (Product Managers, Architects, Delivery Managers, Engineering teams, etc.) to define strategic vision for products and services. Identify risks and develop plans for mitigation and contingency. Ensure that usability, accessibility, security, stability, performance, and functional testing are embedded in the development of our services, in a consistent and standardised way. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to define strategic goals. Lead and adapt Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches, using appropriate methodologies and tools to drive successful delivery and achieve service outcomes. Promote engagement with continuous integration, delivery and deployment practices following standards and tooling methodologies. Promote technical evolution by identifying, testing and adopting emerging technologies. Promote the latest trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Identify skills gaps within the team and support recruiting talent into the organisation. Develop the Test Engineering capability by helping and supporting others to shape career paths. Contribute to recruitment activities in the practice, working with other Leads and the Head of Role to advise on recruitment strategy and lead at various stages of the assessment process. Person specification When giving details in your CV you should highlight your experience in line with essential criteria below: Lead criterion - Significant experience of leading testing activities across multiple teams, setting and refining strategy for both off the shelf products and open-source cloud native technologies in a data domain. Significant experience driving testing best practices across embedded tester, setting testing standards (e.g. test data management, coverage targets, test environment definition and management, coding standards, reporting) and auditing adherence. Experience leading both functional and non-functional testing strategies (e.g. accessibility testing, performance testing) for APIs, message brokers and browser and data platforms Experience of leading, recruiting and line managing test engineers, managing performance, development, training and coaching. Expert skills and experience managing testing engineering good practices around python and automating API checks, message queues systems and data platforms. Experience of implementing automated data and API testing strategies that prioritise quality early using cloud CI/CD pipelines and appropriate techniques, tools and strategies.
10/11/2026
Full time
Location This role may be located in one of the following locations; Birmingham, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield. Please find further information on the Corporate hub locations here. Please note: for candidates requesting to work in Newcastle, the role will initially be based at Benton Park View. It will then move to 1 Pilgrim Place in Newcastle city centre by the end of 2027. For candidates requesting to work in Sheffield King's Court, please note these roles will initially be based at King's Court and then move to 1 West Bar by early 2028. About the job Job summary Please note this role requires you to pass Security Check clearance. For further information, please see 'Selection process details'. We are looking for an experienced Lead Test Engineer who is confident working on data-focused products/services in a complex digital environment, where they'll be supporting major initiatives across Data and Analytics and wider supporting DWP to deliver it's 2030 Data Strategy. This position will involve collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across the Data and Analytics directorate and wider DWP Digital to support the delivery of solutions, creating options and recommendations and provide expert advice, oversight and assurance to drive testing decisions. This is an exciting time to join us. You'll shape the future and support our mission to deliver exceptional Data products and services that work for everyone. This role ensures a high standard of test engineering across all Data and Analytics solutions, both current and future, leading testing strategy, best practices and test automation. Job description As Lead Test Engineer you will provide overall leadership and support to the test engineers working in agile multidisciplinary teams across the directorate to deliver our current and future Data and Analytics solutions. Lead the design and delivery of data solutions across data movement, storage, curation and insight, ensuring they support wider service needs and outcomes. Support the delivery and continuous improvement of services across multiple cloud platforms and legacy on premises environments, working with a broad range of technologies including Java, Node.js, React.js, SAS, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, GitLab CI/CD, AWS, Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Kubernetes, Azure Service Bus and Power BI. Provide expert test engineering leadership, using appropriate principles, tools and delivery methodologies to influence strategic decisions and shape the direction of our services in collaboration with key stakeholders. Collaborate with and influence key stakeholders and technical decision makers (Product Managers, Architects, Delivery Managers, Engineering teams, etc.) to define strategic vision for products and services. Identify risks and develop plans for mitigation and contingency. Ensure that usability, accessibility, security, stability, performance, and functional testing are embedded in the development of our services, in a consistent and standardised way. Collaborate with other teams in the Software Development Lifecycle to define strategic goals. Lead and adapt Agile and Waterfall delivery approaches, using appropriate methodologies and tools to drive successful delivery and achieve service outcomes. Promote engagement with continuous integration, delivery and deployment practices following standards and tooling methodologies. Promote technical evolution by identifying, testing and adopting emerging technologies. Promote the latest trends, tools, and best practices within Test Engineering. Identify skills gaps within the team and support recruiting talent into the organisation. Develop the Test Engineering capability by helping and supporting others to shape career paths. Contribute to recruitment activities in the practice, working with other Leads and the Head of Role to advise on recruitment strategy and lead at various stages of the assessment process. Person specification When giving details in your CV you should highlight your experience in line with essential criteria below: Lead criterion - Significant experience of leading testing activities across multiple teams, setting and refining strategy for both off the shelf products and open-source cloud native technologies in a data domain. Significant experience driving testing best practices across embedded tester, setting testing standards (e.g. test data management, coverage targets, test environment definition and management, coding standards, reporting) and auditing adherence. Experience leading both functional and non-functional testing strategies (e.g. accessibility testing, performance testing) for APIs, message brokers and browser and data platforms Experience of leading, recruiting and line managing test engineers, managing performance, development, training and coaching. Expert skills and experience managing testing engineering good practices around python and automating API checks, message queues systems and data platforms. Experience of implementing automated data and API testing strategies that prioritise quality early using cloud CI/CD pipelines and appropriate techniques, tools and strategies.
Are you an experienced DSP or Embedded Systems engineer looking to influence the future of cyber capability at a national level? We are seeking a Principal Cyber DSP and Embedded Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of complex and mission-critical cyber programmes. Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you will play a leading role in the development of advanced signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that deliver real operational impact. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to tackle challenging technical problems, shape the direction of future capabilities and influence the application of emerging technologies across cyber and national security domains. As a recognised technical authority, you will contribute to technical strategy and roadmaps, guide architectural decisions, and drive innovation across both software and hardware disciplines. You will work closely with customers, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure solutions are robust, high-performing and aligned to operational needs. Alongside your technical contribution, you will help develop engineering capability within the organisation by coaching colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting engineering best practice. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills and a passion for solving complex problems in a collaborative environment. Whether your background is in signal processing, embedded software, FPGA development or systems engineering, you'll have the opportunity to shape innovative solutions that make a meaningful contribution to UK defence and security. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do Lead the development and delivery of advanced digital signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions across complex cyber programmes. Act as a recognised technical authority, providing expert advice and technical leadership across projects, teams and stakeholders. Shape technical strategies, roadmaps and capability plans to ensure engineering activities align with future customer and organisational needs. Drive innovation across software and hardware domains, influencing system architectures and technology choices. Solve complex technical challenges by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and specialists. Develop high-performance solutions using DSP, embedded software, FPGA and related technologies to improve operational effectiveness. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to customers, stakeholders and senior decision-makers. Mentor and coach engineers, helping to develop future technical leaders and strengthen organisational capability. Champion engineering excellence through the adoption of improved tools, methods, standards and best practices. Identify opportunities to improve delivery performance, technical quality and organisational effectiveness. Person specification What we're looking for Significant expertise in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Embedded systems development (MCUs, RTOS or Embedded Linux) C/C++ software development FPGA development using VHDL Software and hardware integration and debugging Strong analytical, problem-solving and systems engineering skills. Experience delivering DSP and embedded solutions within a complex engineering, science or technology environment. Experience leading technical delivery, influencing technical direction and establishing engineering standards or approaches. Experience working on complex and non-routine technical challenges, bringing together information from multiple sources to develop effective solutions. Experience leading or contributing within multidisciplinary teams and supporting successful project delivery. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced engineers. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £51,568, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £14,939 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
Are you an experienced DSP or Embedded Systems engineer looking to influence the future of cyber capability at a national level? We are seeking a Principal Cyber DSP and Embedded Engineer to provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of complex and mission-critical cyber programmes. Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you will play a leading role in the development of advanced signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that deliver real operational impact. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to tackle challenging technical problems, shape the direction of future capabilities and influence the application of emerging technologies across cyber and national security domains. As a recognised technical authority, you will contribute to technical strategy and roadmaps, guide architectural decisions, and drive innovation across both software and hardware disciplines. You will work closely with customers, stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure solutions are robust, high-performing and aligned to operational needs. Alongside your technical contribution, you will help develop engineering capability within the organisation by coaching colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting engineering best practice. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with deep technical expertise, strong leadership skills and a passion for solving complex problems in a collaborative environment. Whether your background is in signal processing, embedded software, FPGA development or systems engineering, you'll have the opportunity to shape innovative solutions that make a meaningful contribution to UK defence and security. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do Lead the development and delivery of advanced digital signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions across complex cyber programmes. Act as a recognised technical authority, providing expert advice and technical leadership across projects, teams and stakeholders. Shape technical strategies, roadmaps and capability plans to ensure engineering activities align with future customer and organisational needs. Drive innovation across software and hardware domains, influencing system architectures and technology choices. Solve complex technical challenges by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and specialists. Develop high-performance solutions using DSP, embedded software, FPGA and related technologies to improve operational effectiveness. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to customers, stakeholders and senior decision-makers. Mentor and coach engineers, helping to develop future technical leaders and strengthen organisational capability. Champion engineering excellence through the adoption of improved tools, methods, standards and best practices. Identify opportunities to improve delivery performance, technical quality and organisational effectiveness. Person specification What we're looking for Significant expertise in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Embedded systems development (MCUs, RTOS or Embedded Linux) C/C++ software development FPGA development using VHDL Software and hardware integration and debugging Strong analytical, problem-solving and systems engineering skills. Experience delivering DSP and embedded solutions within a complex engineering, science or technology environment. Experience leading technical delivery, influencing technical direction and establishing engineering standards or approaches. Experience working on complex and non-routine technical challenges, bringing together information from multiple sources to develop effective solutions. Experience leading or contributing within multidisciplinary teams and supporting successful project delivery. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced engineers. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence both technical and non-technical audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £51,568, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £14,939 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
Corecom Tech Academy & BAE Systems Digital Intelligence
Manchester, Lancashire
Junior Platform Engineer (SRE) Do you have an inquisitive mindset, enjoy problem solving, and have an interest in tech? Corecom Tech Academy provides you with the opportunity to learn everything you need to build a successful career in IT, across a range of roles, without any previous experience or a specific degree. In fact - if you don t have a degree, we definitely want to hear from you! Why Choose CTA? We are an inclusive and diverse technology academy committed to creating equitable opportunities for those looking to work in tech. Our commitment to you is you will be paid a competitive salary, above the National Living Wage from day one while you train, before going to work on our clients' projects using the skills you've gained. We're recruiting Junior Platform Engineers to join BAE Digital Intelligence, working within their Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams. You'll help build, maintain and improve the technology platforms that keep important systems running smoothly. Don't worry if you're unfamiliar with SRE - we'll provide the training to help you get started! About The Client Our client, BAE Digital Intelligence, are looking to grow their Site Reliability capability following continuous growth and success in the UK National Security sector at their Manchester Office. Our people are what differentiates us. They are resourceful, innovative and dedicated. We have a mix of generalists and specialists and recognise that this diversity contributes to our success. We recognise the benefits of forming teams from a mix of disciplines, which allows us to come up with cutting-edge, high-quality solutions About The Role It all starts with our introductory training courses, covering everything you need to know to get started in the world of site reliability engineering. Our in-depth training is full time and is delivered on a hybrid learning basis (classroom & and remote). You'll learn a lot quite quickly it will be fast-paced, but enjoyable and highly engaging! After the training period you ll have the opportunity to gain industry experience by joining BAE and working on their projects. For this specific role you will: - Work across a variety of customer facing projects and problems to deploy and maintain our customers Software Platforms - Be able to write code that can contribute to the creation of mission critical systems - Use a variety of programming languages and technologies. Engineers are versatile and can work with various languages and technologies depending on the situation. You might specialise in 1 or 2 technical areas, or might want to learn many more on your journey through the business - Become proficient in AWS Cloud (extensive training to be provided on this technology from BAE) - Use monitoring, data and reporting to understand how systems are performing, identify problems and help improve the reliability of critical services - Help investigate incidents and technical issues, using data and evidence to understand what went wrong and prevent problems from happening again About You - Have a passion for working in Software development, cloud development and an interest in exploring Agile methodologies and ways of working - Be able to display the following competencies and behaviours: problem solving, attention to detail, adaptability and the desire to fix things - Be able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to build trust and a rapport - Motivated by technical challenges - Ability and enthusiasm to learn - you re up for the challenge and ready to work hard for it - You have a degree, but it doesn t have to be in CompSci or a STEM degree - You don t have a degree, but you have some recent work experience or you ve been doing some upskilling in technology recently What s In It For You? - Competitive salary from day one - above the UK Living Wage as part of our commitment to the Living Wage Foundation - Work-life balance is important; you ll get 25 days holiday a year and, via our flexible benefits package the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before. This will increase with length of service (5/10years) - You can work around core hours with flexible and part-time working - Our flexible benefits package includes; dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, taste cards and more - You ll have a dedicated People Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE - You ll be part of our Annual Bonus and Share scheme Travel Please note as a Site Reliability Engineer you may be required to work on client sites and also come into your base office on a regular basis. Expense costs will be covered to client sites if they are further away than your base office. If you have concerns about this; please speak to Corecom Tech Academy for more clarity. The expectation for this role is 3-4 days a week minimum requirement in your base office or as much as your individual project requires (which may be up to 5 days a week). Security Clearance Only those with the permanent and unrestricted right to live and work in the UK will be considered for a position within BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, with strict residency & nationality requirements. Due to the nature of our work, successful candidates for this role will be required to go through Government SC clearance prior to starting with us and DV Clearance shortly before or after joining: DV - Guidance Pack for Applicants: What Happens Next? Apply - Submit your most recent CV below. You ll be asked to answer a couple of our screening questions - but don t worry! You don t need any specific tech background to apply. Qualification Call A short 15-minute phone call to share the role and details, and find out about you. Short Video Interview - We ll invite you to a 30-minute Teams video call to learn about you, discuss the role, and ask a few competency-based questions on problem-solving and time management. Technical Aptitude Test - You'll be sent a short, online technical aptitude test We don t believe you should spend hours completing tasks or learning things before you start! In-Person Interview - It s your time to shine! Successful candidates will be invited to our in-person assessment centre with the client Offer - Both happy things are a good fit? We'll offer you a place and send you joining instructions with course details, start date, and other important information. For this role, the start date is 11th January 2027 with in-person assessments to be held w/c 23rd November 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in the world of technology and join a growing Tech Academy & industry renowned business that puts you, the employee, first! At Corecom Tech Academy, we don t just accept differences, we celebrate them and thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our clients and our candidates. Internally, we thrive from our differences and want our employees to be proud to be themselves and proud to be CTA. Externally, we utilise those differences to help our clients and candidates strive for a more diverse and inclusive world.
10/11/2026
Full time
Junior Platform Engineer (SRE) Do you have an inquisitive mindset, enjoy problem solving, and have an interest in tech? Corecom Tech Academy provides you with the opportunity to learn everything you need to build a successful career in IT, across a range of roles, without any previous experience or a specific degree. In fact - if you don t have a degree, we definitely want to hear from you! Why Choose CTA? We are an inclusive and diverse technology academy committed to creating equitable opportunities for those looking to work in tech. Our commitment to you is you will be paid a competitive salary, above the National Living Wage from day one while you train, before going to work on our clients' projects using the skills you've gained. We're recruiting Junior Platform Engineers to join BAE Digital Intelligence, working within their Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) teams. You'll help build, maintain and improve the technology platforms that keep important systems running smoothly. Don't worry if you're unfamiliar with SRE - we'll provide the training to help you get started! About The Client Our client, BAE Digital Intelligence, are looking to grow their Site Reliability capability following continuous growth and success in the UK National Security sector at their Manchester Office. Our people are what differentiates us. They are resourceful, innovative and dedicated. We have a mix of generalists and specialists and recognise that this diversity contributes to our success. We recognise the benefits of forming teams from a mix of disciplines, which allows us to come up with cutting-edge, high-quality solutions About The Role It all starts with our introductory training courses, covering everything you need to know to get started in the world of site reliability engineering. Our in-depth training is full time and is delivered on a hybrid learning basis (classroom & and remote). You'll learn a lot quite quickly it will be fast-paced, but enjoyable and highly engaging! After the training period you ll have the opportunity to gain industry experience by joining BAE and working on their projects. For this specific role you will: - Work across a variety of customer facing projects and problems to deploy and maintain our customers Software Platforms - Be able to write code that can contribute to the creation of mission critical systems - Use a variety of programming languages and technologies. Engineers are versatile and can work with various languages and technologies depending on the situation. You might specialise in 1 or 2 technical areas, or might want to learn many more on your journey through the business - Become proficient in AWS Cloud (extensive training to be provided on this technology from BAE) - Use monitoring, data and reporting to understand how systems are performing, identify problems and help improve the reliability of critical services - Help investigate incidents and technical issues, using data and evidence to understand what went wrong and prevent problems from happening again About You - Have a passion for working in Software development, cloud development and an interest in exploring Agile methodologies and ways of working - Be able to display the following competencies and behaviours: problem solving, attention to detail, adaptability and the desire to fix things - Be able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to build trust and a rapport - Motivated by technical challenges - Ability and enthusiasm to learn - you re up for the challenge and ready to work hard for it - You have a degree, but it doesn t have to be in CompSci or a STEM degree - You don t have a degree, but you have some recent work experience or you ve been doing some upskilling in technology recently What s In It For You? - Competitive salary from day one - above the UK Living Wage as part of our commitment to the Living Wage Foundation - Work-life balance is important; you ll get 25 days holiday a year and, via our flexible benefits package the option to buy/sell and carry over from the year before. This will increase with length of service (5/10years) - You can work around core hours with flexible and part-time working - Our flexible benefits package includes; dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, taste cards and more - You ll have a dedicated People Manager to help you develop your career and guide you on your journey through BAE - You ll be part of our Annual Bonus and Share scheme Travel Please note as a Site Reliability Engineer you may be required to work on client sites and also come into your base office on a regular basis. Expense costs will be covered to client sites if they are further away than your base office. If you have concerns about this; please speak to Corecom Tech Academy for more clarity. The expectation for this role is 3-4 days a week minimum requirement in your base office or as much as your individual project requires (which may be up to 5 days a week). Security Clearance Only those with the permanent and unrestricted right to live and work in the UK will be considered for a position within BAE Systems Digital Intelligence, with strict residency & nationality requirements. Due to the nature of our work, successful candidates for this role will be required to go through Government SC clearance prior to starting with us and DV Clearance shortly before or after joining: DV - Guidance Pack for Applicants: What Happens Next? Apply - Submit your most recent CV below. You ll be asked to answer a couple of our screening questions - but don t worry! You don t need any specific tech background to apply. Qualification Call A short 15-minute phone call to share the role and details, and find out about you. Short Video Interview - We ll invite you to a 30-minute Teams video call to learn about you, discuss the role, and ask a few competency-based questions on problem-solving and time management. Technical Aptitude Test - You'll be sent a short, online technical aptitude test We don t believe you should spend hours completing tasks or learning things before you start! In-Person Interview - It s your time to shine! Successful candidates will be invited to our in-person assessment centre with the client Offer - Both happy things are a good fit? We'll offer you a place and send you joining instructions with course details, start date, and other important information. For this role, the start date is 11th January 2027 with in-person assessments to be held w/c 23rd November 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in the world of technology and join a growing Tech Academy & industry renowned business that puts you, the employee, first! At Corecom Tech Academy, we don t just accept differences, we celebrate them and thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our clients and our candidates. Internally, we thrive from our differences and want our employees to be proud to be themselves and proud to be CTA. Externally, we utilise those differences to help our clients and candidates strive for a more diverse and inclusive world.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Do you enjoy developing innovative software solutions that tackle challenging real-world problems? Are you motivated by working with cutting-edge technologies that contribute directly to the UK's cyber capabilities? Dstl is looking for a Senior Cyber Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing software tools, prototypes and proof-of-concept capabilities that support cyber operations and technical research. Working in a collaborative engineering environment, you will apply your software development expertise to transform complex technical challenges into practical, operationally relevant solutions Why join us? You'll work with modern programming languages and development practices, designing and building software that supports advanced cyber research, vulnerability analysis and capability development. Alongside developing robust and resilient code, you'll contribute to solving complex technical problems involving communication systems, protocols and binary analysis. We are seeking talented engineers who combine strong technical ability with curiosity, adaptability and a passion for learning. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts from across science, engineering and cyber disciplines, access unique facilities and technologies, and contribute to capabilities that support the UK's current and future defence and national security needs. Whether your background is in software engineering, systems development or cyber technologies, this role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in an environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and maintain innovative software tools, prototypes and technical capabilities using a range of modern programming languages. Transform research outputs and technical concepts into operationally relevant software solutions. Develop secure and resilient software, applying safe coding principles throughout the development lifecycle. Identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within software systems and applications. Work within Agile software development environments, contributing to rapid and effective delivery. Use modern software engineering tools and practices, including version control and collaborative development workflows. Apply knowledge of communication systems, protocols and binary analysis to solve complex technical challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical outcomes and continuously improve engineering approaches. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong software development experience in Python. Experience developing applications in C, C++ or a comparable programming language. Experience developing software using Agile delivery methodologies. Experience using Git and collaborative version-control platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with Linux environments, including Bash scripting. Experience solving complex software engineering problems and producing robust technical solutions. The ability to analyse technical information from multiple sources and make sound engineering judgements Please review the attached job description for more detailed information. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Do you enjoy developing innovative software solutions that tackle challenging real-world problems? Are you motivated by working with cutting-edge technologies that contribute directly to the UK's cyber capabilities? Dstl is looking for a Senior Cyber Software Engineer to join a highly skilled team developing software tools, prototypes and proof-of-concept capabilities that support cyber operations and technical research. Working in a collaborative engineering environment, you will apply your software development expertise to transform complex technical challenges into practical, operationally relevant solutions Why join us? You'll work with modern programming languages and development practices, designing and building software that supports advanced cyber research, vulnerability analysis and capability development. Alongside developing robust and resilient code, you'll contribute to solving complex technical problems involving communication systems, protocols and binary analysis. We are seeking talented engineers who combine strong technical ability with curiosity, adaptability and a passion for learning. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experts from across science, engineering and cyber disciplines, access unique facilities and technologies, and contribute to capabilities that support the UK's current and future defence and national security needs. Whether your background is in software engineering, systems development or cyber technologies, this role offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in an environment where innovation, collaboration and technical excellence are at the heart of everything we do. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and maintain innovative software tools, prototypes and technical capabilities using a range of modern programming languages. Transform research outputs and technical concepts into operationally relevant software solutions. Develop secure and resilient software, applying safe coding principles throughout the development lifecycle. Identify and mitigate potential vulnerabilities within software systems and applications. Work within Agile software development environments, contributing to rapid and effective delivery. Use modern software engineering tools and practices, including version control and collaborative development workflows. Apply knowledge of communication systems, protocols and binary analysis to solve complex technical challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality technical outcomes and continuously improve engineering approaches. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong software development experience in Python. Experience developing applications in C, C++ or a comparable programming language. Experience developing software using Agile delivery methodologies. Experience using Git and collaborative version-control platforms such as GitHub or GitLab. Experience working with Linux environments, including Bash scripting. Experience solving complex software engineering problems and producing robust technical solutions. The ability to analyse technical information from multiple sources and make sound engineering judgements Please review the attached job description for more detailed information. Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you an experienced cyber security specialist with a passion for reverse engineering, vulnerability research and solving some of the UK's most complex technical challenges? We are seeking a Principal Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to provide technical leadership in the identification, analysis and exploitation of vulnerabilities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Working at the forefront of cyber research, you will lead high-impact investigations that help inform critical operational decisions, influence future capability development and strengthen national security. Why join us? This is a senior technical role where you will apply your expertise in reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment and software analysis to tackle challenging and often ambiguous problems. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, customers and partner organisations, providing authoritative technical advice and delivering robust, evidence-based outcomes. Alongside leading technical delivery, you will shape research approaches, develop innovative tools and methodologies, and play a key role in mentoring and developing less experienced engineers and researchers. If you thrive in a highly technical environment, enjoy solving complex problems and want to make a meaningful impact through cutting-edge cyber research, we would like to hear from you. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do Lead complex cyber vulnerability research activities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Conduct software reverse engineering using industry-standard tools and techniques. Identify, assess and exploit software vulnerabilities and security weaknesses. Provide authoritative technical advice and recommendations to a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders. Develop and improve vulnerability research tools, techniques and methodologies. Lead technical investigations and coordinate specialist activities to deliver high-quality outcomes. Produce clear technical reports, assessments and evidence-based recommendations. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, government customers and external partners. Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to engineers and researchers. Support the growth of organisational capability through knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional conduct in all aspects of work. Person specification What we're looking for Degree in a relevant STEM subject such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent relevant experience. Technical Knowledge and Skills Strong experience using reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro or equivalent. Experience conducting static and dynamic software analysis. Knowledge of assembly languages, including x86 and/or ARM. Strong programming capability in C and/or C++. Experience identifying, assessing and exploiting software vulnerabilities. Ability to evaluate complex technical problems and communicate risk-based recommendations effectively. Experience selecting and applying vulnerability research methodologies to new and challenging problems. Ability to provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Experience Leading complex software reverse engineering and vulnerability research activities. Using advanced analysis tools and techniques to understand software behaviour and identify vulnerabilities. Producing authoritative technical assessments and recommendations. Leading teams to deliver complex technical outcomes. Coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues. Building strong collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £51,568, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £14,939 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you an experienced cyber security specialist with a passion for reverse engineering, vulnerability research and solving some of the UK's most complex technical challenges? We are seeking a Principal Cyber Vulnerability Researcher to provide technical leadership in the identification, analysis and exploitation of vulnerabilities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Working at the forefront of cyber research, you will lead high-impact investigations that help inform critical operational decisions, influence future capability development and strengthen national security. Why join us? This is a senior technical role where you will apply your expertise in reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment and software analysis to tackle challenging and often ambiguous problems. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, customers and partner organisations, providing authoritative technical advice and delivering robust, evidence-based outcomes. Alongside leading technical delivery, you will shape research approaches, develop innovative tools and methodologies, and play a key role in mentoring and developing less experienced engineers and researchers. If you thrive in a highly technical environment, enjoy solving complex problems and want to make a meaningful impact through cutting-edge cyber research, we would like to hear from you. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do Lead complex cyber vulnerability research activities across software, hardware and embedded systems. Conduct software reverse engineering using industry-standard tools and techniques. Identify, assess and exploit software vulnerabilities and security weaknesses. Provide authoritative technical advice and recommendations to a range of technical and non-technical stakeholders. Develop and improve vulnerability research tools, techniques and methodologies. Lead technical investigations and coordinate specialist activities to deliver high-quality outcomes. Produce clear technical reports, assessments and evidence-based recommendations. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, government customers and external partners. Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to engineers and researchers. Support the growth of organisational capability through knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional conduct in all aspects of work. Person specification What we're looking for Degree in a relevant STEM subject such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent relevant experience. Technical Knowledge and Skills Strong experience using reverse engineering tools such as Ghidra, IDA Pro or equivalent. Experience conducting static and dynamic software analysis. Knowledge of assembly languages, including x86 and/or ARM. Strong programming capability in C and/or C++. Experience identifying, assessing and exploiting software vulnerabilities. Ability to evaluate complex technical problems and communicate risk-based recommendations effectively. Experience selecting and applying vulnerability research methodologies to new and challenging problems. Ability to provide technical leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Experience Leading complex software reverse engineering and vulnerability research activities. Using advanced analysis tools and techniques to understand software behaviour and identify vulnerabilities. Producing authoritative technical assessments and recommendations. Leading teams to deliver complex technical outcomes. Coaching, mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues. Building strong collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Leadership Benefits Alongside your salary of £51,568, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £14,939 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Join Dstl and help develop advanced cyber and electronic capabilities that support the UK's national security interests. As a Senior Cyber Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Embedded Engineer, you will work on complex and technically challenging projects, designing and delivering innovative signal processing, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions that have a real-world operational impact. Why join us? Working within multidisciplinary teams of engineers, scientists and technical specialists, you'll solve complex problems across software and hardware domains, influence technical direction, and help shape future capabilities. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to mission-critical programmes, and collaborate with partners across government, industry and academia. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy tackling difficult technical challenges, combining deep technical expertise with practical problem-solving and systems thinking. Alongside delivering innovative solutions, you'll help develop technical capability across the organisation through mentoring, technical leadership and knowledge sharing. You'll be supported to maintain and grow your professional expertise, explore emerging technologies and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices, tools and ways of working. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Design, develop and deliver advanced DSP, embedded software and FPGA-based solutions to support complex cyber and defence challenges. Develop and implement high-performance algorithms and real-time signal processing capabilities that improve operational effectiveness and system performance. Shape technical architectures and make significant contributions to software and hardware design decisions. Work across multidisciplinary teams to solve complex engineering problems and deliver technical outcomes to cost, quality and schedule requirements. Translate customer and stakeholder requirements into practical, robust and scalable technical solutions. Produce high-quality technical documentation, provide authoritative technical advice and support technical reviews. Support integration, testing and debugging activities across software and hardware environments. Share knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to developing engineering capability within the wider team. Drive continual improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance tools, processes and engineering approaches. Maintain high standards of security, safety and professional engineering practice throughout your work. Person specification What we're looking for; You should have experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital Signal Processing, including filtering, FFTs and real-time signal analysis. Embedded systems development using microcontrollers, RTOS or embedded Linux platforms. C/C++ software development for performance-critical applications. FPGA development using VHDL. Software-hardware integration, debugging and system optimisation. You will also be able to demonstrate: Experience delivering DSP and embedded engineering solutions within a professional engineering, science or technology environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders to develop effective technical solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. A relevant STEM degree, or equivalent qualifications and experience. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Qualifications Relevant STEM-based degree such as Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics. Individual with equivalent skills qualifications or experience are also actively encouraged to apply. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours, job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: This role requires a minimum of 80% on site attendance. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you excited by the potential of Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the most complex challenges facing national security and defence?Dstl is seeking a Senior Cyber Artificial Intelligence Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team at the forefront of AI innovation. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to research, develop and apply cutting-edge AI technologies within cyber programmes, helping transform emerging capabilities into practical solutions that deliver real-world impact. You will work on challenging technical problems, exploring the application of generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems to support operational effectiveness and decision-making. Working closely with scientists, engineers, cyber specialists and stakeholders, you will evaluate novel technologies, assess their strengths and limitations, and help shape their safe, responsible and effective use. As a senior technical specialist, you will play a key role in developing AI capability across the organisation. You will provide technical leadership, support the delivery of complex projects, advise customers and stakeholders, and mentor less experienced colleagues. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a unique environment where innovation, technical excellence and collaboration are essential to delivering outcomes of national importance. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Research, develop and apply AI technologies to solve complex cyber and defence challenges. Evaluate emerging AI capabilities, including generative AI, large language models, foundation models and autonomous systems. Assess the performance, effectiveness, risks and limitations of AI systems, producing evidence-based recommendations. Contribute to the assurance, testing and validation of AI-enabled capabilities. Develop innovative approaches, tools and methodologies that enhance AI capability and operational effectiveness. Provide authoritative technical advice and guidance to customers, stakeholders and project teams. Produce high-quality technical reports, assessments and briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences. Lead technical activities within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes. Support the development of organisational AI expertise through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong knowledge of Artificial Intelligence technologies, including generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems. Strong Python programming skills and experience using AI development frameworks and tooling. Experience evaluating, testing or assuring AI systems using evidence-based and analytical approaches. Strong software engineering, problem-solving and technical leadership capabilities. Experience applying AI technologies to solve complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience making robust technical assessments from diverse and incomplete sources of information. Experience leading and contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
10/11/2026
Full time
At Dstl, our vision is to have a modern way of working efficiently, accommodating and enabling our people to create, collaborate and deliver. To do this successfully in this job will require attendance at a Dstl location, Government Departments including wider MoD or Delivery and Mission Partner premises for at least 80% of your working time. About the job Job summary Are you excited by the potential of Artificial Intelligence to solve some of the most complex challenges facing national security and defence?Dstl is seeking a Senior Cyber Artificial Intelligence Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team at the forefront of AI innovation. Why join us? This role offers the opportunity to research, develop and apply cutting-edge AI technologies within cyber programmes, helping transform emerging capabilities into practical solutions that deliver real-world impact. You will work on challenging technical problems, exploring the application of generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems to support operational effectiveness and decision-making. Working closely with scientists, engineers, cyber specialists and stakeholders, you will evaluate novel technologies, assess their strengths and limitations, and help shape their safe, responsible and effective use. As a senior technical specialist, you will play a key role in developing AI capability across the organisation. You will provide technical leadership, support the delivery of complex projects, advise customers and stakeholders, and mentor less experienced colleagues. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a unique environment where innovation, technical excellence and collaboration are essential to delivering outcomes of national importance. This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Job description What you'll do; Research, develop and apply AI technologies to solve complex cyber and defence challenges. Evaluate emerging AI capabilities, including generative AI, large language models, foundation models and autonomous systems. Assess the performance, effectiveness, risks and limitations of AI systems, producing evidence-based recommendations. Contribute to the assurance, testing and validation of AI-enabled capabilities. Develop innovative approaches, tools and methodologies that enhance AI capability and operational effectiveness. Provide authoritative technical advice and guidance to customers, stakeholders and project teams. Produce high-quality technical reports, assessments and briefings for both technical and non-technical audiences. Lead technical activities within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes. Support the development of organisational AI expertise through mentoring, coaching and knowledge sharing. For more information on the job responsibilities, please see the job profile attached below. Person specification What we're looking for A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or Mathematics, or equivalent professional experience. Strong knowledge of Artificial Intelligence technologies, including generative AI, large language models (LLMs), foundation models and autonomous systems. Strong Python programming skills and experience using AI development frameworks and tooling. Experience evaluating, testing or assuring AI systems using evidence-based and analytical approaches. Strong software engineering, problem-solving and technical leadership capabilities. Experience applying AI technologies to solve complex and non-routine technical challenges. Experience making robust technical assessments from diverse and incomplete sources of information. Experience leading and contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Experience coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues. The ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences. Please review the attached job description for more detailed information Important Information: Our work in defence, security and intelligence requires our employees to be UK Nationals who are able to gain a high level of security clearance to undertake the projects we are involved in to protect us from security threats. For this reason, only UK Nationals will be able to apply for this role. If you are an international or dual-national candidate, and you think you have the skills we need, please consider applying to any of our government, security or defence partners. This role will require Develop Vetting and you should have resided in the UK for the past 10 years. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Delivering at Pace Communicating and Influencing Working Together Changing and Improving Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window). Benefits Dstl s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes: Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution ( find out more here ). In Year Rewarding Achievement bonuses and thank you vouchers. Rental deposit scheme and cycle to work scheme. Allowances: This role is eligible for an additional specialist allowance of £2758 annually subject to meeting extended onboarding requirements. The role may be eligible for additional skills allowances depending on the skills and experience of the applicant. Flexible working : Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month. Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview. Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum. Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning. Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.
Wolviston Management Services
Darlington, County Durham
RF Test EngineerThe Opportunity Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an experienced RF Test Engineer to join their established engineering team. Our client operates within the highly specialised semiconductor industry, developing and manufacturing advanced technologies for demanding RF and microwave applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled engineer with experience in RF testing, semiconductor device characterisation and automated test systems to join an innovative engineering environment. You will play a key role in developing, maintaining and improving wafer-level semiconductor test capabilities, supporting new product introduction, production performance and continuous improvement. The Role As RF Test Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, accuracy and efficiency of RF and DC wafer-level testing systems. Working closely with Product Engineering, Production and wider technical teams, you will support the development of new test methodologies, optimise existing systems and provide specialist technical expertise to ensure consistent product quality and performance. Key responsibilities will include: Managing, maintaining and improving RF and DC wafer-level semiconductor test systems. Developing and implementing RF test methodologies, including S-Parameters, Noise Figure, Golden Wafer and Gauge R&R. Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring appropriate test capabilities are established for production. Developing and optimising test hardware, software, algorithms and automated test systems. Supporting the development and improvement of LabVIEW-based test applications. Specifying, procuring and commissioning probe cards and specialist test equipment. Analysing semiconductor test data, producing wafer maps, Statistical Process Control (SPC) reports, correlation studies and product performance reports. Investigating and resolving production test issues to minimise disruption and improve equipment performance. Carrying out semiconductor device characterisation, evaluation and diagnostic testing. Developing and maintaining technical documentation, test procedures, operating instructions and equipment records. Providing technical guidance, training and support to Test Technicians, Operators and Production colleagues. Identifying opportunities to improve test efficiency, reliability, repeatability and overall production performance. Promoting a strong culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence and safe working practices. About You We are keen to hear from experienced RF Test Engineers or semiconductor test professionals who have a strong technical background and a practical, hands-on approach to engineering challenges. To be considered, you will ideally have: An HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related technical discipline. Experience in semiconductor device testing, ideally within a volume manufacturing environment. Practical experience developing, maintaining or supporting RF and/or DC semiconductor test systems. Strong knowledge of RF and microwave test equipment, including Vector Network Analysers (VNAs), spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes and signal generators. Programming experience using languages such as LabVIEW, C++, C#, .NET or Visual Basic. Experience analysing test data and applying statistical techniques, including SPC. Strong fault-finding, analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering and production teams. A proactive approach to continuous improvement and a willingness to share technical knowledge. Desirable experience includes: Experience selecting, specifying and commissioning semiconductor test equipment. Hands-on LabVIEW programming and automated test development. Experience supervising or supporting engineering and technical teams. Personal Attributes We are looking for a motivated and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and contributing to a high-performing engineering environment. You will be comfortable taking ownership of technical challenges, working independently and collaborating with colleagues to deliver reliable, high-quality engineering solutions. A practical mindset, strong attention to detail and a commitment to improving test processes and equipment performance will be essential. Additional Requirements The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance and may also be required to meet UK Eyes Only and ITAR requirements. Some flexibility may be required to support operational needs, including occasional work outside standard office hours. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist semiconductor engineering environment where you will play an important role in developing and improving advanced RF and microwave test capabilities. You will have the opportunity to work with sophisticated test equipment, contribute to new product development and collaborate with experienced engineering professionals on technically challenging projects. For an engineer who enjoys combining hands-on technical expertise with innovation and continuous improvement, this role offers an exciting next step. Interested? If you have experience in RF testing, semiconductor manufacturing or automated test engineering and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Wolviston Management Services for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.
10/11/2026
Full time
RF Test EngineerThe Opportunity Wolviston Management Services are delighted to be supporting our client in the recruitment of an experienced RF Test Engineer to join their established engineering team. Our client operates within the highly specialised semiconductor industry, developing and manufacturing advanced technologies for demanding RF and microwave applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled engineer with experience in RF testing, semiconductor device characterisation and automated test systems to join an innovative engineering environment. You will play a key role in developing, maintaining and improving wafer-level semiconductor test capabilities, supporting new product introduction, production performance and continuous improvement. The Role As RF Test Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, accuracy and efficiency of RF and DC wafer-level testing systems. Working closely with Product Engineering, Production and wider technical teams, you will support the development of new test methodologies, optimise existing systems and provide specialist technical expertise to ensure consistent product quality and performance. Key responsibilities will include: Managing, maintaining and improving RF and DC wafer-level semiconductor test systems. Developing and implementing RF test methodologies, including S-Parameters, Noise Figure, Golden Wafer and Gauge R&R. Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring appropriate test capabilities are established for production. Developing and optimising test hardware, software, algorithms and automated test systems. Supporting the development and improvement of LabVIEW-based test applications. Specifying, procuring and commissioning probe cards and specialist test equipment. Analysing semiconductor test data, producing wafer maps, Statistical Process Control (SPC) reports, correlation studies and product performance reports. Investigating and resolving production test issues to minimise disruption and improve equipment performance. Carrying out semiconductor device characterisation, evaluation and diagnostic testing. Developing and maintaining technical documentation, test procedures, operating instructions and equipment records. Providing technical guidance, training and support to Test Technicians, Operators and Production colleagues. Identifying opportunities to improve test efficiency, reliability, repeatability and overall production performance. Promoting a strong culture of continuous improvement, technical excellence and safe working practices. About You We are keen to hear from experienced RF Test Engineers or semiconductor test professionals who have a strong technical background and a practical, hands-on approach to engineering challenges. To be considered, you will ideally have: An HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or a related technical discipline. Experience in semiconductor device testing, ideally within a volume manufacturing environment. Practical experience developing, maintaining or supporting RF and/or DC semiconductor test systems. Strong knowledge of RF and microwave test equipment, including Vector Network Analysers (VNAs), spectrum analysers, oscilloscopes and signal generators. Programming experience using languages such as LabVIEW, C++, C#, .NET or Visual Basic. Experience analysing test data and applying statistical techniques, including SPC. Strong fault-finding, analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across engineering and production teams. A proactive approach to continuous improvement and a willingness to share technical knowledge. Desirable experience includes: Experience selecting, specifying and commissioning semiconductor test equipment. Hands-on LabVIEW programming and automated test development. Experience supervising or supporting engineering and technical teams. Personal Attributes We are looking for a motivated and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and contributing to a high-performing engineering environment. You will be comfortable taking ownership of technical challenges, working independently and collaborating with colleagues to deliver reliable, high-quality engineering solutions. A practical mindset, strong attention to detail and a commitment to improving test processes and equipment performance will be essential. Additional Requirements The successful candidate must be eligible to obtain UK Security Check (SC) clearance and may also be required to meet UK Eyes Only and ITAR requirements. Some flexibility may be required to support operational needs, including occasional work outside standard office hours. Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a specialist semiconductor engineering environment where you will play an important role in developing and improving advanced RF and microwave test capabilities. You will have the opportunity to work with sophisticated test equipment, contribute to new product development and collaborate with experienced engineering professionals on technically challenging projects. For an engineer who enjoys combining hands-on technical expertise with innovation and continuous improvement, this role offers an exciting next step. Interested? If you have experience in RF testing, semiconductor manufacturing or automated test engineering and are looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Wolviston Management Services for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.
Field Services Engineer Location: Home Based / Field Based, travel to customer sites around North West London Hours: 37.5 hours per week, typically 7.5 hours per day Equipment Provided: Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone & fuel card Security Clearance: Required or we can put you through this if successful We're looking for an experienced Field Services Engineer to join a growing IT services team, providing on-site technical support across a range of customer environments. This is a home-based position , however you will be allocated to different customer sites by a central PMO team depending on business requirements. You'll therefore need to be comfortable travelling regularly and working across multiple customer environments. The role will involve a mixture of desk-side support, field services, hardware and software troubleshooting, Tech Bar support and general BAU IT support . Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality desk-side and field-based IT support across multiple customer sites Troubleshoot and resolve common desktop, hardware and software issues Take end-to-end ownership of incidents and service requests Provide regular updates on open tickets and ensure SLAs are met Attend scheduled customer Tech Bars / IT surgeries Provide planned and unplanned cover for Site Engineers when required Investigate technical issues and escalate appropriately to 3rd Line Support Build strong relationships with end users and provide an excellent customer experience Work in line with customer processes, procedures and ITIL best practice Support continuous improvement across service delivery What We're Looking For Previous experience within a Field Services, Desk Side, Desktop Support or IT Support Engineer position Strong hardware and software troubleshooting experience Experience working within multi-vendor or complex IT environments would be advantageous Good understanding of ITIL best practice Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload Confident working independently across different customer environments Flexible and comfortable with regular travel to different customer sites Security Clearance required Full UK driving licence There may occasionally be requirements to travel further afield and stay overnight, with hotel accommodation provided . This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, working with different customers, technologies and environments , rather than being based at the same site every day. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
10/11/2026
Full time
Field Services Engineer Location: Home Based / Field Based, travel to customer sites around North West London Hours: 37.5 hours per week, typically 7.5 hours per day Equipment Provided: Company vehicle, laptop and mobile phone & fuel card Security Clearance: Required or we can put you through this if successful We're looking for an experienced Field Services Engineer to join a growing IT services team, providing on-site technical support across a range of customer environments. This is a home-based position , however you will be allocated to different customer sites by a central PMO team depending on business requirements. You'll therefore need to be comfortable travelling regularly and working across multiple customer environments. The role will involve a mixture of desk-side support, field services, hardware and software troubleshooting, Tech Bar support and general BAU IT support . Key Responsibilities Provide high-quality desk-side and field-based IT support across multiple customer sites Troubleshoot and resolve common desktop, hardware and software issues Take end-to-end ownership of incidents and service requests Provide regular updates on open tickets and ensure SLAs are met Attend scheduled customer Tech Bars / IT surgeries Provide planned and unplanned cover for Site Engineers when required Investigate technical issues and escalate appropriately to 3rd Line Support Build strong relationships with end users and provide an excellent customer experience Work in line with customer processes, procedures and ITIL best practice Support continuous improvement across service delivery What We're Looking For Previous experience within a Field Services, Desk Side, Desktop Support or IT Support Engineer position Strong hardware and software troubleshooting experience Experience working within multi-vendor or complex IT environments would be advantageous Good understanding of ITIL best practice Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability to manage and prioritise your own workload Confident working independently across different customer environments Flexible and comfortable with regular travel to different customer sites Security Clearance required Full UK driving licence There may occasionally be requirements to travel further afield and stay overnight, with hotel accommodation provided . This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, working with different customers, technologies and environments , rather than being based at the same site every day. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Join a proven firmware engineering team delivering advanced solutions for defence and related electronic systems. You will help design, develop and verify FPGA firmware for mission-critical products, working with modern FPGA and System-on-Chip technologies in a structured, quality-driven engineering environment. This is an opportunity to shape reusable firmware architectures, solve complex technical challenges, and influence how firmware is designed, verified and delivered across multi-disciplinary programmes. What you'll do Architect FPGA firmware designs that promote reuse, scalability and maintainability. Design FPGA firmware using VHDL or SystemVerilog. Verify FPGA firmware using Hardware Verification Languages or Hardware Description Languages. Develop and improve verification test benches, simulation environments and verification methodologies. Work alongside systems, software and hardware engineers to deliver complete electronic systems. Contribute to requirements definition, architecture, design, verification and validation. Enhance firmware processes through documentation, scripting, reporting and automation. Collaborate effectively with internal teams, customers and integration facilities. Deliver firmware projects to agreed time, cost and quality targets. What we're looking for You will bring demonstrable firmware engineering experience within defence, aerospace or transportation, ideally including exposure to external customers and internal engineering stakeholders. Essential experience A relevant degree in Electronics or a related discipline - BEng, MEng, EngD or PhD. You will bring demonstrable experience in FPGA firmware design and verification, including the ability to deliver complex firmware solutions within a structured engineering environment. Strong FPGA design experience using VHDL or SystemVerilog. Experience verifying FPGA firmware using test benches and simulation tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while contributing within a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable technical experience FPGA architectures: Xilinx/AMD, Altera/Intel, Microsemi/Microchip, Lattice. Development tools: Vivado, Vitis, Quartus, Libero, Diamond, Radiant, Precision or Propel. Verification methodologies: OSVVM, UVVM or UVM. Simulation tools: Siemens ModelSim/QuestaSim or AMD XSim. Scripting: TCL and/or Python. Requirements management: IBM Rational DOORS or Siemens Polarion. Interface and protocol knowledge: PCIe, Ethernet, serial communications, AXI4, OCP, Wishbone, JESD204, CameraLink or SMPTE. Object-oriented design techniques. Algorithm development using MATLAB or Simulink. Linux development environments. Familiarity with process assurance standards such as DO-254, IEC 61508, ISO 26262 or OpenCPI. Awareness of cyber-security standards, particularly IEC 62443. What we offer As a People 1st Employer, we are committed to supporting your long-term engineering career. You will have access to: Support for Professional Registration applications, including Chartership. Funding for membership of a relevant professional engineering body. A comprehensive e-learning platform and structured development pathways. Clear progression routes towards Firmware Architect, Firmware Engineering Manager, or recognised Thales Specialist or Expert roles. Hybrid working, with regular time required at customer sites and/or integration facilities. Who will thrive here You will be a proactive team player with a "can-do" attitude, comfortable solving complex problems and asking challenging questions. You will manage your own workload effectively, contribute to wider operational goals, and bring ideas that strengthen our products, processes and engineering capability. We welcome candidates who promote inclusiveness, collaboration and diverse thinking in everything they do. Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
09/11/2026
Full time
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Join a proven firmware engineering team delivering advanced solutions for defence and related electronic systems. You will help design, develop and verify FPGA firmware for mission-critical products, working with modern FPGA and System-on-Chip technologies in a structured, quality-driven engineering environment. This is an opportunity to shape reusable firmware architectures, solve complex technical challenges, and influence how firmware is designed, verified and delivered across multi-disciplinary programmes. What you'll do Architect FPGA firmware designs that promote reuse, scalability and maintainability. Design FPGA firmware using VHDL or SystemVerilog. Verify FPGA firmware using Hardware Verification Languages or Hardware Description Languages. Develop and improve verification test benches, simulation environments and verification methodologies. Work alongside systems, software and hardware engineers to deliver complete electronic systems. Contribute to requirements definition, architecture, design, verification and validation. Enhance firmware processes through documentation, scripting, reporting and automation. Collaborate effectively with internal teams, customers and integration facilities. Deliver firmware projects to agreed time, cost and quality targets. What we're looking for You will bring demonstrable firmware engineering experience within defence, aerospace or transportation, ideally including exposure to external customers and internal engineering stakeholders. Essential experience A relevant degree in Electronics or a related discipline - BEng, MEng, EngD or PhD. You will bring demonstrable experience in FPGA firmware design and verification, including the ability to deliver complex firmware solutions within a structured engineering environment. Strong FPGA design experience using VHDL or SystemVerilog. Experience verifying FPGA firmware using test benches and simulation tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while contributing within a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable technical experience FPGA architectures: Xilinx/AMD, Altera/Intel, Microsemi/Microchip, Lattice. Development tools: Vivado, Vitis, Quartus, Libero, Diamond, Radiant, Precision or Propel. Verification methodologies: OSVVM, UVVM or UVM. Simulation tools: Siemens ModelSim/QuestaSim or AMD XSim. Scripting: TCL and/or Python. Requirements management: IBM Rational DOORS or Siemens Polarion. Interface and protocol knowledge: PCIe, Ethernet, serial communications, AXI4, OCP, Wishbone, JESD204, CameraLink or SMPTE. Object-oriented design techniques. Algorithm development using MATLAB or Simulink. Linux development environments. Familiarity with process assurance standards such as DO-254, IEC 61508, ISO 26262 or OpenCPI. Awareness of cyber-security standards, particularly IEC 62443. What we offer As a People 1st Employer, we are committed to supporting your long-term engineering career. You will have access to: Support for Professional Registration applications, including Chartership. Funding for membership of a relevant professional engineering body. A comprehensive e-learning platform and structured development pathways. Clear progression routes towards Firmware Architect, Firmware Engineering Manager, or recognised Thales Specialist or Expert roles. Hybrid working, with regular time required at customer sites and/or integration facilities. Who will thrive here You will be a proactive team player with a "can-do" attitude, comfortable solving complex problems and asking challenging questions. You will manage your own workload effectively, contribute to wider operational goals, and bring ideas that strengthen our products, processes and engineering capability. We welcome candidates who promote inclusiveness, collaboration and diverse thinking in everything they do. Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Job Advertisement: Real-time Embedded Software Engineer Are you ready to innovate and make a significant impact in the field of real-time embedded software development? Thales is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Software Engineers to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge multi-discipline programmes. If you possess the skills and passion for software engineering, we want to hear from you! Overview of Thales Integrated Airspace Surveillance (IAS): Thales IAS provides advanced surveillance solutions designed to ensure the security and safety of airspace. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology and robust engineering expertise, our systems offer comprehensive situational awareness, enabling effective and efficient airspace management. Be part of a team that pioneers solutions for critical applications in air traffic control, air defence, and homeland security. Primary Purpose: As a Real-time Embedded Software Engineer at Thales, you will collaborate with a team of Software Engineers on diverse projects, participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle. Your role will focus on designing, developing, and integrating embedded software solutions for high-tech sub-systems and processor-driven boards. With a military application focus, our products range from land vehicle platforms and missiles to advanced training systems. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop real-time embedded software solutions. Integrate and debug solutions on target hardware, addressing hardware/software integration issues. Target multiple real-time platforms (e.g., VxWorks, MicroC/OS, Linux, FreeRTOS) using C and/or C++. Participate in various software lifecycle methodologies. Manage software requirements and traceability using industry best practices. Plan and execute software tests (Unit, Integration, System Level). Develop reusable software solutions. Document all aspects of the software production process according to company standards. Skills and Experience: Essential: Knowledge of embedded real-time development and the hardware/software interface. Understanding of real-time operating system behavior and software requirements analysis. Proficiency in procedural (C) and object-oriented (C++) languages. Understanding of data communications (e.g., 1553, RS422) and networking principles. Practical experience in real-time embedded development, integrating and debugging on target hardware, and using real-time operating systems. Track record in developing C/C++ applications. Awareness of the principles and levels of software testing. Desirable: Knowledge of UML and Agile development methodologies. Experience in Graphical User Interface design and development. Understanding of software configuration control. Ability to undertake roles beyond software development, such as Software Architect or Software Engineering Manager. Practical experience in model-driven software development, using change management and version control systems, and developing under a range of software methodologies. Values & Behaviours: Display innovation and self-motivation. Possess a passion for software engineering and a willingness to stay current with industry developments. Work efficiently both within a team and individually. Demonstrate dedication and determination in task completion. Qualifications: Essential: A BEng/BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent in computing or a computing-related subject, or an alternative qualification with relevant experience. Desirable: A degree in Micro Electronics & Computing/Software Engineering. Why Thales? Join us and be part of an innovative engineering team that constantly strives to make advancements in real-time embedded software for military applications. At Thales, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, develop your skills, and grow your career in a supportive environment. Apply today and embark on a rewarding career with Thales! Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here, apply now!
09/11/2026
Full time
Location: Belfast, United Kingdom Thales people architect solutions that are relied upon to deliver operational advantage at every decisive moment throughout the mission. Defence and armed forces customers rely on us to deliver the full range of defensive systems for land, sea, and air. From early warning, to threat neutralisation, our platforms cover all levels from very short-range systems, to extended protection across the entire battle-space including Airspace Mobility Solutions, Vehicles and Tactical Systems and Missile Defence, Optronics, and Radar. Together we offer fantastic opportunities for committed employees to learn and develop their career with us. At Thales UK, we research, develop, and supply technology and services that impact the lives of millions of people each day to make life better, and keep us safer. We innovate across the major industries of Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space. Your health and well-being matters to us and that's why we offer you the flexibility to do what's important to you; whether that's part time hours, job sharing, home working, or the ability to flex your start and finish times. Where possible, we support a working pattern that suits your lifestyle and helps you reach your ambitions. Job Advertisement: Real-time Embedded Software Engineer Are you ready to innovate and make a significant impact in the field of real-time embedded software development? Thales is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Software Engineers to join our team and contribute to cutting-edge multi-discipline programmes. If you possess the skills and passion for software engineering, we want to hear from you! Overview of Thales Integrated Airspace Surveillance (IAS): Thales IAS provides advanced surveillance solutions designed to ensure the security and safety of airspace. Leveraging state-of-the-art technology and robust engineering expertise, our systems offer comprehensive situational awareness, enabling effective and efficient airspace management. Be part of a team that pioneers solutions for critical applications in air traffic control, air defence, and homeland security. Primary Purpose: As a Real-time Embedded Software Engineer at Thales, you will collaborate with a team of Software Engineers on diverse projects, participating in all phases of the software development lifecycle. Your role will focus on designing, developing, and integrating embedded software solutions for high-tech sub-systems and processor-driven boards. With a military application focus, our products range from land vehicle platforms and missiles to advanced training systems. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop real-time embedded software solutions. Integrate and debug solutions on target hardware, addressing hardware/software integration issues. Target multiple real-time platforms (e.g., VxWorks, MicroC/OS, Linux, FreeRTOS) using C and/or C++. Participate in various software lifecycle methodologies. Manage software requirements and traceability using industry best practices. Plan and execute software tests (Unit, Integration, System Level). Develop reusable software solutions. Document all aspects of the software production process according to company standards. Skills and Experience: Essential: Knowledge of embedded real-time development and the hardware/software interface. Understanding of real-time operating system behavior and software requirements analysis. Proficiency in procedural (C) and object-oriented (C++) languages. Understanding of data communications (e.g., 1553, RS422) and networking principles. Practical experience in real-time embedded development, integrating and debugging on target hardware, and using real-time operating systems. Track record in developing C/C++ applications. Awareness of the principles and levels of software testing. Desirable: Knowledge of UML and Agile development methodologies. Experience in Graphical User Interface design and development. Understanding of software configuration control. Ability to undertake roles beyond software development, such as Software Architect or Software Engineering Manager. Practical experience in model-driven software development, using change management and version control systems, and developing under a range of software methodologies. Values & Behaviours: Display innovation and self-motivation. Possess a passion for software engineering and a willingness to stay current with industry developments. Work efficiently both within a team and individually. Demonstrate dedication and determination in task completion. Qualifications: Essential: A BEng/BSc (Hons) degree or equivalent in computing or a computing-related subject, or an alternative qualification with relevant experience. Desirable: A degree in Micro Electronics & Computing/Software Engineering. Why Thales? Join us and be part of an innovative engineering team that constantly strives to make advancements in real-time embedded software for military applications. At Thales, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, develop your skills, and grow your career in a supportive environment. Apply today and embark on a rewarding career with Thales! Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. This role will require SC Clearance. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant will undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. In line with Thales' Baseline Security requirements, candidates will be asked to provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK and employment and/or education history for up to three years. Some vacancies may require full Security Clearance which can require further evidence to be provided. For further details of the evidence required to apply for Baseline and Security Clearance please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) Agency. At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Thales UK is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. We will provide reasonable adjustments and support to ensure neuro-diverse applicants or those with a disability or long-term condition can be their best during the recruitment process. To request an adjustment, if you need this job advert in an alternative format or if you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Resourcing Ops for mid to senior roles, or the Early Careers Team for graduate and apprentice roles. Great journeys start here, apply now!
Location: Linthouse Glasgow, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Senior Software Engineer Glasgow - Hybrid working module Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Responsibilities You will: Provide technical leadership and ownership for a software design Develop software primarily in C++ that follows software design and interface control descriptions/specifications and adheres to the software architectures written in UML Work collaboratively with other engineering functions to analyse solution/product level requirements and operational concepts, and contribute to a solution level architecture Understand and contribute to the development of software architectures that consider the constraints placed upon the system, write clear and concise software design definitions and record/capture design decisions/rationale Contribute to the testing activity appropriate to the products Proactively be part of an Agile team and contribute to Agile ceremonies Support peer reviews of others work and generation of materials for major gate reviews Provide coaching and technical support to junior engineers Requirements We would love to hear from you if meet the following: You are a self-motivated software professional with 10+ years of experience Developed with C++ language (essential), as well as experience of working with RTOS/OS in a real-time embedded environment Experience of working with test frameworks (e.g. GoolgeTest, GoogleMock) Experience of working with static analysis tools (e.g. Klocwork, Coverity) and test coverage tools (e.g. Bullseye). Have some exposure to test automation/continuous build & integration Exposure to Rhapsody (or similar tool) and UML is desirable but not essential Experience in requirements management (e.g. DOORS) is desirable Developing software systems to meet international safety systems such as IEC 61508 or DO-178C is desirable undefined Your Career at Thales There is ample opportunity to develop your skills within Thales, developing from senior engineer, to senior technical roles (e.g. Software Architect or Technical Specialist) or management roles (Project Software Engineering Manager) Training is provided through a mixture of mentoring, online and in-person courses. Thales actively encourages membership of professional organisations such as the IET, and will pay membership fees and support individuals to work towards Chartered status. Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. Optronics & Missile Electronics (OME) We enable forces to gather timely, meaningful information so they can make thoughtful, decisive choices that safeguard communities. For more than 130 years, we've championed the development of Optronics for military, scientific and commercial applications. Our expertise covers three sectors: Air, Land and Sea. At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future! At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
09/11/2026
Full time
Location: Linthouse Glasgow, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Senior Software Engineer Glasgow - Hybrid working module Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Responsibilities You will: Provide technical leadership and ownership for a software design Develop software primarily in C++ that follows software design and interface control descriptions/specifications and adheres to the software architectures written in UML Work collaboratively with other engineering functions to analyse solution/product level requirements and operational concepts, and contribute to a solution level architecture Understand and contribute to the development of software architectures that consider the constraints placed upon the system, write clear and concise software design definitions and record/capture design decisions/rationale Contribute to the testing activity appropriate to the products Proactively be part of an Agile team and contribute to Agile ceremonies Support peer reviews of others work and generation of materials for major gate reviews Provide coaching and technical support to junior engineers Requirements We would love to hear from you if meet the following: You are a self-motivated software professional with 10+ years of experience Developed with C++ language (essential), as well as experience of working with RTOS/OS in a real-time embedded environment Experience of working with test frameworks (e.g. GoolgeTest, GoogleMock) Experience of working with static analysis tools (e.g. Klocwork, Coverity) and test coverage tools (e.g. Bullseye). Have some exposure to test automation/continuous build & integration Exposure to Rhapsody (or similar tool) and UML is desirable but not essential Experience in requirements management (e.g. DOORS) is desirable Developing software systems to meet international safety systems such as IEC 61508 or DO-178C is desirable undefined Your Career at Thales There is ample opportunity to develop your skills within Thales, developing from senior engineer, to senior technical roles (e.g. Software Architect or Technical Specialist) or management roles (Project Software Engineering Manager) Training is provided through a mixture of mentoring, online and in-person courses. Thales actively encourages membership of professional organisations such as the IET, and will pay membership fees and support individuals to work towards Chartered status. Security Clearance Requirement: Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires Security Clearance (SC). It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . Connect with Fiona Tal, Talent Acquisition Partner who is eager to explore together with you this exciting opportunity. Optronics & Missile Electronics (OME) We enable forces to gather timely, meaningful information so they can make thoughtful, decisive choices that safeguard communities. For more than 130 years, we've championed the development of Optronics for military, scientific and commercial applications. Our expertise covers three sectors: Air, Land and Sea. At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future! At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Location: Reading, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. AI Researcher Reading (RG2 6GF) - Hybrid Primary Purpose of the Role: To conduct high-impact AI research that develops novel, trustworthy and operationally relevant AI capabilities across Thales UK businesses and for our customers, increasing the quality of our offers, winning new business, strengthening technical differentiation, and improving customer outcomes. As part of the growing software, AI and research capability in cortAIx Factory / cortAIx UK, the AI Researcher will collaborate with AI engineers, AI assurance specialists, human-machine teaming researchers, product owners, domain experts, data engineers and software engineers to turn complex operational and business challenges into validated AI research outcomes, proofs of concept and transferable technical capability. The role will contribute novel AI methods, research assets, technical reports, publications, invention disclosures and reusable experimental approaches to Thales UK's internal catalogue of capabilities, accelerating responsible AI adoption across programmes. The role will connect with data, digital, research and engineering specialists across Thales UK and Group, maturing emerging AI technologies for future deployment and acting as a technical expert on advanced AI research used transversally throughout the business. We are interested in people with a background of both conduct research and delivering across a diverse range of products or industries. We are looking for those who can undertake the research but also understand how to translate this into product. Highly advantageous if you've supported or led bids/bid requirements. Key Responsibilities and Tasks: Conduct applied and experimental AI research to solve complex customer and business problems across defence, aerospace, cyber security, rail, critical national infrastructure and related domains. Develop state-of-the-art AI/ML solutions, proofs of concept and research prototypes using real-world data and operationally relevant problem statements. Investigate, design, implement and evaluate advanced AI methods, including but not limited to deep learning, multimodal AI, self-supervised learning, foundation models, generative AI, computer vision, NLP/LLMs, time-series analytics and reinforcement learning where relevant. Translate business and customer needs into clear research questions, experimental plans, technical requirements and measurable success criteria. Design robust evaluation methodologies, including baselines, benchmarks, ablation studies, uncertainty assessment, robustness testing and performance measurement against operationally meaningful metrics. Collaborate with AI V&V, AI Assurance, Human-Machine Teaming and Applied AI groups to ensure research outputs are trustworthy, human-centred, explainable and suitable for future operational use. Build reproducible research pipelines, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, experiment tracking, evaluation and technical reporting. Ensure Responsible AI practices are embedded throughout the research lifecycle, including robustness, safety, explainability, transparency, fairness, privacy, security and alignment with MOD, regulatory and Thales governance requirements. Create proofs of concept, publications, invention disclosures, patents, technical reports and reusable research assets around advanced AI topics such as multimodal learning, self-supervised learning, foundation models and human-AI collaboration. Package research outputs in a form that enables transition to AI engineering teams, including demonstrator code, model cards, experiment reports, design notes and handover documentation. Support bids, PoCs, demos, customer workshops, innovation campaigns and stakeholder briefings by communicating research concepts and outcomes to technical and non-technical audiences. Work with data engineers, architects and domain experts on data acquisition, labelling strategies, synthetic data approaches, integration of third-party data and data quality management. Horizon scan for major AI research and technology trends, assess relevance to Thales markets, run trials and share best practices to accelerate responsible adoption. Skills, experience and qualifications required Degree/Masters, an equivalent in a relevant Software/AI subject, or equivalent experience. Relevant subject areas may include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline. Strong Python programming skills; proficiency with modern software engineering and research practices, including testing, code quality, reproducibility and collaborative development. Experience conducting AI/ML research or advanced AI development in complex technical environments, preferably including defence, aviation, rail, cyber security, safety-critical, mission-critical or similarly regulated domains. Expertise in ML/DL algorithms and techniques for supervised, unsupervised, self-supervised and, where relevant, reinforcement learning. Proven ability to take AI research from problem framing through experimental design, model development, evaluation and prototype demonstration. Hands-on experience in at least one advanced AI area such as deep neural networks, computer vision, NLP/LLMs, multimodal AI, self-supervised learning, reinforcement learning, time-series analytics or foundation models. Experience with AI frameworks and libraries: PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Hugging Face Transformers; OpenCV for vision applications. Strong understanding of experimental design, statistical evaluation, benchmarking and model validation. Experiment tracking and reproducibility tools, for example MLflow, Weights & Biases or equivalent. Data wrangling and analysis using Pandas, NumPy, SQL; familiarity with Spark or similar is a plus. Model optimisation and research-to-prototype deployment fundamentals, including ONNX, TorchScript, FastAPI/gRPC and GPU acceleration, with CUDA basics desirable. Responsible AI and security awareness: explainability, privacy-preserving methods, bias assessment, safety, assurance, adversarial robustness and secure AI. Scientific and technical writing skills, including preparation of technical reports, research papers, invention disclosures, model cards and experiment reports. Demonstrable experience producing high-quality technical documentation, research outputs, model evaluations or stakeholder briefings. Interpersonal Skills Ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders, including Product Engineering Leaders, Customers, Design Authorities, Project Management, IS/IT, research partners and academic collaborators. Highly effective in a matrix-based organisation; a collaborative team player who drives outcomes while maintaining scientific rigour. Excellent communication skills; able to explain complex AI research concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Curious, creative and intellectually rigorous, with the ability to challenge constructively and develop novel solutions to ambiguous problems. Encourages an open environment where ideas are shared, technical debate is welcomed and innovation thrives. Desirable PhD or equivalent research experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related discipline. Peer-reviewed publications, patents, invention disclosures, open-source contributions or recognised technical innovations. Experience with governance of architecture, research designs or detailed technical designs throughout the project lifecycle. Experience with large-scale data initiatives, data labelling strategies, synthetic data generation and data quality management. Familiarity with MLOps practices and cloud platforms for AI deployment. Experience working with academic partners, research institutions, grant-funded programmes or collaborative research consortia. Experience contributing to bids, proposals, customer demonstrations or externally funded innovation activities. Knowledge of cloud AI services, HPC environments, containerisation and secure research environments is desirable. Security Clearance statement Due the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance- United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK ( ) To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances . click apply for full job details
09/11/2026
Full time
Location: Reading, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. AI Researcher Reading (RG2 6GF) - Hybrid Primary Purpose of the Role: To conduct high-impact AI research that develops novel, trustworthy and operationally relevant AI capabilities across Thales UK businesses and for our customers, increasing the quality of our offers, winning new business, strengthening technical differentiation, and improving customer outcomes. As part of the growing software, AI and research capability in cortAIx Factory / cortAIx UK, the AI Researcher will collaborate with AI engineers, AI assurance specialists, human-machine teaming researchers, product owners, domain experts, data engineers and software engineers to turn complex operational and business challenges into validated AI research outcomes, proofs of concept and transferable technical capability. The role will contribute novel AI methods, research assets, technical reports, publications, invention disclosures and reusable experimental approaches to Thales UK's internal catalogue of capabilities, accelerating responsible AI adoption across programmes. The role will connect with data, digital, research and engineering specialists across Thales UK and Group, maturing emerging AI technologies for future deployment and acting as a technical expert on advanced AI research used transversally throughout the business. We are interested in people with a background of both conduct research and delivering across a diverse range of products or industries. We are looking for those who can undertake the research but also understand how to translate this into product. Highly advantageous if you've supported or led bids/bid requirements. Key Responsibilities and Tasks: Conduct applied and experimental AI research to solve complex customer and business problems across defence, aerospace, cyber security, rail, critical national infrastructure and related domains. Develop state-of-the-art AI/ML solutions, proofs of concept and research prototypes using real-world data and operationally relevant problem statements. Investigate, design, implement and evaluate advanced AI methods, including but not limited to deep learning, multimodal AI, self-supervised learning, foundation models, generative AI, computer vision, NLP/LLMs, time-series analytics and reinforcement learning where relevant. Translate business and customer needs into clear research questions, experimental plans, technical requirements and measurable success criteria. Design robust evaluation methodologies, including baselines, benchmarks, ablation studies, uncertainty assessment, robustness testing and performance measurement against operationally meaningful metrics. Collaborate with AI V&V, AI Assurance, Human-Machine Teaming and Applied AI groups to ensure research outputs are trustworthy, human-centred, explainable and suitable for future operational use. Build reproducible research pipelines, including data preprocessing, feature engineering, model training, experiment tracking, evaluation and technical reporting. Ensure Responsible AI practices are embedded throughout the research lifecycle, including robustness, safety, explainability, transparency, fairness, privacy, security and alignment with MOD, regulatory and Thales governance requirements. Create proofs of concept, publications, invention disclosures, patents, technical reports and reusable research assets around advanced AI topics such as multimodal learning, self-supervised learning, foundation models and human-AI collaboration. Package research outputs in a form that enables transition to AI engineering teams, including demonstrator code, model cards, experiment reports, design notes and handover documentation. Support bids, PoCs, demos, customer workshops, innovation campaigns and stakeholder briefings by communicating research concepts and outcomes to technical and non-technical audiences. Work with data engineers, architects and domain experts on data acquisition, labelling strategies, synthetic data approaches, integration of third-party data and data quality management. Horizon scan for major AI research and technology trends, assess relevance to Thales markets, run trials and share best practices to accelerate responsible adoption. Skills, experience and qualifications required Degree/Masters, an equivalent in a relevant Software/AI subject, or equivalent experience. Relevant subject areas may include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related technical discipline. Strong Python programming skills; proficiency with modern software engineering and research practices, including testing, code quality, reproducibility and collaborative development. Experience conducting AI/ML research or advanced AI development in complex technical environments, preferably including defence, aviation, rail, cyber security, safety-critical, mission-critical or similarly regulated domains. Expertise in ML/DL algorithms and techniques for supervised, unsupervised, self-supervised and, where relevant, reinforcement learning. Proven ability to take AI research from problem framing through experimental design, model development, evaluation and prototype demonstration. Hands-on experience in at least one advanced AI area such as deep neural networks, computer vision, NLP/LLMs, multimodal AI, self-supervised learning, reinforcement learning, time-series analytics or foundation models. Experience with AI frameworks and libraries: PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, Hugging Face Transformers; OpenCV for vision applications. Strong understanding of experimental design, statistical evaluation, benchmarking and model validation. Experiment tracking and reproducibility tools, for example MLflow, Weights & Biases or equivalent. Data wrangling and analysis using Pandas, NumPy, SQL; familiarity with Spark or similar is a plus. Model optimisation and research-to-prototype deployment fundamentals, including ONNX, TorchScript, FastAPI/gRPC and GPU acceleration, with CUDA basics desirable. Responsible AI and security awareness: explainability, privacy-preserving methods, bias assessment, safety, assurance, adversarial robustness and secure AI. Scientific and technical writing skills, including preparation of technical reports, research papers, invention disclosures, model cards and experiment reports. Demonstrable experience producing high-quality technical documentation, research outputs, model evaluations or stakeholder briefings. Interpersonal Skills Ability to engage and influence diverse stakeholders, including Product Engineering Leaders, Customers, Design Authorities, Project Management, IS/IT, research partners and academic collaborators. Highly effective in a matrix-based organisation; a collaborative team player who drives outcomes while maintaining scientific rigour. Excellent communication skills; able to explain complex AI research concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Curious, creative and intellectually rigorous, with the ability to challenge constructively and develop novel solutions to ambiguous problems. Encourages an open environment where ideas are shared, technical debate is welcomed and innovation thrives. Desirable PhD or equivalent research experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related discipline. Peer-reviewed publications, patents, invention disclosures, open-source contributions or recognised technical innovations. Experience with governance of architecture, research designs or detailed technical designs throughout the project lifecycle. Experience with large-scale data initiatives, data labelling strategies, synthetic data generation and data quality management. Familiarity with MLOps practices and cloud platforms for AI deployment. Experience working with academic partners, research institutions, grant-funded programmes or collaborative research consortia. Experience contributing to bids, proposals, customer demonstrations or externally funded innovation activities. Knowledge of cloud AI services, HPC environments, containerisation and secure research environments is desirable. Security Clearance statement Due the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held, however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance- United Kingdom Security Vetting - GOV.UK ( ) To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances . click apply for full job details
Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Software DevOps Engineer - Maritime Mission Systems Location: Cheadle Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Shape the future of DevOps for mission-critical maritime systems We are looking for a Software DevOps Engineer to join our Maritime Mission Systems team in Cheadle. In this role, you'll help modernise and evolve the DevOps platforms that support the development and delivery of world-class sonar capabilities for the Royal Navy and international customers. Working closely with software engineers, you'll improve developer experience, enhance platform performance and availability, and introduce modern DevOps tooling that supports the delivery of mission-critical defence technology. Our purpose is to deliver trusted underwater sensing and decision advantage, working hand-in-hand with navies around the world to safeguard people and nurture global security. Our work spans four sectors: Mine Countermeasures, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Main Responsibilities Support software development teams by maintaining and enhancing DevOps platforms and development tooling. Develop, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines to improve software delivery and deployment. Modernise and migrate legacy development environments using contemporary DevOps practices and technologies. Investigate, evaluate and implement modern DevOps tools, automation solutions and Infrastructure as Code. Develop and support in-house tooling while improving platform performance, availability, monitoring and security. Ideal Experience & Skills Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments, supporting software delivery through CI/CD pipelines. Strong Linux (Red Hat preferred) administration skills with experience of container technologies such as Docker or Podman. Experience with automation and scripting using tools such as Ansible, Bash, Python or Go. Knowledge of container orchestration, infrastructure automation and modern DevOps practices. Understanding of networking, cybersecurity principles, monitoring, logging and Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs). Benefits Performance-related bonus (grade dependent) Car cash allowance (grade dependent) Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) 24 hours paid volunteering leave Private healthcare (grade dependent) Pension scheme Life cover 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts UK Eyes Only Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
09/11/2026
Full time
Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Software DevOps Engineer - Maritime Mission Systems Location: Cheadle Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Shape the future of DevOps for mission-critical maritime systems We are looking for a Software DevOps Engineer to join our Maritime Mission Systems team in Cheadle. In this role, you'll help modernise and evolve the DevOps platforms that support the development and delivery of world-class sonar capabilities for the Royal Navy and international customers. Working closely with software engineers, you'll improve developer experience, enhance platform performance and availability, and introduce modern DevOps tooling that supports the delivery of mission-critical defence technology. Our purpose is to deliver trusted underwater sensing and decision advantage, working hand-in-hand with navies around the world to safeguard people and nurture global security. Our work spans four sectors: Mine Countermeasures, Anti-Submarine Warfare, Services and Future Capabilities. Main Responsibilities Support software development teams by maintaining and enhancing DevOps platforms and development tooling. Develop, maintain and optimise CI/CD pipelines to improve software delivery and deployment. Modernise and migrate legacy development environments using contemporary DevOps practices and technologies. Investigate, evaluate and implement modern DevOps tools, automation solutions and Infrastructure as Code. Develop and support in-house tooling while improving platform performance, availability, monitoring and security. Ideal Experience & Skills Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments, supporting software delivery through CI/CD pipelines. Strong Linux (Red Hat preferred) administration skills with experience of container technologies such as Docker or Podman. Experience with automation and scripting using tools such as Ansible, Bash, Python or Go. Knowledge of container orchestration, infrastructure automation and modern DevOps practices. Understanding of networking, cybersecurity principles, monitoring, logging and Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs). Benefits Performance-related bonus (grade dependent) Car cash allowance (grade dependent) Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with opportunity to buy up to 40 hours/year (pro rata) 24 hours paid volunteering leave Private healthcare (grade dependent) Pension scheme Life cover 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and access to a mental wellbeing app Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers Gym membership discounts UK Eyes Only Due to the nature of the work that we do at Thales, many of our roles are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to be a sole British National from birth and achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats. It would be advantageous if currently held; however, if not currently held, it is a requirement that the successful applicant undergo, achieve, and maintain SC Clearance prior to commencing employment. To be eligible for full SC, you generally need to have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. In some circumstances, a minimum of 3 years' residence in the UK over the last 5 years may be accepted, with additional overseas checks. Please visit the UKSV website for further guidance: . At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 AI Researcher Apprentice - Level 6 Machine Learning Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Crawley Working Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about artificial intelligence, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits of the programme: Earn a salary while studying for your degree Gain hands-on experience in a real AI and engineering environment Receive job-specific training and development Achieve a recognised Level 6 qualification Secure a permanent role from the start of your apprenticeship Have your tuition fees fully paid About the Role As an AI Researcher Apprentice, you will develop the technical knowledge, analytical skills and professional behaviours needed to investigate challenging problems and advance the responsible use of artificial intelligence. Working alongside AI researchers, engineers and domain specialists, you will support research and experimentation on live projects, translating questions into evidence-based findings, prototypes and recommendations. Your responsibilities may include: Reviewing technical literature and summarising relevant methods and evidence Designing controlled experiments and defining clear evaluation criteria Preparing data and developing proof-of-concept machine learning models Analysing results, limitations, uncertainty and potential sources of bias Documenting methods and communicating findings through reports, demonstrations and reviews Working with experienced researchers and engineers on live research challenges What You Will Learn Throughout the apprenticeship, you will gain experience and knowledge in: Professional research behaviours, teamwork and industry best practice Research methods, literature review and development of testable hypotheses Statistics, experimental design and reproducible analysis Machine learning principles, algorithms and model evaluation Programming, data handling and rapid prototyping techniques Critical assessment of evidence, uncertainty, robustness and limitations Responsible AI, security, privacy, safety and ethical considerations Clear technical writing, presentation and communication of research outcomes Degree Apprenticeship Programme You will study towards a Level 6 Machine Learning qualification with Corndel, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to build and apply artificial intelligence responsibly in an engineering environment. The programme is delivered through a virtual learning model, combining: Live virtual lecturers Online learning resources Self-directed learning activities This programme covers the full AI lifecycle, from concept and design, through to deployment and governance to provide a strong foundation for your role at Thales. Entry Requirements To apply, you will need: A Levels Three A Levels Grade B or above in Maths At least one other relevant subject (Physics, Computer Science, Software, ICT) Or Level 4/5 apprenticeship in a relevant discipline GCSEs Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above Must include: English Language Mathematics Please note that Computer Science graduates are not eligible due to funding restrictions. Benefits Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum Performance-related pay uplifts Holiday entitlement of 201 hours a year (plus a company day and bank holidays) Contributory Company Pension Health Care Cash Plan Hybrid/flexible working options Employee assistance programme Learning and development support Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives Life Cover 80 Hours Volunteering per year (first two years) Thales Apprentice Recruitment Process 1. Apply Online - submit your application online to register your interest. You only need to register for one role as you will have the opportunity to apply for additional roles at the full application stage. 2. Upload Your CV 3. Check your emails for the invitation to apply - this will comefrom 4. Complete Your Application - follow the link provided in the email to complete your application. You can apply for one primary role and up to 3 additional roles. 5. Complete Online Tests - undertake the online assessments designed to evaluate your suitability for the role. 6. Virtual Assessment Centre - candidates who progress from the online assessment stage will attend a virtual assessment centre, which will include group exercises, and competency-based interviews. 7. Job Offer - successful candidates who perform well throughout the recruitment process will receive a job offer from Thales. For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr . Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2027. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 6 September - Friday 10 September 2027. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 17 February 2027, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2027 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Because of the work we do at Thales, all roles are subject to security requirements. To be considered for this position, you must have the permanent right to work in the UK and be able to successfully complete and maintain UK Government security checks, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and Security Clearance (SC), which is a government background check, before starting employment. To be eligible for SC clearance, you will typically need to have lived in the UK continuously for the last five years. As part of the vetting process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, right to work in the UK, any time spent overseas during the last five years, and your employment and/or education history. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - . Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity, and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
09/11/2026
Full time
Location: Crawley, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. 2027 AI Researcher Apprentice - Level 6 Machine Learning Start Date: 06 September 2027 Salary: £24,000 per annum Employee type: Permanent Location: Crawley Working Schedule: Monday - Friday, 37 hours a week (8 hours Monday - Thursday, 5 hours Friday) Turn your curiosity into a career. If you're passionate about artificial intelligence, eager to learn, and looking for a degree apprenticeship that combines academic study with exciting on-the-job experience, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits of the programme: Earn a salary while studying for your degree Gain hands-on experience in a real AI and engineering environment Receive job-specific training and development Achieve a recognised Level 6 qualification Secure a permanent role from the start of your apprenticeship Have your tuition fees fully paid About the Role As an AI Researcher Apprentice, you will develop the technical knowledge, analytical skills and professional behaviours needed to investigate challenging problems and advance the responsible use of artificial intelligence. Working alongside AI researchers, engineers and domain specialists, you will support research and experimentation on live projects, translating questions into evidence-based findings, prototypes and recommendations. Your responsibilities may include: Reviewing technical literature and summarising relevant methods and evidence Designing controlled experiments and defining clear evaluation criteria Preparing data and developing proof-of-concept machine learning models Analysing results, limitations, uncertainty and potential sources of bias Documenting methods and communicating findings through reports, demonstrations and reviews Working with experienced researchers and engineers on live research challenges What You Will Learn Throughout the apprenticeship, you will gain experience and knowledge in: Professional research behaviours, teamwork and industry best practice Research methods, literature review and development of testable hypotheses Statistics, experimental design and reproducible analysis Machine learning principles, algorithms and model evaluation Programming, data handling and rapid prototyping techniques Critical assessment of evidence, uncertainty, robustness and limitations Responsible AI, security, privacy, safety and ethical considerations Clear technical writing, presentation and communication of research outcomes Degree Apprenticeship Programme You will study towards a Level 6 Machine Learning qualification with Corndel, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to build and apply artificial intelligence responsibly in an engineering environment. The programme is delivered through a virtual learning model, combining: Live virtual lecturers Online learning resources Self-directed learning activities This programme covers the full AI lifecycle, from concept and design, through to deployment and governance to provide a strong foundation for your role at Thales. Entry Requirements To apply, you will need: A Levels Three A Levels Grade B or above in Maths At least one other relevant subject (Physics, Computer Science, Software, ICT) Or Level 4/5 apprenticeship in a relevant discipline GCSEs Minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above Must include: English Language Mathematics Please note that Computer Science graduates are not eligible due to funding restrictions. Benefits Competitive salary of £24,000 per annum Performance-related pay uplifts Holiday entitlement of 201 hours a year (plus a company day and bank holidays) Contributory Company Pension Health Care Cash Plan Hybrid/flexible working options Employee assistance programme Learning and development support Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives Life Cover 80 Hours Volunteering per year (first two years) Thales Apprentice Recruitment Process 1. Apply Online - submit your application online to register your interest. You only need to register for one role as you will have the opportunity to apply for additional roles at the full application stage. 2. Upload Your CV 3. Check your emails for the invitation to apply - this will comefrom 4. Complete Your Application - follow the link provided in the email to complete your application. You can apply for one primary role and up to 3 additional roles. 5. Complete Online Tests - undertake the online assessments designed to evaluate your suitability for the role. 6. Virtual Assessment Centre - candidates who progress from the online assessment stage will attend a virtual assessment centre, which will include group exercises, and competency-based interviews. 7. Job Offer - successful candidates who perform well throughout the recruitment process will receive a job offer from Thales. For further information about our Future Talent recruitment process, including hints and tips, or to connect with a member of the Future Talent Team, a Graduate, or an Apprentice, please visit Thales Future Talent - Connectr . Please note, assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February - May 2027. Induction week for all Graduate and Apprentices will take place from Monday 6 September - Friday 10 September 2027. Closing date: Our applications will close at 11.59pm on Wednesday 17 February 2027, this is the only time we will be accepting applications this year. Please note, we will be in contact by the end of February 2027 with details of next steps. PLEASE NOTE THAT ROLES MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE ADVERTISED DEADLINE IF WE RECEIVE A HIGH NUMER OF APPLICATIONS. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO AVOID MISSING OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY. Because of the work we do at Thales, all roles are subject to security requirements. To be considered for this position, you must have the permanent right to work in the UK and be able to successfully complete and maintain UK Government security checks, including Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) screening and Security Clearance (SC), which is a government background check, before starting employment. To be eligible for SC clearance, you will typically need to have lived in the UK continuously for the last five years. As part of the vetting process, you will be asked to provide evidence of your identity, right to work in the UK, any time spent overseas during the last five years, and your employment and/or education history. For further details of the evidence required to apply for security clearance please follow this link - . Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity, and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales. At Thales, we ensure equal opportunities, pay and working conditions for all. The benefits we offer include private medical insurance, buying or selling annual leave, cycle to work schemes, employee discounts, paid volunteering day, stocks and shares, annual bonus and much more depending on the role. Read more about our benefits here. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued for who they are and the unique strengths they bring. Discover more about our programmes, employee networks, wellbeing policies, and inclusive features here. If this role isn't quite right for you, we encourage you to join our talent community where your details will be shared with our recruitment teams for other potential opportunities. Join the Talent Community here. Join Thales in the UK - Innovate with us and shape the future!
