Senior Software Engineer

Job description

Senior Software Engineer

Location - Southampton, Hampshire, 2 days a week.

Salary - Up to £80k plus bonus.

Security - Due to the nature of this position, you must be eligible to achieve a minimum of SC clearance, be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.

Overview:

Copello are working with a leading defence business who are looking for a skilled Senior Software Engineer to join a dynamic team working on RF communication and sensor systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop software components
• Implement and test software within an agile team
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical excellence
• Evaluate trade-offs and support technical decisions
• Contribute to system understanding and future development
• Support and guide junior team members, if in a leadership role

Required Skills:

• Degree in engineering, computer science, or related field
• Knowledge of sensor and communication systems
• Experience across full product lifecycle
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages (C++, C#, Python)
• Experience with Agile and modern development tools (Git, GitLab, VS Code)
• Ability to work effectively in technical environments

Nice to Have Skills:

• UI design and development
• Embedded systems development
• Linux, kernel drivers, DevOps (CI/CD, Docker)
• Team leadership or management experience

To apply, please send your CV to aaron@copello.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Hampshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English