Senior Engineer – Software – SMCS

Job title:

Senior Engineer – Software – SMCS

Company

BAE Systems

Job description

Job title: Senior Software Engineer – SMCSLocation: New Malden – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role.Salary: Circa £55,000 dependent on skills and experienceWhat you’ll be doing:

• Applying experience to take a lead role in the design, implement & test SMCS system solutions.
• Guiding and mentoring other Software Engineers in their efforts throughout the lifecycle.
• Assisting the management team with reporting, planning, and estimation activities.
• Meeting the SMCS customers and end users, as required, to enable development of the SMCS Programme(s) and the continued evolution of the SMCS product as required.
• Ensure documents, software and other work products are stored and managed correctly within a configuration management system.
• Improve software performance by the capture and analysis of measurements.

Your skills and experiences:Essential:

• Experience taking lead decisions in a software development role
• A strong understanding of all aspects of a software lifecycle and good knowledge of software lifecycle models (e.g. waterfall, Agile, Spiral)
• Experience of using a high-level design methodology (e.g. UML)

Desirable:

• Experience supporting multiple complex programmes
• Experience with estimating for project bids
• Strong experience of using at least one high level programming language (e.g. ADA, C++, C#)

Engineers at all levels should possess an academic qualification in Engineering or other related STEM subjects as well as specific (either academic or professional) qualifications and become recognised as Incorporated or Chartered Engineers through an appropriate recognised professional institution. Engineers are encouraged, and will be supported, to achieve the relevant accreditation. Preference will be given to candidates who are already professionally registered.Benefits:As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.The SMCS Software Team:Interested in playing your part in the defence of the United Kingdom? Then this could be the role for you!This opportunity invites individuals to be part of the dynamic world of Submarine Command Systems (SMCS), playing a crucial role in leading and implementing cutting-edge capabilities for the Royal Navy Submarine fleet. As a Team Lead, you’ll use your skill and experience to drive multiple software releases that shape the development of the software and the future of submarine technology.Why BAE Systems?This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.Closing Date: 9th April 2025We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.#LI-Hybrid#LI-PD1

Expected salary

£55000 per year

Location

New Malden, Greater London

Job date

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 01:59:39 GMT

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