Senior Software Engineer

Software Engineer

Location : Birmingham (Hybrid working considered)

Must be eligible for SC clearance – no sponsorship available

Join a nationally backed organisation working on mission-critical technology to protect and modernise telecoms infrastructure!

Your Role:

We’re hiring a Software Engineer to join a high-impact team building secure, high-performance tooling for advanced telecoms systems. This is a rare opportunity to work on real-world, large-scale challenges in cyber security, networking, and 5G - contributing to national digital resilience through cutting-edge research and development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Designing and building internal software tools used in secure telecoms environments
• Developing web and command-line applications using modern languages
• Supporting the development of prototypes for secure, next-gen networks
• Writing clean, testable code in Python, C/C++, and similar technologies
• Working on performance tuning, CI/CD, and real-time systems
• Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and researchers
• Contributing to high-profile national R&D initiatives

(And if you don’t tick every box – that’s okay. I’d still love to hear from you.)

Tech & Tools:

• Python, C, C++
• Linux/Unix, Git, CI/CD
• Containerisation (e.g. Docker), virtualised environments (e.g. VMware)
• Networked systems, scripting, CLI tooling

What They’re Looking For:

• Strong hands-on experience in Python and/or C/C++
• Solid scripting skills and comfort working in Linux/Unix environments
• Understanding of networks, containerisation, and virtualisation basics
• Broad interest in telecommunications and modern infrastructure
• Willingness to learn new technologies and contribute across the stack
• Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset

Bonus Points:

• Experience with DPDK, O-RAN, OAI or SDR
• Background in performance optimisation and systems engineering
• Exposure to cyber security or 5G development environments

Important Requirements:

• Must be eligible for SC clearance – no sponsorship available
• You’ll need long-term UK residency and the ability to undergo security vetting
• The role is based in Birmingham , with flexible hybrid options where possible

Why This Role?

• Get hands-on with emerging technology that has real-world national impact
• Work with experienced engineers in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
• Flexible working options and strong work/life balance
• Contribute to an inclusive team shaping the future of secure telecoms

Interested? Let’s talk – email Thana@engagewithus.com or call 0117 450 7706