1 to 25 of 38 Contract Software Engineering Jobs in the East of England

We are looking for a Tech lead who has strong experience insoftware engineering, data engineering,andcloud engineering, with recent leadership in Gen AI and ML solution delivery. Description Accountabilities Collaborate with product teams: Provide technical direction and support for Gen AI solutions across cross-functional groups. Own Gen AI product vision: Define and communicate the technical vision … and performance standards. Promote FAIR data principles: Champion findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability in data pipelines and Gen AI solutions. Essential Skills/Experience: 10+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, and cloud engineering, with recent leadership in Gen AI and ML solution delivery Deep technical mastery in data engineering, software engineering, and cloud platforms, combined with advanced knowledge of Generative AI systems and frameworks. Expertise in AI engineering principles, including MLOps, prompt engineering, model deployment, and operationalizing large language models (LLMs) Strong knowledge and practical application of DevOps, MLOps, and DataOps methods, processes, and tooling Demonstrated product development and product management experience, with emphasis on Gen AI features More ❯

main equipment LRI . Generate test plans & test documentation to undertake Design Verification testing . Planning/preparation for TE development, including test hardware (custom/COTS), tools & test software . Produce TE requirement specifications (i.e. test hardware and test software requirements ). Produce detailed TE design documentation , including drawings , BOM s, etc. Liaise with TE software engineer (s) to ensure TE software solution is delivered . Propose and see through to conclusion, any TE design changes/improvements required to meet test requirements. Undertake/support Safety & Cyber security analysis of DVT system. Produce required documentation for each stage of the TE development process . Prepare and present design data , status , risks , etc.. at … TE design reviews & ensure completion of actions . Release drawings , BOM s, etc.. for TE hardware and documentation ( VDD s, SRN s, etc..) for test software on customer s PDM system . Undertake/oversee qualification of TE solution and produce Qualification/acceptance test report . Produce user documentation for DVT system . Support initial Design Verification testing More ❯

work in the UK Automation Engineer with Robotics & 3D Geometry - looking for a highly motivated engineer with expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions, 3D geometry. You will need exceptional software engineering skills and have a Masters Degree in engineering and have approx 3+ years working in industry, with experience in software or robotics. Working in a … for products. This work will be 'hands-on', working with robotic, camera and lighting equipment. Candidates should have experience working with robotics or 3D geometrical problems, with supplementary exceptional software skills. Interest in machine learning, computer vision, software QA are desirable. This is a full-time position, candidates must be able to work from the Cambridge office the … majority of the time. Key Qualifications: * Minimum qualification: Masters Degree in engineering related discipline. * Minimum qualification: 3+ years working in industry, with experience in software or robotics. * Expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions. * Expertise in 3D geometry. * Exceptional software engineering skills. * Interest in Machine Learning or Computer Graphics is preferable. * Comfortable with hands-on practical tasks More ❯

work in the UK Automation Engineer with Robotics & 3D Geometry - looking for a highly motivated engineer with expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions, 3D geometry. You will need exceptional software engineering skills and have a Masters Degree in engineering and have approx 3+ years working in industry, with experience in software or robotics. Working in a … for products. This work will be 'hands-on', working with robotic, camera and lighting equipment. Candidates should have experience working with robotics or 3D geometrical problems, with supplementary exceptional software skills. Interest in machine learning, computer vision, software QA are desirable. This is a full-time position, candidates must be able to work from the Cambridge office the … majority of the time. Key Qualifications: * Minimum qualification: Masters Degree in engineering related discipline. * Minimum qualification: 3+ years working in industry, with experience in software or robotics. * Expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions. * Expertise in 3D geometry. * Exceptional software engineering skills. * Interest in Machine Learning or Computer Graphics is preferable. * Comfortable with hands-on practical tasks More ❯

Cutting-edge R&D Our Global client is seeking a highly motivated Automation Engineer to join a pioneering R&D team. You'll work at the intersection of robotics, software engineering and machine learning, helping to design and automate processes that validate next-generation product features. This is a hands-on, lab-based role, where you'll collaborate … closely with engineers to build and refine automated systems using robotic, camera and lighting technologies. If you enjoy solving complex 3D geometry challenges and creating elegant, efficient software to power real-world automation, this is an opportunity to make your mark. What You'll Bring: Master's degree in an engineering-related discipline. Industry experience in robotics or … software engineering. Proven expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions and working with 3D geometry. Strong software engineering skills and a practical, problem-solving mindset. An interest in machine learning, computer vision or computer graphics. Comfortable working hands-on with hardware in a lab environment. If you're passionate about automation and excited by the opportunity to contribute More ❯

Embedded C Software Engineer Location: Stevenage Contract: 6-Month Contract (Likely Extension) Rate: £51.98/hour PAYE (£59.54/hour incl. holiday) or £68/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Overview … This engineering role focuses on the development and implementation of embedded C software solutions for real-time systems. The successful candidate will work on-site within a collaborative engineering environment, contributing to the design and programming of embedded systems operating on bare-metal and real-time operating systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software using … C for real-time applications. Implement and debug bare-metal software solutions. Develop software within real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. Apply UML methodologies for structured software design. Manage and trace software requirements using DOORS. Support testing, integration, and validation of embedded software. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the software lifecycle. Ensure More ❯

Embedded C Software Engineer Location: Stevenage Contract: 6-Month Contract (Likely Extension) Rate: £51.98/hour PAYE (£59.54/hour incl. holiday) or £68/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Overview … This engineering role focuses on the development and implementation of embedded C software solutions for real-time systems. The successful candidate will work on-site within a collaborative engineering environment, contributing to the design and programming of embedded systems operating on bare-metal and real-time operating systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software using … C for real-time applications. Implement and debug bare-metal software solutions. Develop software within real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. Apply UML methodologies for structured software design. Manage and trace software requirements using DOORS. Support testing, integration, and validation of embedded software. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the software lifecycle. Ensure More ❯

Software Engineer (AI Focused) | 6 Month Contract | Remote (UK only) I'm partnering with an innovative AI-driven start-up that's transforming how data and reporting are handled across the commercial real estate industry. We're looking for a Software Engineer with a strong back-end focus and full-stack versatility - someone who thrives in fast-paced … direction. Location: Remote (UK only) Contract: 6 Months (likely extension) Rate: £375-425 p/day (OIR35) Start date: ASAP What we're looking for: 4+ years' experience in software engineering (SaaS or start-up background preferred) Strong proficiency in Python and C#, with hands-on experience in API design and cloud architecture (Azure). Experience with Excel More ❯

Software Engineer (AI Focused) | 6 Month Contract | Remote (UK only) I'm partnering with an innovative AI-driven start-up that's transforming how data and reporting are handled across the commercial real estate industry. We're looking for a Software Engineer with a strong back-end focus and full-stack versatility - someone who thrives in fast-paced … direction. Location: Remote (UK only) Contract: 6 Months (likely extension) Rate: £375-425 p/day (OIR35) Start date: ASAP What we're looking for: 4+ years' experience in software engineering (SaaS or start-up background preferred) Strong proficiency in Python and C#, with hands-on experience in API design and cloud architecture (Azure). Experience with Excel More ❯

C++ or C Software Engineer Location: Bristol, Full time on site Duration: 12 Months initial SC Clearance Required Rate: £65 ph Umbrella Overview of department: Our team, at our Bristol facility, develop solutions for the next generation of Air Defence Systems developing evolving products whilst maintaining our enviable reputation for safety, performance and dependability. Skillset/Experience required: Essential … C++ programming language Knowledge of DDS middleware and Real Time Operating Systems Knowledge of standards such as DefStan 00-55, DO-178C or IEC61508 Desirable A strong background in software engineering, its realisation and system wide impact. Collaborative, open approach to development and have the ability to work well in a team and maintain momentum during development. Experience … of working across the entire software development process from engaging with requirement authorities to automated target integration and proving, supported with effective documentation Experience of new tools, techniques and approaches that might enable us to evolve our processes to improve our efficiency and sustainability Experience in ontologies and Domain specific languages Responsibilities: This is a very hands-on role More ❯

Apple products. This work will be 'hands-on', working with robotic, camera and lighting equipment. Candidates should have experience working with robotics or 3D geometrical problems, with supplementary exceptional software skills. Interest in machine learning, computer vision, software QA are desirable. This is a full-time position, candidates must be able to work from our Cambridge office the … majority of the time. Key Qualifications: Minimum qualification: Masters Degree in engineering related discipline. Minimum qualification: 3+ years working in industry, with experience in software or robotics. Expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions. Expertise in 3D geometry. Exceptional software engineering skills. Interest in Machine Learning or Computer Graphics is preferable. Comfortable with hands-on practical tasks More ❯

Apple products. This work will be 'hands-on', working with robotic, camera and lighting equipment. Candidates should have experience working with robotics or 3D geometrical problems, with supplementary exceptional software skills. Interest in machine learning, computer vision, software QA are desirable. This is a full-time position, candidates must be able to work from our Cambridge office the … majority of the time. Key Qualifications: Minimum qualification: Masters Degree in engineering related discipline. Minimum qualification: 3+ years working in industry, with experience in software or robotics. Expertise in developing autonomous robotic solutions. Expertise in 3D geometry. Exceptional software engineering skills. Interest in Machine Learning or Computer Graphics is preferable. Comfortable with hands-on practical tasks More ❯

Ada Software Engineer Duration: Stevenage, full time on site or 4 day compressed Week Rate: up to £53.73 ph PAYE + Holiday pay or £70 ph Umbrella Inside IR35 Duration: 6 Months SC Clearance required Overview of department: Join a growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to develop, test and deliver innovative … solutions by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. Responsibilities: Developing Real Time Embedded SW in ADA on a power PC Testing the embedded SW Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem and System level testing on both host and … target platforms Running tests, analysing results and using target test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers and oscilloscopes Documenting the Software Key Skillset Proven ability developing in the ADA Programming Language and motivated to develop reliable, high performance, standardised, and documented software Programming embedded Software on a Power PC Testing embedded SW and using test facilities More ❯

Ada Software Engineer Duration: Stevenage, full time on site or 4 day compressed Week Rate: up to £53.73 ph PAYE + Holiday pay or £70 ph Umbrella Inside IR35 Duration: 6 Months SC Clearance required Overview of department: Join a growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to develop, test and deliver innovative … solutions by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. Responsibilities: Developing Real Time Embedded SW in ADA on a power PC Testing the embedded SW Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem and System level testing on both host and … target platforms Running tests, analysing results and using target test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers and oscilloscopes Documenting the Software Key Skillset Proven ability developing in the ADA Programming Language and motivated to develop reliable, high performance, standardised, and documented software Programming embedded Software on a Power PC Testing embedded SW and using test facilities More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer (ADA) 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £70ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using ADA? Do you have experience in Embedded Software? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Embedded Software Engineer … new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Developing Real Time Embedded Software in ADA on a power PC Testing the embedded Software Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem, and System level testing on both host and target platforms … Running tests, analysing results, and using target test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes Documenting the Software Your skillset may include: Experience developing in the ADA Programming Language Experience programming Embedded Software on a Power PC Experience of testing embedded Software and using test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes Experience More ❯

Our client has an opportunity for a C# Software Engineer to join them on a contract basis for 12 months. You will be integrating real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisations, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. Role: C# Software Engineer Location: Bristol or Stevenage - 3 or 4 days onsite per week … work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to develop simulations and representations of real equipment. Our approach to software development includes Configuration control Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery or Deployment. Unit testing and test driven development. Requirements: Proficient in C#/C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse, Ability to work More ❯

Software Engineer - Embedded Systems (Safety-Critical) Stevenage | Onsite (some hybrid flexibility) £70 per hour via umbrella | 6-month contract (extensions likely) Overview A leading defence technology company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their development team in Stevenage. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering safety-critical, real-time embedded software for … next-generation missile and defence systems. This is a hands-on role working across the full software development lifecycle - from requirements and design through to testing, verification, and delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop, test, and verify embedded software in C/C++ for safety-critical real-time systems. Work across the full software lifecycle, including requirements capture, design … systems, electronics, and integration engineers. Ensure compliance with safety-critical standards such as DO-178C Level B or equivalent. Skills & Experience Required Essential: Proven experience developing bare-metal embedded software in C/C++. Strong understanding of the full software lifecycle, including requirements and verification. Experience with requirements management and version control tools (e.g., DOORS, GIT, RTC). More ❯

Software Engineer - Embedded Systems (Safety-Critical) ?? Stevenage | Onsite (some hybrid flexibility) ?? £70 per hour via umbrella | 6-month contract (extensions likely) Overview A leading defence technology company is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their development team in Stevenage. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering safety-critical, real-time embedded software for … next-generation missile and defence systems. This is a hands-on role working across the full software development lifecycle - from requirements and design through to testing, verification, and delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop, test, and verify embedded software in C/C++ for safety-critical real-time systems. Work across the full software lifecycle, including requirements capture, design … systems, electronics, and integration engineers. Ensure compliance with safety-critical standards such as DO-178C Level B or equivalent. Skills & Experience Required Essential: Proven experience developing bare-metal embedded software in C/C++. Strong understanding of the full software lifecycle, including requirements and verification. Experience with requirements management and version control tools (e.g., DOORS, GIT, RTC). More ❯

C# Software Engineer required for long term contract assignment based in Stevenage Skillset/experience required: Proficient in C#/C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse, Ability to work from high level/system view into technical detail. Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills Knowledge of using Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems Non-essential Distributed simulation standards/… work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to develop simulations and representations of real equipment. Our approach to software development includes Configuration control Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery or Deployment. Unit testing and test driven development. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a C#/C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The department are happy to consider candidates with a mixture of C# and C++ or someone with just C# experience. Job Title: C#/C++ Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid/Remote … per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) C#/C++ Software Engineer Job Description: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full … work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to develop simulations and representations of real equipment. Our approach to software development includes Configuration control Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery or Deployment. Unit testing and test driven development. Skillset/experience required: Proficient in C#/C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a C#/C++ Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The department are happy to consider candidates with a mixture of C# and C++ or someone with just C# experience. Job Title: C#/C++ Software Engineer Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Stevenage Hybrid/Remote … per week will be calculated at time and a quarter Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) C#/C++ Software Engineer Job Description: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full … work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to develop simulations and representations of real equipment. Our approach to software development includes Configuration control Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery or Deployment. Unit testing and test driven development. Skillset/experience required: Proficient in C#/C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse More ❯

Software Engineer required for on site contract at Stevenage, Hertfordshire for multi-national defence company. Responsibilities: Responsible for delivering the on-board software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a hands-on role and will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing missile subsystem software to required standards and processes. Skillset/experience required: Minimal … with minimal supervision Ability to debug complex problems and be able to produce required documentation to achieve the required safety level. Significant previous experience of developing bare-metal embedded software using C/C++. Working in a team and with members from other disciplines e.g. Systems, Integration, Electronics Required: (Better) Previous experience of development and verification of embedded software … strategies used to cover/justify shortfall Working in a lab environment with live equipment (PSUs, Scopes, Logic Analysers etc.) conducting system tests. Desirable: (Best) Significant experienced in developing software to DO178C Level B. Knowledge of Defence standards and Micro-controller technologies Testing on Development Cards with a test environment or bare-metal with special builds Experience using RAPITA More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop safety-related real-time application software for next-generation systems. This is a hands-on role covering the full software lifecycle, from architecture and design to implementation and testing. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and verify embedded software for complex … management processes. Conduct unit testing and code coverage analysis using industry-standard tools. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a lab environment. Essential Skills: Strong experience in bare-metal embedded software development using C/C++. Knowledge of safety-critical standards (e.g., DO178C Level B, SIL-4). Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, LDRA, RAPITA, and configuration control systems More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop safety-related real-time application software for next-generation systems. This is a hands-on role covering the full software lifecycle, from architecture and design to implementation and testing. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and verify embedded software for complex … management processes. Conduct unit testing and code coverage analysis using industry-standard tools. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a lab environment. Essential Skills: Strong experience in bare-metal embedded software development using C/C++. Knowledge of safety-critical standards (e.g., DO178C Level B, SIL-4). Familiarity with tools such as DOORS, LDRA, RAPITA, and configuration control systems More ❯

Embedded Ada Software Engineer required for a long term contract assignment on site Stevenage Responsibilities: Developing Real Time Embedded SW in ADA on a power PC Testing the embedded SW Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem and System level testing on both host and target platforms Running tests, analysing results and using target test facilities such as … experience required: Ideally the candidate will have experience in the following areas: Experience developing in the ADA Programming Language and motivated to develop reliable, high performance, standardised, and documented software Experience of programming embedded Software on a Power PC Experience of testing embedded SW and using test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers and oscilloscopes Experience of … protocols Excellent analytical and design ability, including review and critical analysis 'Can do' and flexible approach - you'll enjoy solving technical problems that sometimes extend beyond the bounds of "software" Keen to work on novel products where the software you produce is time and mission critical Able to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders, including Systems Engineering, Electronics More ❯