Senior Software Engineer - Cutting-Edge Tech Projects (£50,000-£60,000 per annum)

On-site | Newcastle upon Tyne | Full-time | £50,000-£60,000 + benefits

Are you an experienced Software Engineer who loves seeing your code come to life on real hardware?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-tech engineering company developing world-leading tracking and interception systems used across the globe.

You'll be part of a small, specialist team where your ideas are heard, your work makes a difference, and every day brings new technical challenges.

The Role

You'll work across the full development lifecycle — from system architecture through to live testing with physical hardware. This role suits someone who enjoys working close to the hardware, solving complex problems, and delivering high-performance, real-time software.

Key responsibilities:

* Design and develop real-time software solutions for physical devices

* Contribute to architecture, design and implementation across multiple platforms

* Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers

* Manage code reviews, version control and releases

* Stay hands-on and adaptable in a dynamic R&D environment

About You

* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a related subject

* Strong C++ development skills

* Experience with Linux hardware drivers, networking, CMake, GitHub, VS Code (Python a plus)

* Proven background in developing software for real-time embedded platforms

* Knowledge of computer vision or machine learning principles would be a bonus

* A creative problem solver who enjoys technical challenges and teamwork

What's in It for You

* Competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 per annum

* Work on cutting-edge technology projects in defence and security

* See your code come to life through integrated systems and live field testing

* Real autonomy and ownership over your work

* Supportive, collaborative engineering culture

Benefits include:

* Performance-related bonus

* 25 days holiday + public holidays (+ long-service bonus days)

* Private healthcare

* Pension (up to 4% matched)

* EV car and Cycle to Work schemes

* Free on-site meals

* Dynamic, high-energy workplace in a beautiful countryside setting

* Flexible working model

If you're looking for a role where software meets real-world engineering and you want to make a tangible impact — this could be your next big move