Software Engineer

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Stevenage, United Kingdom
Last month
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28 Mar 2026 (Last month)

Stevenage

We are looking for a talented Software Engineer with a strong background in data science to join our team, working within a concept programme. The role is ideal for someone who thrives when working within a research environment, exploring new and different ways of working to prepare us for future needs!

Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 4 to 5 days per week on-site due, to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship .

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)

Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%

Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments

Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...

Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more .

The opportunity:

You will play a key role, with responsibilities in areas of:

Design and development of scalable software systems/solutions with integrated data science capabilities.

Creating and maintain database schemas and data models

Maintain and enhance existing architectural components such as Data Ingest and Data Stores.

Troubleshooting and diagnosing issues within integrated (enriched) data systems.

Work with complex dataset to extract insights that supports drive decisions/solutions

Translate experimental ideas into production-ready solutions

Monitor system performance and implement updates to maintain optimal operation.

Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, engaging wider to incorporate them into our development strategies

What we're looking for from you:

Strong and significant software engineering experience (C++, Java or similar)

Solid background in data science and machine learning research, or statistical modelling

Experience developing and prototyping novel systems or approaches

Ability to take research concepts through to practical application

An adaptable and continuous learning mindset

Strong problem-solving skills and research-oriented mindset

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more...

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

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