Software Engineer - Control Systems

Our client is a rapidly growing business designing some of the most innovative and interesting applications for the marine industry. If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for working on cutting edge projects, this could be ideal for you.

Software Engineer
Marine applications
Permanent

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible developing advanced autonomy and control systems for autonomous marine vessels.
 
Responsibilities

Software design and development in line with system requirements, with a focus on closed loop control and vehicle systems management.
Implementing robust, scalable closed loop control features including propulsion management, control allocation, autopilot, station keeping and more.
Testing and validation of software, including unit testing, simulation-based testing, bench testing, and sea trials.
Production of comprehensive software documentation.
Conducting peer reviews to ensure designs are reliable, modular, and maintainable.
Collaborating closely with the software and engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software and documentation. 
Essential skills and experience:

Degree-level qualification in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, or similar, or equivalent industry experience.
Software development experience in modern C++ (14 or newer).
Solid foundational knowledge of closed loop control.
Desirable skills and experience (any would be an advantage):

Good understanding of object oriented programming principles.
Experience with PID tuning on physical systems.
Experience with ROS or ROS2.
Experience with CAN bus.
Experience with embedded systems.
Familiarity with autonomous systems and robotics software stacks.
Experience with real-time systems or control systems.
Understanding of sensor fusion, path planning, or state estimation.
Experience with marine or mobile robotics projects. 
Benefits

Annual Leave – Entitlement to 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Private Healthcare
Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover – Comprehensive protection including Life Assurance (4x salary) and Critical Illness Cover for added financial security.
Family Leave – Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Professional Development – Commitment to ongoing learning and career growth, supported by training programmes and access to LinkedIn Learning.
Pension Contribution – pension scheme with the option to contribute via salary sacrifice
Flexible Working – Opportunities for flexible working arrangements to promote work–life balance