Latest Software Engineering Jobs

Staff Engineer, Autonomy and Motion Planning (R5263)

Develop and architect tactical autonomy software for unmanned systems operating across air, land, sea, and space domains. Focus on implementing multi-agent coordination, mission behaviors, and survivability in contested environments, with full lifecycle ownership from design to deployment. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vehicle integration teams to deliver scalable, high-assurance autonomy solutions.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Staff Engineer, Test Integration, Modelling and Simulation (R5601)

Lead the design and development of high-performance C++ software for complex simulation and integration systems. Architect scalable solutions for real-time processing and systems-of-systems, integrating third-party software and hardware into unified platforms. Drive technical standards, mentor engineers, and implement modern practices like CI/CD and test-driven development in a collaborative, agile environment.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

UAV Concept Engineer

The role involves developing and refining unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) concepts through rapid, iterative design cycles, integrating aerodynamics, propulsion, and mission performance. The engineer will translate operational requirements into testable air vehicle designs, using parametric modeling and trade studies. A key focus is improving conceptual models by incorporating real-world flight and bench-test data to ensure designs are grounded in empirical evidence.

Saab Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Flight Control Systems Engineer

Develop and test safety-critical flight control software for unmanned aerial systems using MATLAB/Simulink, from algorithm design through simulation to real-world flight testing. Contribute to requirements, implementation, and validation within a multidisciplinary autonomy team. Work spans control law development, data algorithms, and deployment on embedded hardware in a secure R&D environment.

Saab Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Radar Instructor

Deliver and develop operator and maintenance training for radar and sensor systems, both in the UK and globally. Create educational materials and technical publications while providing expert input on system performance. Support trials, demonstrations, and customer training with hands-on fault-finding and instruction.

Saab United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Flight Control Systems Engineer

Develop and test safety-critical flight control software for unmanned aerial systems using MATLAB/Simulink, from algorithm design through simulation to real-world flight testing. Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver flight management systems and autopilot solutions, contributing to both R&D and product development. Conduct deployment on embedded hardware and participate in continuous process improvement.

Saab Bedford, United Kingdom

UAV Concept Engineer

The UAV Concept Engineer role involves turning requirements and CONOPS into testable UAV concepts through rapid, iterative trade studies. Key responsibilities include aircraft conceptual sizing, developing parametric geometry, running trade studies, and synthesising flight-test data to improve models.

Saab Bedford, United Kingdom

Forward Deployed Engineer

This role involves deploying and supporting Shield AI's Hivemind Enterprise SDK for autonomous systems across air, sea, land, and space platforms. You'll work directly with customers to integrate AI and autonomy software, debug technical issues, and deliver training, while collaborating with engineering teams to improve products based on field feedback. The position requires significant travel and hands-on development in C++ and Python for real-world defense and robotics applications.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Staff Engineer, Perception (R5611)

Develop and integrate autonomy software for unmanned aircraft systems, supporting real-world flight testing and operational deployments in dynamic field environments. Work across software, hardware, and flight operations to troubleshoot and enhance autonomous capabilities using C++, Python, and simulation tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly iterate and validate new features in live and simulated environments.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Senior Autonomy Integration Engineer

This role involves integrating autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, preparing them for flight, and supporting live test operations in lab and field environments. The engineer will troubleshoot complex hardware-software interactions, analyze mission data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable deployment of intelligent systems. Emphasis is placed on hands-on problem-solving, system validation, and improving integration processes across the development lifecycle.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Autonomy Integration Engineer

This role involves integrating autonomy software onto unmanned aircraft systems, preparing them for flight, and supporting live test operations in lab and field environments. The engineer will troubleshoot complex hardware-software interactions, manage flight data analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable deployment of intelligent systems. Emphasis is placed on hands-on problem-solving, system validation, and improving integration processes across the development lifecycle.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Business Development & Sales Lead - UK

Lead business development and sales efforts for V-BAT ISR unmanned aircraft and Hivemind autonomy solutions within UK defence and government sectors, focusing on urgent operational requirements and non-standard procurement pathways. Build trusted relationships with special operations communities and programme offices, shaping capability needs and driving complex sales from identification to close. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with mission-critical customer demands in high-tempo environments.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Object Detection and Tracking Engineer

This role involves developing real-time object detection, tracking, and sensor fusion algorithms for autonomous aircraft operating in complex, GPS-denied environments. The engineer will design perception systems using EO/IR, radar, and IMU data, integrate them with onboard hardware, and validate performance in simulation and field testing. Collaboration with autonomy, systems, and hardware teams ensures robust situational awareness for unmanned platforms.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Lead, Program Finance (R5328)

Lead financial planning and analysis for the Hivemind business unit, driving budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with a focus on program financial health. Partner with engineering and program management teams to implement Earned Value Management frameworks, monitor cost performance, and deliver actionable insights. Support month-end closes, variance analysis, and strategic decision-making through robust financial modeling and operational reviews in a high-growth defense-tech environment.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Systems Test Engineer

Leads simulation-driven testing and automation for Hivemind autonomy software, developing test frameworks and tools to validate performance in simulated and real-world environments. Works across SIL, HIL, and VIL test setups, building Python-based tooling for data processing and test execution. Collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure software reliability and traceability in mission-critical defense applications.

Shield AI London, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required