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Senior Software Engineer

Faculty· Defence
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Hybrid (Remote (UK))Full-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

Senior Software Engineer in Faculty's Defence team, focusing on backend and edge/IoT engineering to deliver human-centered AI solutions for defence clients. Role involves bridging ML research and production software, mentoring peers, and delivering high-impact, production-ready solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Designing and building robust backend and edge/IoT components for diverse client deliverables across multiple software domains.
  • Scoping and executing bounded technical problems to ensure high-velocity delivery.
  • Shipping production-ready code in Python and at least one compiled language such as Rust, C++, Go, C#, or Java.
  • Implementing scalable CI/CD processes, containerisation with Docker, and deployments on Kubernetes or bare metal.
  • Mentoring and pairing with fellow engineers to share best practices and empower the team to deliver their best work.
  • Collaborating with Machine Learning and Data Science teams to operationalise agentic software and advanced AI tooling.

Qualifications

  • Strong hands-on experience in application development and solid understanding of modern system architecture and design.
  • Proven track record of shipping code used by paying customers in both Python and a compiled language.
  • Skilled in DevOps practices, including GitLab CI/CD, Docker, and managing applications in production environments.
  • Experience with agentic software development and passion for solving complex customer problems.
  • Thrives as a key contributor within a squad, taking ownership of technical challenges and elevating team output.
  • Effective communication with technical and commercial stakeholders, translating complex requirements into robust engineering solutions.

Skills

Required:Backend developmentEdge/IoT engineeringPythonCompiled languages (Rust, C++, Go, C#, Java)CI/CDDockerKubernetes
Nice to have:MentoringAgentic software
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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