Software Engineer

Job Title: Software Engineer

Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak - on site

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Referral Bonus: £2,000

Grade: GG09

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Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team developing and enhancing advanced maritime simulation software used for naval training, operational concept development, and system testing. You will play a key role in modelling complex battlespace environments and defence systems, enabling engineering teams to validate capabilities within safe, realistic scenarios. This role offers the opportunity to improve simulation performance, enhance operational readiness, reduce development risk, and accelerate delivery of critical capabilities using modern software engineering and simulation technologies.

Core duties

• You will design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions in line with project requirements
• You will produce clear, well-structured, and maintainable software designs
• You will deliver robust and reliable software solutions suitable for operational use
• You will undertake testing activities to ensure software quality, performance, and compliance
• You will maintain and enhance existing software, resolving defects and implementing new features

Essential Skills

• You will hold a degree (BEng/BSc) in Computer Science or a relevant engineering, technology, or numerate discipline
• You will have experience in at least one high-level programming language e.g. C, C++, C#, Java, or Ada
• You will be familiar with aspects of the software development lifecycle, with an understanding of methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile

The MIMESIS Team

The MIMESIS Product Team develops advanced maritime battlespace simulation software, modelling environmental conditions, platform behaviour, and complex systems such as sonar, radar, and weapons. The team supports naval training, system validation, and capability development through realistic, high-fidelity simulation.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicantsmust as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicantsmust typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 27th October 2026

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