£40K/yr to £45K/yr
City of Edinburgh, Scotland
Permanent, Variable

Software Engineer Java

Posted by Head Resourcing.

? Software Engineer - Aerospace & Space Systems

? Scotland | ? Full-Time | ? Hybrid/Remote options considered
Help shape the future of space from the heart of Scotland.
We're looking for a passionate and versatile Software Engineer to join our growing team at the cutting edge of aerospace innovation. Based in Scotland, we're building software that powers real-world space systems - from mission-critical tools to high-performance applications - and we're looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced, and technically challenging environment.

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What You'll Bring

  • Proven commercial experience in Java development and debugging high-quality code
  • A full-stack mindset: from front-end interfaces to robust back-end systems
  • Confidence working in a Linux environment using modern development tools
  • A commitment to best practices in coding, testing, and documentation
  • Experience with application development in a professional context

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What Sets You Apart

You're someone who:

  • Loves solving complex problems with a balance of pragmatism and creativity
  • Communicates clearly - both with teammates and customers
  • Takes ownership and enjoys contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
  • Is detail-oriented, diligent, and values getting things right
  • Is curious, constantly learning, and open to new approaches and technologies

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Bonus Points For

  • Exposure to space systems (commercial or academic)
  • Experience across the full software lifecycle, from requirements to release
  • Familiarity with model-based or component-based engineering
  • Knowledge of:
  • Databases (RDBMS or NoSQL)
  • JavaFX, Apache Maven
  • Version control (Git or Mercurial)
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