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Principal Software Engineer

Mars, Didcot, Oxfordshire

Principal Software Engineer

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Mars, Didcot, Oxfordshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 3 weeks ago, 30 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: eeb964be34da489ebd884e4b600276a9

Full Job Description

  • Lead the architecture, design, and development of software for autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), leveraging ROS/ROS 2 and other robotic middleware.
  • Oversee integration of a wide array of sensors (e.g., sonar, cameras, Doppler velocity logs, IMUs) and actuators into robust, modular control frameworks.
  • Guide the implementation of autonomy algorithms, including SLAM, path planning, adaptive control, and real-time obstacle avoidance.
  • Direct the development of real-time systems for data acquisition, onboard processing, and underwater communication (acoustic, RF, optical).
  • Drive testing and validation efforts, including hardware-in-the-loop simulations and live sea trials, ensuring robust performance in challenging marine environments.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including systems, mechanical, and electrical engineers to ensure cohesive and reliable system integration.
  • Maintain clear and concise documentation, and manage source control using tools like Git/GitLab.
  • Contribute to proposal development, system-level design reviews, and strategic planning related to autonomous systems.

    Bachelor's or Master s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field .
  • 8+ years of experience in embedded systems, robotics software, or unmanned systems development.
  • Strong expertise in C++, Python, and software development for real-time systems.
  • Experience with ROS or ROS 2, including custom nodes, launch files, and integration with hardware.
  • Ability to work in field conditions, including support for field testing and sea deployments.
    • Preferred Experience:
  • Experience in maritime, defence, or subsea robotics industries.
  • Knowledge of machine learning, underwater SLAM, or AI for autonomy in constrained environments.
  • Familiarity with underwater navigation, acoustic communications, and environmental sensing preferred.
  • Background in regulatory or classification compliance for unmanned marine vehicles.
    • If you re passionate about both robotics, in particular autonomous vehicle and unmanned vehicle industry, and you love software engineering within this space, please get in touch ASAP.

    MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven t heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).

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