Software Applications Engineer

Salary: £40,000 - 73,000 per year

Requirements:

• Team player with a proactive approach
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Software Engineer
• Degree in a relevant Engineering Discipline (preferred)
• Familiarity with control software development
• Solid understanding of software design and architecture
• Experience with backend server design/structure
• Knowledge of standard web technologies
• Exposure to front end technologies
• Proficient in C++, Javascript, Python, XML, JSON, HTML, CSS
• Experienced with web backend servers (Angular, Django, NodeJS, React, Apache or similar)
• Familiarity with Web Sockets, Docker, TCP/IP / UDP
• Knowledge of SQL or other databases
• Proficient in using development tools (e.g., Wireshark, system log interrogation)
• Understanding of Cyber Security

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement application and software solutions for underwater robotics applications
• Develop software for the next generation of underwater vehicles
• Support and develop existing codebase and products
• Collaborate with team members to meet business needs through innovation and creativity
• Ensure professionalism in all software development practices

Technologies:

• AI
• Angular
• Backend
• CSS
• Django
• Docker
• Support
• JSON
• JavaScript
• NodeJS
• Python
• React
• Robotics
• SQL
• Security
• TCP/IP
• Web
• XML
• API
• ASP.NET
• Linux
• Qt
• Visual Studio
• Windows

More:

At Saab UK, we are part of Scandinavias largest defence company, combining the best of Swedish and British innovation to provide world-leading solutions in defence, aviation, space, and civil security. Our growing presence in the UK allows us to offer numerous opportunities for personal fulfilment and career progression. With over 600 employees across eight sites, our specialisations span software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. We encourage our team members to thrive in an innovative environment.

last updated 33 week of 2026