Software Engineer (Control Systems)

will include:

• Software design and development in line with system requirements, with a focus on closed loop control and vehicle systems management.
• Implementing robust, scalable closed loop control features including propulsion management, control allocation, autopilot, station keeping and more.
• Testing and validation of software, including unit testing, simulation-based testing, bench testing, and sea trials.
• Production of comprehensive software documentation.
• Conducting peer reviews to ensure designs are reliable, modular, and maintainable.
• Collaborating closely with the software and engineering teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software and documentation.

• Degree-level qualification in Computer Science, Mechatronics, Robotics, or similar, or equivalent industry experience.
• Software development experience in modern C++ (14 or newer).
• Solid foundational knowledge of closed loop control.

• Good understanding of object oriented programming principles.
• Experience with PID tuning on physical systems.
• Experience with ROS or ROS2 .
• Experience with CAN bus.
• Experience with embedded systems.
• Familiarity with autonomous systems and robotics software stacks.
• Experience with real-time systems or control systems.
• Understanding of sensor fusion, path planning, or state estimation.
• Experience with marine or mobile robotics projects.

Note : Due to the nature of work undertaken at SubSea Craft, the selected candidate must be capable of meeting the security requirements of the position, which would include as a minimum existing right to live and work in the UK, Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), with UK National security clearance required for certain roles.*

Values: Our people are our greatest asset, we continually strive to provide an excellent working environment to enable our team to do their best work.

We have an agile professional workforce: we are founded on the belief that our people are valued and our business is trusted, inclusive and commercially-adept.

What we expect from you:

• Teamwork, mutual respect and collaboration
• Initiative and independent working
• Honesty and integrity
• Business and commercial awareness
• Agility, adaptability and continuous development

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