Senior Software Engineer
Location
manchester, england
Job Type
Full-time
Category
IT & Technology
Posted
May 21, 2026
Senior Software Engineer – QinetiQ, Manchester, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Senior Software Engineer responsible for leading the development of complex features that directly support QinetiQ’s mission of making the UK a safer place to be. The role offers design autonomy, technical leadership, and a strong engineering community.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of large, complex features from concept to production.
- Serve as a subject‑matter expert, guiding technical debates and solving critical defects.
- Mentor and coach teammates, improve team efficiency, onboard new members, and dismantle knowledge silos.
- Contribute to technical roadmaps, challenge design choices, and collaborate with customers to scope new opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience owning complex problems from whiteboard to production.
- Ability to break down large, ambigu...