Overview

Senior Software Engineer - Artificial Intelligence – London – £100,000 – £150,000 base + Equity

We are working with an ambitious, well-funded defence technology company revolutionising how organisations collaborate with sensors, robots, and autonomous systems. This is a pivotal moment to join a high-calibre team solving some of the most complex and consequential problems in the field. From day one, you’ll have real ownership and influence over design, functionality, and direction, with no bureaucratic barriers and the opportunity to make a tangible impact.

About the Role

You will design, build, and test core software platforms and user interfaces. This includes deploying and testing with autonomous and robotic systems in the field, writing maintainable code for mission-critical environments, integrating with third-party APIs, and contributing to the development and documentation of internal APIs. Working closely with end users, you’ll rapidly iterate on the features that matter most — sometimes in live environments alongside real systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test core software platforms and user interfaces.
• Deploy and test with autonomous and robotic systems in the field.
• Write maintainable code for mission-critical environments.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and contribute to internal API development and documentation.
• Work closely with end users and rapidly iterate on features that matter most, including live environments.

Required Skills

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong programming skills in C++, Rust, Java.
• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with autonomous systems and robotics.
• Mission & impact: Build software directly supporting defence and humanitarian operations.
• Ownership: Shape architecture, product direction, and team culture from day one.
• Peers: Collaborate with founders and experts in AI/ML, robotics, and networking.
• Growth: Expand into new domains and broaden your technical expertise.
• Rewards: Competitive base salary (£100k–150k), significant equity, full benefits, and SC clearance support.

How to Apply

If you are interested, please get in touch: dana@durlstonpartners.com

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. If you have strong academics, drive, and the willingness to learn, we want to hear from you.

Note: If you haven’t received a reply within three days, your application was unfortunately not successful.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time