Cyber Software Engineer

Salary: £37,000 - 77,000 per year

Requirements:

• We are looking for experience in software analysis and reverse engineering of compiled or interpreted code, including work with obfuscated or defensively structured code using tools such as Ghidra or IDA Pro.
• We are looking for knowledge of Linux-based operating system internals, security architecture, and hardware abstraction.
• We are looking for experience using virtualisation, emulation, and containerisation for accelerated development, automated testing, and DevOps.
• We are looking for experience using and deploying AI-based systems for software development, analysis, or agentic solutions.
• We are looking for experience engineering software from design to delivery in modern IDEs and languages, using Agile delivery.
• We are looking for experience creating tested and testable code and integrating with automated verification systems, CI, and CD pipelines.
• We require you to hold or be eligible and willing to achieve DV clearance.

Responsibilities:

• We research existing and emerging technologies to understand threats, evolve capabilities, and innovate new solutions.
• We design, prototype, build, and test tools that support mission-led programmes and national security outcomes.
• We advise customers and teams as trusted technical advisors, acting with integrity.
• We work alongside one or more teams on projects across operational technology, secure systems, communications, AI, and cybersecurity.

Technologies:

• AI
• DevOps
• Hardware
• Support
• Linux
• Security

More:

We are Roke, a trusted partner delivering mission-critical solutions that protect the UK and its interests. We work on cutting-edge projects across operational technology, secure systems, communications, AI, and cybersecurity, helping shape the future of national security. We offer a supportive environment that values technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning, with flexible working and a strong benefits package including 30 days holiday plus bank holidays. Our Romsey location is a unique Manor House site near the New Forest and south coast, with on-site parking, a gym, and a free minibus service between Romsey station and the office. Relocation packages are available for suitable candidates.

last updated 35 week of 2026