We are seeking multiple QA Engineer's to ensure the quality and security of APIs and cloud infrastructure by performing manual and automated tests in AWS and/or Azure environments. The role involves testing for functionality, performance, and security vulnerabilities, including identifying and reporting defects in integrations and cloud services. The Junior QA Engineer will collaborate with development teams to define test cases and acceptance criteria, validate input handling and edge cases, and ensure robust access controls and secure data handling. Additionally, the role includes performing load and performance testing, maintaining test scripts, and ensuring compliance with security best practices in an Agile environment.
Responsibilities: Test RESTful APIs to ensure functionality, performance, security, and proper access permissions. Conduct manual and automated testing for integrations, APIs, and cloud infrastructure, identifying and reporting defects. Validate inputs, edge cases, and malformed inputs, ensuring robust API handling and error responses. Test for security vulnerabilities (e.g., injection attacks, unauthorised access), ensuring the system is secure by design and properly validates inputs. Verify access permissions and role-based access controls (RBAC) to ensure proper authorisation and authentication mechanisms. Perform feature testing to ensure new features and updates meet requirements and function as intended. Collaborate with development teams to define test cases, scenarios, and acceptance criteria, ensuring security and functional requirements are met. Ensure compliance with security best practices when testing cloud-based solutions and APIs, with a focus on secure data access and storage. Perform load and performance testing on APIs and cloud infrastructure to ensure scalability and responsiveness. Maintain and update test scripts for API testing, security, and cloud services as features evolve. Participate in code reviews to ensure testability, security, and compliance with access controls. Document and track defects, working with developers to resolve issues and improve the quality of the product. Work in an Agile environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
Required experience:
1-5 years of experience in quality assurance, particularly in testing APIs and cloud services (AWS and/or Azure). Familiarity with automated testing tools such as Postman, JMeter, Selenium, or similar for API and system testing. Knowledge of security testing techniques, including detecting vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and ensuring secure access controls. Proven ability in performance testing, including evaluating API and cloud service load capacity and responsiveness. Ability to identify and test edge cases, malformed inputs, and validate error handling processes in API endpoints. Experience writing and maintaining automation scripts for various testing purposes. Comfortable working in Agile environments, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and collaborating in a fast-paced team setting. Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git) to manage test assets and work alongside development teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documenting test results and defects and working with cross-functional teams. Strong troubleshooting skills, with the ability to quickly pinpoint and resolve issues in APIs or cloud infrastructure. Strong attention to detail, with a focus on delivering high-quality software by thoroughly testing all aspects of functionality and security.
Integration Engineer - Stevenage - Hybrid
We are seeking an Integration Specialist to design, develop, and deploy integrations between cloud-based and third-party systems using AWS services like API Gateway, Lambda, EventBridge, and SQS. The role involves building scalable, secure integrations and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient data flow and best practices.
Responsibilities: Develop and deploy integration solutions using AWS services (e.g., API Gateway, AWS Glue, Lambda, EventBridge, SNS, SQS). Write and maintain RESTful APIs using AWS API Gateway and Lambda (Java or C#). Develop and optimise AWS Lambda functions to support data integration processes, focusing on performance and cost efficiency. Assist in implementing event-driven architectures using Amazon EventBridge, SNS, and SQS to process real-time data. Integrate third-party SaaS applications (e.g., Salesforce, Workday, ServiceNow) into AWS environments. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for APIs, integration workflows, and Lambda functions. Assist in the configuration and customisation of integration workflows to meet business requirements. Participate in technical discussions related to API design, data flow, and integration strategies, contributing to design decisions. Follow best practices for code quality, writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code that adheres to the organisation’s coding standards. Participate in peer code reviews to ensure code quality, identify potential issues, and share knowledge with team members. Ensure security by design, incorporating best practices for securing data and APIs, including encryption, authentication, and access control. Write scalable and performant code, optimising AWS Lambda functions and integrations for low latency and high throughput. Write unit tests for Lambda functions, APIs, and integration components to ensure reliability and quality of code. Work in an Agile/Scrum environment, participating in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives, and delivering committed tasks on time.
Required Experience: 2+ years of experience in system integration, API development, and working with AWS cloud services. Hands-on experience with AWS services including API Gateway, Lambda, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, and Glue. Proficiency in developing AWS Lambda functions using Python, Java or C#. Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, including experience with OAuth, JWT, and API security best practices. Familiarity with AWS DevOps tools such as CodePipeline, CodeDeploy, and CodeBuild for deploying integrations and automating workflows. Strong understanding of security best practices in API development, including data encryption, secure authentication, and access control. Familiarity with unit testing and writing testable, maintainable code for Lambda functions, APIs, and integration components. Experience with monitoring and logging AWS integrations using CloudWatch and CloudTrail for debugging and troubleshooting. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and delivering on sprint goals. Proficient in using version control systems such as Git to manage code changes. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve integration issues and deployment failures. Basic experience in event-driven architectures, leveraging services like Amazon EventBridge, SNS, and SQS for real-time data processing. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and design integration solutions.
Senior Business Manager – Public Sector
Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.
We are seeking a Senior Business Manager to play a key role in the Public Sector Business Unit, driving growth and engagement within central government organisations, including the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and other public sector bodies. This role is instrumental in expanding Akkodis’ presence in IT & digital services, leveraging expertise in cloud technologies, IT/IS infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data analytics. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background, experience in business development, strategic account management, and stakeholder engagement within the public sector. A proven ability to deliver technology-led solutions that align with government objectives is essential.
Responsibilities • Develop and execute business strategies to expand Akkodis’ public sector footprint, ensuring alignment with MOD and other government bodies. • Strategic Account Management: Lead and grow key partnerships within the public sector, fostering long-term engagement and value creation. • Build relationships with key decision-makers within MOD, central government departments, and associated defence contractors. • Oversee bids, RFIs, and tender processes within the public sector, ensuring profitable revenue streams and P&L accountability. • Work closely with internal teams to craft IT & digital solutions tailored to public sector challenges. • Partner with internal Akkodis teams to ensure seamless service delivery and business scalability. • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to allocate and mobilise resources effectively, optimising consultant engagement. • Provide regular insights through reports and data-driven decision-making.
Required Skills • Strong knowledge of public sector procurement, contracts, and frameworks, particularly within MOD or other central government bodies. • Ability to manage complex commercial engagements, negotiations, and strategic partnerships. • Strong relationship-building skills with a client- and results-driven mindset. • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage at senior stakeholder levels. • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and developing opportunities. • Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities. • Negotiation and entrepreneurial mindset. • Client- and results-driven approach.
Required Experience • 4-7 years in a fast-paced environment, ideally in engineering, consulting, or recruitment. • Prior experience working with MOD, defence contractors, or central government organisations is highly desirable. • Proven experience in business development and account management in IT & digital solutions, engineering, or consultancy services. • Experience in managing bids, tenders, and frameworks within government contracts.
Required education • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, engineering, or technology-related fields.
Why Join Akkodis? • Be part of a growing, high-impact team at the forefront of public sector digital transformation. • Work on innovative IT & digital projects that shape the future of government and defence technology. • Engage with key industry stakeholders and build a strong professional network in the public sector. • Enjoy a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking work environment.
Senior Business Manager – Public Sector
Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.
We are seeking a Senior Business Manager to play a key role in the Public Sector Business Unit, driving growth and engagement within central government organisations, including the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and other public sector bodies. This role is instrumental in expanding Akkodis’ presence in IT & digital services, leveraging expertise in cloud technologies, IT/IS infrastructure, cybersecurity, and data analytics. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background, experience in business development, strategic account management, and stakeholder engagement within the public sector. A proven ability to deliver technology-led solutions that align with government objectives is essential.
Responsibilities • Develop and execute business strategies to expand Akkodis’ public sector footprint, ensuring alignment with MOD and other government bodies. • Strategic Account Management: Lead and grow key partnerships within the public sector, fostering long-term engagement and value creation. • Build relationships with key decision-makers within MOD, central government departments, and associated defence contractors. • Oversee bids, RFIs, and tender processes within the public sector, ensuring profitable revenue streams and P&L accountability. • Work closely with internal teams to craft IT & digital solutions tailored to public sector challenges. • Partner with internal Akkodis teams to ensure seamless service delivery and business scalability. • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to allocate and mobilise resources effectively, optimising consultant engagement. • Provide regular insights through reports and data-driven decision-making.
Required Skills • Strong knowledge of public sector procurement, contracts, and frameworks, particularly within MOD or other central government bodies. • Ability to manage complex commercial engagements, negotiations, and strategic partnerships. • Strong relationship-building skills with a client- and results-driven mindset. • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage at senior stakeholder levels. • Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and developing opportunities. • Strong communication and relationship-building capabilities. • Negotiation and entrepreneurial mindset. • Client- and results-driven approach.
Required Experience • 4-7 years in a fast-paced environment, ideally in engineering, consulting, or recruitment. • Prior experience working with MOD, defence contractors, or central government organisations is highly desirable. • Proven experience in business development and account management in IT & digital solutions, engineering, or consultancy services. • Experience in managing bids, tenders, and frameworks within government contracts.
Required education • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business, engineering, or technology-related fields.
Why Join Akkodis? • Be part of a growing, high-impact team at the forefront of public sector digital transformation. • Work on innovative IT & digital projects that shape the future of government and defence technology. • Engage with key industry stakeholders and build a strong professional network in the public sector. • Enjoy a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking work environment.
Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets.
With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.
Scope Akkodis is establishing a pioneering IT & Digital Centre of Excellence (CoE), designed to drive transformative technology programmes across the UK. This dynamic new team will play a key role in delivering large-scale digital, cloud, software, and infrastructure projects, supporting both public and private sector clients. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, strategic partnerships, and innovative SaaS-based solutions, the CoE will enhance digital capabilities, future-proof workforces, and enable data-driven decision-making. Joining our CoE presents a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of major national initiatives, working within a high-impact, collaborative environment. Our diverse roles span architecture, project management, data analytics, software development, and technical support—empowering professionals to shape scalable, next-generation digital ecosystems. Whether delivering sophisticated Big Data platforms, cloud solutions, or advanced infrastructure, our teams will drive innovation and digital excellence across multiple programmes.
Role We are seeking a highly skilled Pega System Architect to join our growing team to deliver a large-scale, enterprise-grade Recruitment Platform built on Pega and hosted on AWS. As a key member of our delivery team, you will be responsible for configuring, building, and optimising Pega solutions that support seamless recruitment workflows, integrations, and user experiences. You will work closely with business architects, integration specialists, and cloud teams to ensure a scalable, high-performance, and secure solution.
Responsibilities Design and implement candidate journey workflows, including application, screening, interview scheduling, and hiring stages. Configure case types, stages, steps, SLAs, escalations, and routing rules. Develop and maintain decision tables, decision trees, and declarative rules for eligibility checks, notifications, and dynamic forms. Implement and configure Pega connectors and services to integrate with external systems. Work with integration teams on API and data flow integration. Customise Pega sections, harnesses, and screens to provide an intuitive experience for candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers. Design and implement reusable data pages, data transforms, and data classes to support candidate profiles, job postings, and application history. Apply role-based access controls, privileges, and security best practices ensuring compliance with GDPR and data protection policies. Tune Pega application performance, conduct performance testing, and resolve any bottlenecks to ensure scalability. Support unit testing, integration testing, UAT, and defect resolution. Provide documentation and knowledge transfer to support teams post go-live. Required Experience 4+ years of experience in Pega application development, ideally in large-scale enterprise environments. Strong experience in case management, business rule configuration, and data modelling. Hands-on experience in REST/SOAP integrations and familiarity with AWS services is a plus. Required Skills Pega CSA and SSA certificates required. • Proficiency in UI customisations using Pega’s UI components. Solid understanding of Pega security models and access control mechanisms. Knowledge of performance tuning techniques and debugging tools. Familiarity with Agile delivery methods and working within Scrum teams. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams. Desired Skills Exposure to AWS Glue, DevOps practices, or CI/CD pipelines. Experience with Pega’s reporting capabilities and data visualisation. Required Education Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
Lead Design Engineer Location: Multiple locations are available, Crawley, Stockport or Somerset. Hybrid working: 3 days on site per week
About the role The Lead Design Engineer is responsible for managing engineering tasks within defined parameters of cost, schedule, performance, and quality commitments. This role focuses on the design, development, and production of a specialised hardware solution currently manufactured abroad. A key challenge is aligning the technical documentation with local manufacturing capabilities and resolving cross-border communication bottlenecks to ensure seamless production and delivery.
What you'll be doing
Lead both UK and non-UK based engineering teams. Oversee coordination between mechanical design engineers, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities, and track task completion timelines. Hold daily stand-ups to align teams and resolve issues efficiently. Manage the accuracy and feasibility of mechanical designs for production abroad. Collaborate with engineers to ensure mechanical tolerances meet the necessary specifications for local manufacturing. Focus on improving response times to queries from the overseas team. Streamline communication between both teams, ensuring faster feedback loops and technical issue resolution. Identify and address gaps in the existing Data Pack, working to modify or redesign components where necessary to better align with foreign production requirements. Lead hardware engineering packages from requirements through design, development, and IVVQ, ensuring alignment with project milestones. Tailor engineering processes to meet company and project-specific needs. Maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure that client requirements are met during procurement and implementation, particularly with respect to the challenges posed by cross-border manufacturing. Prepare monthly engineering dashboards for reviews and support the Work Package Manager by defining work package descriptions in alignment with plans, cost, and budget.
Your experience Proactive leadership in both team and technical management. Strong background within either electrical, mechanical design, systems engineering, and design lifecycle management. Excellent skills in team collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. Ability to manage risk and challenges across geographically dispersed teams. Experience in requirements management, problem-solving, and ensuring alignment with manufacturing capabilities.
You will have the following Experience within Systems, Hardware, Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering in a highly regulated environment, managing multi-disciplinary teams. Experience with Engineering Lifecycle Management, including technical leadership, design tolerances, and lifecycle reviews (PDR, CDR). Knowledge of Engineering Tools: Familiarity with Primavera P6, Chorus2, DDQS, JIRA, or other lifecycle management tools.
About us Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation. With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to-end solution offering, with four service lines – Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy – to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow.
About the Company - Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets. With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.
Scope - We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the modernisation of a secure legacy system. This is a critical role blending traditional embedded ADA practices with agile elements, focused on developing and sustaining high-integrity, mission-critical software for defence and aerospace systems.
Role - The Embedded Software Engineer will be responsible for embedded ADA development, real-time software engineering, and hardware integration for a secure, high-reliability system modernisation project. This role requires on-site presence at Luton (or Akkodis Stevenage office as needed) and close collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams in a structured environment.
Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and upgrade embedded ADA software for mission-critical systems. Perform real-time software engineering and target-based testing. Ensure compliance with DO-178 standards for aviation or defence applications. Integrate software with hardware at a low level, ensuring robust system functionality. Contribute to high-reliability, process-driven development environments using a blend of traditional and agile methodologies. Participate in reviews, system validation, and integration activities.
Required Experience Extensive experience in embedded ADA development. Background in real-time, safety-critical, or mission-critical software engineering. Experience with DO-178 compliance and working on defence or aerospace projects. Experience with low-level software-hardware integration and target-based testing.
Required Skills Strong proficiency in embedded ADA programming. Good understanding of system-level software and hardware interfaces. Comfortable working under structured software development processes. Knowledge of agile methodologies and process-driven environments. Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and debugging skills. Ability to work effectively in a mission-critical environment.
Required Education - Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
Clearance Requirements Active SC (Security Clearance) or eligible to obtain SC clearance. BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance will be required to start.
Scope: The EWIS Technical Leader role combines technical expertise with project and team leadership responsibilities to ensure the successful design and production of aeronautical electrical harnesses.
Role: The EWIS Technical Leader is responsible for technical oversight and team management. They ensure adherence to quality, methods, and internal regulations, guide technological choices, and serve as the technical focal point for project partners.
Responsibilities:
Technical Activities Proficiency in CAD software such as CATIA V5 and 3Dexperience. Expertise in the design of electrical harnesses for aeronautical applications. Deliverables include: 3D Designs 2D Drawings TRL Justification dossiers Test plans and reports Study reports Engineering notes Technologies comparison
Project and Team Lead Activities Dispatch tasks and follow up on technical achievements. Guide technological choices and validate deliverables. Identify training needs and upskill team members as required. Resolve technical challenges and report progress to hierarchy. Organize team meetings and coordinate project stakeholders. Evaluate technical and project risks. Ensure compliance with quality, methods, and internal regulations.
Required Experience Significant experience in aeronautical electrical harness design. Knowledge of R&T environments, test processes, and demonstrator production. Proven track record in leading technical projects and teams.
Required Skills Advanced proficiency in CATIA V5 and 3Dexperience. Excellent team management, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Strong knowledge of aeronautical design standards and practices.
Required Education Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Certifications in CAD software and aeronautical design are advantageous.
Job title: Electrical Engineer Location: Multiple locations available. Stockport, Crawley and Templecombe Security Clearance: SC clearance required/must be able to attain a minimum level of UK security clearance.
Mission Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation.
With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 engineers and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics.
The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to-end solution offering, with four service lines – Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy – to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow.
Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group and is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate.
Scope The Electrical Engineer develops integrated hardware solutions, both utilising COTS components and designing bespoke systems, through design, development, verification, and validation.
In this role you will produce electrical interconnect designs, cable schedules, ICDs, wiring schedules, LV distributions, earth & bonding strategies, assess the impact of EMI / EMC, RoHS, REACH and LV Directive on the electrical designs, etc.
Responsibilities Satisfy the HW requirement set through design, development, and test activities. Implement the hardware architecture in physical and electrical form, fit and function. Support Manufacturing and Procurement during the build phase, i.e. respond to Problem Reports and implement Engineering Change Requests. Define the Design Proving / Hardware Test Specifications and use these during qualification. Define the EMC and Environmental Test Specifications and use these during qualification. Design and develop any special test equipment to facilitate the above.
Skills General Electronic and Electrical Engineering (degree level). COTS AC and DC LV power supplies. Designing with PCI, RS485/232, Hotlink and Ethernet interfaces. Designing cables and harness assemblies, utilising military style connectors and backshells, such as MIL-DTL-38999. An understanding of cable screening methods and military style cable construction methodologies. Designing to meet EMC and environmental standards / requirements.
Experience Strong relevant experience of the Skills listed above or associated experience that can be applied to electronic, electrical and electro-mechanical design in a regulated industry. Design and specification of COTS and bespoke sub-assemblies and equipment suitable for 19” racks / cabinets. Interconnection Design (i.e. wiring harnesses, copper or fibre optical network interconnections, connector types, power distribution and data comms, spatial constraints, environmental considerations). Full engineering lifecycle experience (Capture, Design, Implementation, Test). Working with requirements in a structured and evidential manner. Production of Design / Test Specifications and Test Reports.
Job title: Onboard Software Engineer Location: Stevenage, UK
Company Akkodis is a global leader in engineering, technology, and R&D, harnessing the power of connected data to drive digital transformation and innovation for a smarter, more sustainable future. As part of the Adecco Group, Akkodis combines the expertise of AKKA and Modis, with over 50,000 engineers and digital specialists across 30 countries in North America, EMEA, and APAC. Our teams bring extensive cross-sector knowledge in critical technology areas such as mobility, software services, robotics, simulations, cybersecurity, AI, and data analytics, enabling clients to tackle complex challenges in today’s rapidly evolving markets.
With a comprehensive solution portfolio across four service lines—Consulting, Solutions, Talents, and Academy—Akkodis supports clients from concept through to full-scale deployment and optimisation. Our diverse offerings help organisations rethink product development, accelerate productivity, reduce time-to-market, and prepare for the future. At Akkodis, you’ll join a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and global collaboration, where you can make a meaningful impact through innovative projects that shape the future of technology.
Scope We are seeking a Software Engineer to join a high-impact, mission-critical space programme – the Rosalind Franklin rover. This is an exciting opportunity to work on onboard spacecraft software, with long-term visibility and career development opportunities.
Role The Software Engineer will be responsible for contributing to the design, development, and validation of onboard software for spacecraft systems. This includes working in compliance with ESA and ECSS standards, supporting hardware-software integration, and ensuring rigorous software testing.
Responsibilities Contribute to the design, development, and validation of onboard software for spacecraft systems. Support UML-based design and documentation in accordance with ECSS standards. Develop code in C/C++, with future potential to evolve towards Rust. Collaborate using Linux-based development environments and JIRA for task tracking, participating in Agile-style delivery. Support hardware-software integration, understanding the limitations and constraints of embedded systems and single-core/multi-core transitions. Participate in onboard software testing, ensuring compliance with ESA practices and engineering discipline.
Required Experience Proven software development experience, ideally covering the full lifecycle. Strong experience in onboard software development, preferably for critical systems Hands-on knowledge of ECSS standards (DO-178 knowledge is beneficial but not applicable here). Experience working close to hardware and understanding performance constraints. Experience designing in UML and managing software lifecycles in collaborative teams.
Required Skills Proficiency in C / C++ (openness to Rust in the future is beneficial). Scripting or additional languages such as JavaScript are a bonus. Experience working in Linux environments. Familiarity with Jira or similar project/task management tools.
