Bearcroft
Software Engineer

How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Leading ML & Digital Twin Software Company | Software Engineer | Westcott Venture Park, near Bicester | £39K-£49K
About the Company:
Our partner, a rapidly growing software company based near Oxford and Bicester, is at the forefront of developing innovative Machine Learning and Digital Twin software solutions for the Aerospace, Defence, and Urban Air Mobility sectors. They are pioneers in creating high-performance flight safety and GPS-free navigation systems for uncrewed autonomous platforms. This small, highly technical, and collaborative firm offers a dynamic environment where engineers can take significant ownership of complex product development, driving the future of autonomous systems.
About the Role:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented Software Engineer to join a cutting-edge team, focusing on the development and implementation of advanced algorithms for real-time embedded systems. You will play a crucial role across the full software development lifecycle, specifically contributing to flight safety and GPS-free navigation solutions for uncrewed autonomous systems. The role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a highly technical environment, enjoys tackling complex algorithmic challenges, and wants to see their work directly impact disruptive technologies in the aerospace and defence industries.
Reasons to use Rodeo
I’m in my final year doing Economics and I don’t know whether to apply for grad schemes now or do a masters first. What do you think?
Honest answer — it depends on where you want to end up. A lot of top grad schemes (Big 4, civil service, banking) don’t need a masters. Let’s look at the ones you’d be competitive for now, and we can decide if a masters actually adds anything.
Also worth knowing: most autumn 2026 applications are open now. Timing matters more than you think.
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
Graduate Consultant — 2026 Scheme
Why you're a good match
StrongYour economics background and your summer at a regional bank line up with what PwC looks for on the consulting scheme. Applications close in four weeks.
See breakdownIt searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Why you're a good match
You’ve got the grades and the economics background, and your bank internship is exactly the experience this scheme looks for. Apply soon — deadlines close within the month.
Experience fit
Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test high-performance embedded software algorithms for autonomous systems.
- Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment.
- Focus on real-time flight safety and GPS-free navigation solutions.
- Implement software engineering best practices, including design, coding standards, and testing.
- Write well-structured, efficient, documented, and thoroughly tested software.
- Participate in code reviews, source control management, and build processes.
- Collaborate closely with a highly technical team in a fast-paced R&D environment.
Requirements:
- Degree (ideally 2:1 or above) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 2-3 years' professional experience with real-time embedded software algorithms development.
- Strong C++ experience, particularly within real-time, embedded, or safety-critical systems.
- Deep understanding of real-time systems, event-driven execution, and formal design methods.
- Proven expertise in test-driven development and verification techniques.
- Practical experience with software engineering best practice, including documentation and code review.
- Comfortable working within the defence industry and eligible for UK SC clearance.
- Must not be subject to non-UK export restrictions (e.g., US ITAR).


Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Compensation and benefits:
- Competitive salary package ranging from £39,000 to £49,000.
- Opportunity to take significant ownership in a small, highly technical company.
- Exposure to cutting-edge Machine Learning and Digital Twin technologies.
- Contribute to disruptive innovation in Aerospace, Defence, and Urban Air Mobility.
- Potential for hybrid working, with primary location at Westcott Venture Park.
- Engage with complex algorithmic challenges and impactful product development.
- Chance to work on critical flight safety and GPS-free navigation systems.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London