Job Description

Role :

Software Engineer

Grade :

Graduate

Salary :

27,500 pa

Start Date :

Oct/Nov TBC

Term :

Permanent

Description :

Craft Prospect is seeking a graduate software engineer to support ongoing space projects and the development of onboard software for satellite missions. You will work as part of a dynamic engineering team to deliver intelligence and automation into small satellite missions, leveraging AI and advanced data processing methods.

The company seeks to develop a diverse and inclusive team and encourages applications from all backgrounds. In recognition that different groups may respond to job specifications differently and that our developing talent pool can come from all quarters, we seek to minimise the number of prerequisites in any role and rather recruit for attitude, and ability to positively contribute to our small but growing team and our work.

All roles require background security checks, and may require other clearances.

Prerequisites :

Degree level qualification in software engineering related subject

Experience of Python programming and familiarity with machine learning frameworks (such as TensorFlow etc)

Proven ability for problem solving and a positive team player

Responsibilities :

Development of autonomy enabling software for small satellite systems

Development of embedded software and deployment of machine learning models

Development of in-house machine learning models, training pipelines and validation methods

Support company development of complex mission payloads

Support flight and ground segment mission operations

Engage with customers to understand needs and solutions

Customer and industry engagement, including conference presentations

Preferred :

Ability to code C/C++/Python to industry standards

Able to show clear understanding of coding practices for critical systems

Able to show leadership potential and responsibility for delivery

Line Manager :

Lucy Donnell

About Us :

Craft Prospect is a young engineer-led company in its 9th year having consistently doubled turnover and headcount, picking up a number of awards and recognitions along the way. We work on projects for commercial customers and space agencies, as well as cutting edge R&D. We want to develop our employees to become stakeholders within the organisation, able to work within a team leading projects and developing future space mission concepts to make a positive impact. Our diverse team includes former leads of national space missions and experienced industry professionals. You will be given the opportunity to support the ongoing development of the company, while we work with you to support your career aspirations.

See more at: www.craftprospect.com.

Benefits :

4 day week option at 80% FTE salary (Tu-Fr minimum)

Up to 16% pension (matched salary sacrifice)

Wellbeing and personal development budget

Tailored internal and external training

Employee share ownership schemes

Occasional travel to conferences and other events

Location :

Glasgow, UK

Applicants :

Applicants should email a cover letter and CV to recruitment@craftprospect.com, using reference 25-01075

Closing Date :

26 October 2025 or when suitable candidate is found

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 27,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee stock ownership plan Employee stock purchase plan Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay UK visa sponsorship
Ability to commute/relocate:

Glasgow G51 4XS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

Are you educated to degree level in a software engineering related subject?
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Work Location: In person