Software Engineer

Joining Serco Italy’s amazing team offers:

• Great career opportunities
• International environment
• Possible hybrid work

Job Introduction

Serco is a leading Space Services Provider with thousands of skilled resources that has supported over 50 space missions on behalf of more than 10 Space or Government agencies around the globe, including the ESA and NASA. Serco offers space capability across the full space lifecycle from satellite testing to launch services, LEOP to spacecraft operations, space surveillance to data management, and supporting downstream application development.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer, to reinforce the team in our Italy office!

We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our team in developing, enhancing, and maintaining a suite of applications for our cloud-based platforms.

In this role, you will lead the development of applications and tools that enhance platform management, governance, usability, and performance. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to drive innovation and ensure scalable, high-performance solutions.

Main Responsibilities

As a Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions. You will be responsible for leading projects, mentoring team members, and collaborating with consultants and industrial partners.

Assets required:

• Proven experience in software development, with a strong portfolio of projects.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java and Python.
• Strong understanding of software development principles, algorithms, and data structures.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes & Container Orchestration for deploying and managing scalable applications.
• Experience in delivering presentations, demos, and technical talks to stakeholders, clients, or internal teams.
• Expert-level proficiency in English (both written and spoken). French language skill is a plus asset.

Successful Candidate

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in guiding and supporting team members to enhance their skills.
• Analytical Thinking: familiarity with breaking down complex problems and designing effective solutions.
• Technical Communication: experience in explaining complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Active Listening and capability to understand requirements and feedback effectively.
• Agility & Flexibility, adapting to project needs and shifting priorities. Positive behaviour in accepting new challenges.

About the Company

Serco is a leading provider of public services. Our customers are governments or others operating in the public sector. We gain scale, expertise and diversification by operating internationally across five sectors and four geographies: Defence, Space, Justice & Immigration, Transport, Health and Citizen Services, delivered in UK & Europe, North America, Asia Pacific and the Middle East. More information can be found at Serco | Europe.

Women in Aerospace
We prioritize Diversity and Inclusion, actively supporting initiatives such as Women in Aerospace Europe, which champions opportunities, development, and visibility for women in the Aerospace sector.

We are a diverse and inclusive organisation.

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential and we are committed to supporting the needs of all our colleagues. It’s a mix of people from different backgrounds, experiences and opinions that keeps our culture strong and vibrant.

We believe in equity so we strongly encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their abilities in an interview. We also welcome a conversation about any adjustments that would make the interview process more accessible for you. Wherever possible we are open to discussions around flexible working and we operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas.

In the UK we are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader in the government’s scheme and hold the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard; in Belgium we are partners of Diversicom and members of Charter der Vielfalt in Germany.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to The Serco Europe Recruitment Team.

Important

Any offer of employment is contingent upon you providing documents to verify your identity and employment eligibility, as required by law.

Please contact the recruitment team if needed.

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• Salary: Salary information available upon application.
• Frequency: Monthly.
• Job Reference: IT25/ESRIN/10508.
• Contract Type: Permanent.
• Closing Date: 31 May, 2025.
• Job Category: Satellite & Space Engineering & Science.