Java Software Engineer

Java - Edinburgh, Scotland

Ref: 6078Tuesday 3 February 2026

£35,000 - £45,000

Java Software Engineer – Edinburgh, Hybrid
 
Ready to make an impact in the space technology sector? 
 
Join a pioneering, fast-growing company that’s redefining how space-based systems and services are developed and operated globally.
 
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the design and development of innovative software products, working on cutting-edge technology that supports everything from university research to commercial space missions. 
 
What’s On Offer:
  • Salary up to £45,000
  • Hybrid working in Edinburgh 
  • 36 days’ annual leave
  • 6% employer pension contribution
  • Health cash plan, life assurance and enhanced sick pay
  • Ongoing investment in learning, development and conferences
  • A supportive, inclusive culture where your work directly impacts space missions
 
What You Will Do:
As part of our Customer Delivery and Operations team, you’ll:
  • Develop, test, and maintain software elements within our ground systems.
  • Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth integration of products within our wider software suite.
  • Deliver high-quality, reliable code adhering to industry best practices.
  • Investigate and resolve software issues, providing support internally and externally.
 
Who We Are Looking For:
We want someone who can hit the ground running and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment. Essential skills include:
  • Strong Java experience.
  • Background writing, testing, and debugging high-quality code.
  • Software development lifecycle, including design, implementation, and documentation.
  • Curious, creative, and eager to learn new languages, frameworks, and approaches.
 
Why Join:
Trailblazer in the space tech industry, empowering our global customers, from start-ups to established agencies, to develop and operate space systems faster, more reliably, and more cost-effectively. Teams are at the heart of innovation, and they champion employee ownership and collaboration across all levels.
 
Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.
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