Systems Engineer

About the role

Daintta are a rapidly growing, values-driven team of specialists who work with government clients across Cyber Security, National Security, Law Enforcement, Telecommunications, Defence, Science and Technology. We are seeking a talented and motivated System Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission of protecting the UK by scoping, designing and delivering mission-critical solutions. As a System Engineer, you will advise clients on system engineering best practice and ensure that complex Daintta projects are delivered with minimal risk.

What’s in it for you?

You will be joining Daintta with accountability for delivering client projects and enabling others to deliver through leadership and collaboration. In addition to being rewarded fairly for your contribution to the business, you get to work in a dynamic organisationthat is agile and responsive: a business that is growing fast and where you get to drive and shape the future, a place where you are respected by everyone and your voice is important, and somewhere you can be innovative and creative.

Key Responsibilities

Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Facilitate workshops and meetings such as risk analysis, pre-mortems, technical design workshops, requirements elicitation
Design and plan the whole lifecycle approach for complex projects and programmes
Train and advise clients in System Engineering best practice
Organise and coordinate internal technical resources and third parties / vendors for the flawless execution of projects including delivery assurance and integration
Oversee the effective delivery of projects, ensuring they remain within scope and budget with managed risk
Delivery and management of System Engineering documentation, such as SEMPs
Creation and maintenance of System Engineering artefacts such as system models, plans, requirements, integration logic, test methodologies, etc.
Manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs with the help of appropriate verification techniques
Prepare reports and present them to senior management as needed
Maintain strong relations with the client and all stakeholders
Analyse and manage risks to minimise negative effect on a project
Build and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
Prepare and review comprehensive project documentation

Skills/Knowledge

The role requires the following key skills / knowledge, non-exhaustively:

Degree level educated or equivalent experience
Strong technical ability and acumen to deep-dive into technical subject matter where appropriate.
Experience of working as a System Engineer within software, networking, digital or cyber security
Experience of working in a Consultancy, large Systems Integrator or public sector organisation delivering complex products and services
Experience desirable in delivering projects as a System Engineer to defence, government, national security or law enforcement organisations
Strong understanding of System Engineering tools, standards, techniques and methodologies including: delivery lifecycles including V-model, spiral and agile, technical risk management, trading of technical options vs risk, cost & capability, requirements elicitation and management, modelling techniques, delivery assurance, IV&V, etc.
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Outstanding organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking
Strong written and verbal communication skills
System Engineering accreditation or relevant project management qualifications will be considered

Benefits

We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

Time Off:

25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
Up to 5 days annual training leave with a dedicated training budget
Up to 3 days annual volunteering leave - give back to the community
Competitive maternity, paternity, shared parental leave & compassionate leave

Health & Wellness:

Comprehensive Private Health Insurance
Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support services
£2,000 Flex Cash Allowance, paid pro-rata over the year

Financial Benefits:

5% pension contribution
Discretionary company awards and bonuses, based on performance and company targets

Professional Development

Up to £1,000 annual training budget (access to additional training and development budget via business case)
Up to 5 days annual training leave
1 professional membership paid annually
Up to £200 of additional IT budget for new joiners

Perks

Free breakfast every Tuesday in the London office
Fortnightly drinks – in London
Regular social events, quizzes, and guest workshops
Huckletree perks – including gym and restaurant discounts
Employee referral programme
Monthly breakfast club in our Cheltenham office

Location?

Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from Daintta office (London/Cheltenham) or on client site as required.

Security Information
Due to clients’ requirements, all applications are strictly subject to security clearance requirements relevant to the role.