About this Software Engineer role at Motorola Solutions
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with safety. As a global leader in public safety and enterprise security, we build and connect technologies that help keep people safe where they live, learn, work, and play.The Guardian Mobile team sits within our International Mobile Applications organisation, serving critical frontline requirements for UK Fire Service officers across Windows MDTs, Android, and iOS devices.
Job Description
We are seeking an early-career or graduate-level Software Engineer to join our team of software professionals in Glasgow.
Our core Guardian Mobile solution is entering an exciting modernization phase. You will maintain our high-performing solutions while helping design, innovate, and migrate toward next-generation mobile (Android/iOS) and server architectures. Working closely with Senior Software Engineers and Product Management, you will receive ongoing mentoring to build scalable, mission-critical software.
This is a hybrid role based out of our Glasgow office—our worldwide Centre of Excellence for mobile engineering—combining home-working flexibility with in-person team collaboration days.
Basic Requirements
Education: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
Core Skills: Solid foundation in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and software design.
Communication: Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving capabilities.
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for Non-Police-Personnel-Vetting Level 3 (NPPV3), requiring a minimum of 3 years continuous UK residency.
Desirable & Nice-to-Have Skills
Exposure to mobile app development (Android/iOS using Java, Kotlin, Swift, or React Native).
Exposure to web technology stacks (HTML, CSS, React) or .NET/Windows UI frameworks (WPF, WinUI).
Familiarity with Agile (Scrum) methodologies.
Willingness or curiosity to work with legacy technologies (e.g., Delphi) during architectural migration.
What We Offer
Unique UK Benefit: Two weeks additional pay per year (Holiday Bonus scheme).
Competitive Package: Market salary, performance bonus, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working model and 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
Growth & Health: Matched pension, enhanced parental pay, continuous learning support, and 24/7 EAP.
Ready to shape software that protects emergency first responders when every second counts?
Join our growing team today!
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Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
ExperiencedReferral Payment Plan
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Motorola Solutions UK LimitedEEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
