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Senior System Specialist

QinetiQ


Job Location:

Farnborough - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 9 August 2026 (27 days ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Package: (salary dependent on experience) Benefits

Role ID: SF20425

Are you ready to be part of the future At QinetiQ were not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Systems Specialist at our Farnborough Boscombe Down or Malvern site where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.

The Role
As a Senior Systems Specialist you will provide expert-level support and leadership in the management of QinetiQs SAP SuccessFactors platform. Operating within Enterprise Digital Services the role is accountable for ensuring system is secure resilient and aligned with evolving business needs.

Day-to-day youll lead on system design integration and service improvement initiatives working closely with stakeholders across geographies to deliver high-quality outcomes. By combining deep technical expertise with strategic insight and mentoring capabilities the role drives operational excellence enhances user experience and contributes to the continuous evolution of corporate IT services.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Provide technical leadership and Subject Matter Expertise across SAP SuccessFactors and enterprise systems shaping system strategy supporting the HR technology roadmap and ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Manage SuccessFactors system configuration security governance and compliance including role-based access controls change management audit readiness data protection and adherence to organisational policies and best practices
  • Lead system support incident resolution and service delivery acting as an escalation point for complex issues coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring system availability performance and service excellence
  • Oversee integrations data management and system lifecycle activities including data migration validation reconciliation platform upgrades releases enhancements and continuous optimisation
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders vendors and third-party partners to define requirements implement solutions manage platform roadmaps support projects and identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement documentation testing and knowledge sharing maintaining high-quality system documentation leading testing activities providing user training and mentoring and enhancing operational efficiency and user experience

Essential experience of the Senior Systems Specialist:

  • Extensive knowledge of SuccessFactors and the wider SAP product and systems landscape supporting multiple modules.
  • Strong experience configuring supporting integrating and optimising SuccessFactors modules
  • Strategic technical leadership with a proven ability to shape system roadmaps lead design and enhancement initiatives and align technology solutions with business objectives across complex multi-site organisations
  • Strong governance security and service management knowledge including access controls compliance audit requirements incident change and problem management and adherence to regulatory standards such as GDPR and ISO 27001
  • Excellent stakeholder vendor and communication skills able to influence senior leaders collaborate across technical and business teams manage third-party providers and translate technical concepts into business outcomes
  • Results-driven and continuous improvement focused with strong analytical documentation mentoring and problem-solving capabilities driving system performance user adoption operational efficiency and team development

Essential qualifications for the Senior Systems Specialist:

  • A technical degree in a related field (e.g. Computer Science Engineering Maths) or equivalent professional experience

We value difference and we dont have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education provided you can show the required level of experienced willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

This role is 37 hours per week based at our Farnborough Boscombe Down or Malvern sites with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.

QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance as a minimum.

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Our Recruitment Process:

At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know by emailing . One of our recruitment team will contact you.

Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.

Why Join QinetiQ

As we continue to grow into new markets around the world theres never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.

As a QinetiQ employee youll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork and pulling together youll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives blend disciplines and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Benefits

  • Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days
  • Options to join Health Cash Plan Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
  • Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance Travel Insurance Restaurants Cinema Tickets and much more
  • We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
  • Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community


Required Experience:

Senior IC


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Established in 2019, QinetiQ US is a leading defense and security company in the United States providing mission-led innovation at pace. We are a provider of technologically advanced services and products to the U.S. Department of Defense and national security agencies, positioned to ... View more

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