Job Description Software Engineer-Advanced planning and scheduling Derby Full time Why join Rolls-Royce? At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting, and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-class solutions, supported by a culture that believes individuality is our greatest strength, and all perspectives, experiences and backgrounds help us innovate and enable our high-performance culture. Position Summary As the Advanced Planning & Scheduling SME for Rolls-Royce, you’ll be an integral part of the Planning & Optimisation solutions IT team working closely with our Civil & Defence businesses Centre of Excellence. Your strong knowledge of Planning & Scheduling IT systems and processes will enable you to lead and develop complex capability solutions to deliver the capability required by the business teams. This role will be instrumental in the development and support of the next generation of Planning & Scheduling within RR What you will be doing: Provide a deep understanding of Planning & Scheduling IT systems and solutions within the Planning & Optimisation Solution Delivery Team Internal system administration/Central User Administration/Authorization Administrators and Role Configurators Take the lead on managing and monitoring RR data within the Kinaxis system, with Kinaxis providing oversight and support as needed To ensure that RR’s environment change control process is followed in conjunction with Kinaxis to manage changes/patches and updates between environments Troubleshoot and debug solution components (configuration of system components) Evaluate technical feasibility and application of Solution Development best practices Responsible for complex (tier 3) user support in BAU Advise on trends relevant to a particular business process or Solution To undertake ongoing Maestro training provided as part of KLH licensed subscription Position qualifications: Relevant degree or equivalent experience Experience with Kinaxis Maestro Advanced Planning & Scheduling systems or similar A software/development engineering background, or equivalent hands-on technical experience, with proven ability to debug complex enterprise applications, investigate data and integration issues, and implement tested, maintainable solutions. Translate business requirements into functional solutions within the constraints of the enterprise architecture and systems level design Recognize alternative approaches for reaching a solution and implement most appropriate course of action Able to absorb technical information and communicate effectively at all levels to both technical and non-technical audiences Preferred requirements: Strong understanding of advanced planning and scheduling processes and systems. Hands-on experience configuring and supporting Kinaxis Maestro or a comparable planning platform. Application administration skills, including user access, roles and permissions. Data management and integration skills, including monitoring, validation and issue resolution. Experience in environment management, change control, testing and release deployment. Strong hands-on technical troubleshooting and debugging skills, with the ability to isolate root causes across application configuration, data and integrations, and deliver robust fixes for complex third-line support issues. Regional Benefits Generous Annual Leave Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury Your Shares: Matched is a simple way to own Rolls-Royce shares and invest in our future, together. Buy one share, get one free! Rolls-Royce | Your Shares: Matched Digital GP provides a convenient way for you to access GP consultations Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient, and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too. Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive. Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. The professional level and salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role. Grade: SNBG 7-10 Closing Date:19.11.2026 For further information please contact:[email protected] Job Category Information Technology Posting Date 05 Nov 2026; 00:11 Posting End Date 19 Nov 2026 Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.

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