Embedded Software Architect

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to Recharge

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Bonus scheme

Coursera/LinkedIn Learning access

Refer a friend

Flexible benefits up to £500

Flexible working

Job summary

Leonardo UK is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Architect to shape the next generation of defence-grade systems. You will lead software engineering efforts, translate requirements into robust architectures, and drive integration of advanced software and EW capabilities across platforms.

You'll collaborate with stakeholders, evaluate design approaches, and promote modularity, reuse, and best practices in toolchains.

Qualifications

• Experience in embedded software and system architecture.
• Knowledge of C++ and Linux/VXWorks desirable.
• Familiarity with UML modelling and design patterns.
• Understanding of requirements engineering and network architectures.

Responsibilities

• Engage with project stakeholders to determine system and software level requirements.
• Collaborate in the architectural solutions at a platform to determine the software solutions that will be developed.
• Influence the development approach considering design principles, modularity and reuse, best practice, toolchain and much more.

Skills

Software architecture

C++ Embedded

UML Modelling

Object Orientation

Design Patterns

VXWorks

Requirements Eng

Networking

RTCA-DO178C

Job description

Job Description:

Your impact

As an Embedded Software Architect, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of cutting-edge systems, working at the forefront of software innovation. You’ll have the chance to lead software engineering solutions that bring complex systems to life, influencing projects from the earliest stages. You will contribute at the requirements and architecture level to ensure the successful deployment of advanced software and electronic warfare (EW) capabilities.

What you will do

• Engage with project stakeholders to determine system and software level requirements
• Collaborate in the architectural solutions at a platform to determine the software solutions that will be developed
• Influence the development approach considering design principles, modularity and reuse, best practice, toolchain and much more

What you’ll bring

• Software architecture expertise
• Experience in C++ and embedded software solutions
• UML Modelling
• Object Orientation
• Design Patterns
• Linux / VXWorks (Desirable)
• Requirements Engineering
• Network architectures and Ethernet protocols
• High integrity e.g. RTCA-DO178C

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors

to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Primary Location:

GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid