EMEA R&D Leader, Aviation Software & Innovation

Valsoft Corporation; Ambleside; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking an accomplished R&D Leader to oversee the strategic and operational direction of research and development initiatives within their Aviation software division across the EMEA region. The role includes leading teams, driving innovation, and optimizing R&D processes. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience in software development and a strong background in enterprise software, preferably in aviation. This is a full-time position based in the EMEA region.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in technical leadership or R&D management.
• Proven track record of leading distributed software engineering teams.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in other European languages is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage R&D teams across multiple EMEA locations.
• Drive innovation and technical excellence in software architecture.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle and product delivery lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Software development

Cloud architectures

Communication

Project management

Agile methodologies

AI in software development

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

A leading software company is seeking an accomplished R&D Leader to oversee the strategic and operational direction of research and development initiatives within their Aviation software division across the EMEA region. The role includes leading teams, driving innovation, and optimizing R&D processes. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience in software development and a strong background in enterprise software, preferably in aviation. This is a full-time position based in the EMEA region.