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Head of Software Engineering — Embedded & Platform

Reedmace Talent

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

21 days ago

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Job summary

A UK quantum technology company is seeking a Head of Software Engineering to lead a high-performing team and drive the transition to in-house capabilities. Located in the West Midlands, this role involves architecting embedded software and collaborating with C-level leadership. The ideal candidate has strong experience in software team management, hands-on delivery in embedded C++, and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and range of benefits.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private Medical Insurance
5% Pension
Death in Service
EMI Share Options
Free Parking
On Site Café
Electric Vehicle Charge Points
Home Office provision

Qualifications

  • Proven experience building and leading software teams.
  • Hands-on delivery in embedded C++ with FPGA integration.
  • Strong communicator able to engage with C-level and investors.

Responsibilities

  • Build and lead an internal software engineering team.
  • Architect and deliver embedded and platform software.
  • Manage outsourced partners and drive knowledge transfer in-house.

Skills

Embedded C++
Linux
FPGA
Django
CI/CD
Agile methodologies
Team leadership
Communication
Job description
A UK quantum technology company is seeking a Head of Software Engineering to lead a high-performing team and drive the transition to in-house capabilities. Located in the West Midlands, this role involves architecting embedded software and collaborating with C-level leadership. The ideal candidate has strong experience in software team management, hands-on delivery in embedded C++, and effective communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and range of benefits.
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