Lead Software Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Lead Software Engineer in Cheltenham to develop embedded software for defence technology. The role involves leading a team and ensuring compliance with DO-178C standards. Ideal candidates will have expertise in C/C++ and experience in safety-critical systems. The company offers a collaborative environment with career development opportunities. Apply now to join a team redefining defence technology.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in developing bare-metal real-time embedded systems using C/C++.
• Strong knowledge of DO-178C Level A standards and safety-critical systems.
• Demonstrated success leading software teams in high-reliability domains.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and verification of embedded software.
• Ensure compliance with DO-178C Level A standards.
• Conduct design and code reviews for quality assurance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Guide and mentor a team of software engineers.

Skills

Bare-metal embedded systems development

C/C++ programming

DO-178C Level A compliance

Team leadership

Communication skills

Tools

Debugging tools

Hardware interfaces

Job description

Are you ready to redefine defence technology and take your career to the next level? This is an exciting opportunity to join a company at the forefront of aerospace and defence systems innovation. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge solutions that save lives and transform the battlefield. With a supportive and collaborative work environment, flexible benefits, and career development opportunities, this role offers the perfect platform for you to thrive and make a real impact.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the design, development, and verification of a real-time, bare-metal embedded software system written in C/C++.
• Ensure compliance with DO-178C Level A standards, maintaining rigorous testing and quality assurance.
• Conduct design and code reviews to uphold high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, systems, and test engineering, for seamless integration.
• Report project status to stakeholders and contribute to program reviews.
• Guide and mentor a team of software engineers to achieve project goals efficiently.

What You Will Bring:

• Proven experience in developing bare-metal real-time embedded systems using C/ C++.
• Strong knowledge of DO-178C Level A standards and safety-critical systems.
• Demonstrated success leading software teams in high-reliability domains.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to manage priorities and liaise with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with debugging tools, hardware interfaces, and safety analysis techniques.

This role is a key contributor to the company's mission of delivering high-reliability solutions for aerospace and defence systems. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and safety, the Lead Software Engineer will drive the development of advanced software systems that meet the highest industry standards.

Location:

The role is based in Cheltenham

Interested?

If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and become a part of a team redefining defence technology, apply now to explore this incredible opportunity as a Lead Software Engineer!