Lead Software Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will lead an Agile software development team, driving innovation and quality in critical infrastructure projects. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment, tackling complex challenges that impact security and intelligence sectors. With a strong focus on career development and flexible working options, this role offers a chance to make a significant impact while thriving in a supportive and inclusive culture. If you're passionate about technology and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Career Development Opportunities

Performance Bonuses

Flexible Working Options

Health and Wellbeing Schemes

Pension

Discounts

Future Development Investments

Qualifications

• Experience leading an Agile software development team.
• Strong understanding of cloud architectures and DevOps tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead the software development team ensuring high-quality design.
• Contribute to the code base and perform peer reviews.
• Support project management and communicate timelines.

Skills

Agile Software Development

Cloud-based Architectures (AWS/Azure)

DevOps Tools (Jenkins, Gitlab, Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes)

Database Technologies (SQL, Elasticsearch, MongoDB)

Job description

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At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining the critical infrastructure that powers our services. You will be self-driven and organized with a passion for building elegant and stable solutions. You’ll have the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects with complex challenges within a unique space. You’ll be at the forefront of delivering core solutions that have real-world impact.

Our UK Cyber & Intelligence business combines modern software development approaches with a rich heritage and experience in the Defence and security sectors. Our customers have complex and sensitive data and information requirements, requiring a mission partner who quickly understands the context, delivering and sustaining a portfolio of challenging technology projects at scale and pace, supporting them through an ambitious digital transformation programme.

“My purpose; to lead a team of software engineers with the brightest minds, to push the boundaries and define possible together.” Rishi Badiani, Engineering Authority at Northrop Grumman UK.

Responsibilities:

• Technical leader and focal point for the software development team – ensuring software is well designed and of high quality
• Perform hands-on development and actively contribute to the code base, including peer review of code
• Support the Delivery Lead/Project Manager in developing project roadmaps, understanding delivery time scales, and communicating these to the customer
• Liaise with the Product Owner to manage the product road map and communicate the impact of changing customer requirements
• Identify technical risks and opportunities, proactively developing plans to mitigate and realize them

We can offer you a range of flexible working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedules with every other Friday off. Our benefits include private health care, career development opportunities, and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.

We are looking for:

• Experience leading an Agile software development team of mixed abilities
• Understanding of Cloud-based architectures in AWS or Azure
• Use of DevOps Automated Deployment tools such as Jenkins, Gitlab, Docker, OpenShift, or Kubernetes
• Understanding of database technologies such as SQL, Elasticsearch, or MongoDB

Security clearance:

You must already hold the highest level of UK government clearance.

Our requirements team is on hand to answer any questions and will guide you through the process.

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Every day, we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions to developing maritime navigation and control systems, and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do matters.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table, meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From Employee Resource Groups to partnerships with organizations supporting diversity, we are passionate about an inclusive community where everyone can belong.
• Your career, your way – Shape your career with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities. We offer flexibility to balance your professional and personal life, with benefits like health and wellbeing schemes, discounts, pension, and future development investments. Speak to our team to find your ideal balance.

Ready to apply?

Yes – Submit your application online. Our team will review and contact you.

Possibly, I’d like to find out more about this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support.

No, I don’t think this role is right for me – Our UK growth means new opportunities are always opening. Contact our team to discuss your career goals.

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Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

Requisition ID: R10173313

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK