Lead Software Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing tech company in Reading is looking for a Lead Software Engineer to oversee software architecture and development. The role involves mentoring, developing embedded systems, and contributing to environmental solutions. Offering £70-90k salary, high autonomy, and share options, it's an exciting opportunity for experienced candidates. Visa sponsorship available for exceptional applicants already in the UK.

Benefits

£70-90k salary

High degree of autonomy

Share options

Qualifications

• Experience in a lead software engineer role for several years.
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python.
• Proficient in C++ and Computer Vision.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the software for the company’s modules.
• Mentorship of junior engineers.
• Develop embedded systems and AI models.

Skills

Leading software engineer role

Proficiency with scripting languages like Python

Proficiency in C++ and Computer Vision

Experience developing control mechanisms for automation

Embedded software development

Job description

Overview

Lead Software Engineer | Reading | £70-90k. Do you have experience with embedded systems & AI? A fast-growing company in Reading is looking for someone to lead their Software Development team. You will lead the direction of the software architecture while working on real-life environmental solutions, contributing to a greener and safer world.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the software used on the company’s modules and lead development and maintenance of applications for the main system
• Mentorship of junior engineers, taking the lead in the company’s culture
• Developing embedded systems and AI models

Required skills

• Have held a leading software engineer role for a number of years
• Proficiency with scripting languages like Python
• Proficiency in C++ and Computer Vision
• Experience developing control mechanisms for automation
• Experience with embedded software development (microcontrollers etc.)

Desirable skills

• Experience designing low power automated systems
• AWS knowledge
• Experience working with motors & materials handling systems
• Experience designing electronic circuits
• Previous experience in a regulated environment

What you’ll get

• £70-90k
• High degree of autonomy in a knowledge-sharing environment, working on cutting-edge systems for a rapidly emerging market
• Share options

Apply now to make your mark on the future of engineering!

VISA Sponsorship available for exceptional candidates already in the UK

Job Details

• Location: Reading
• ID: 1741713
• Date Posted: Posted 1 day ago
• Expiration Date: 07/11/2025

Additional information

Platform Recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more