Lead Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Software Engineer, where you will oversee software development projects from concept to certification. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative electronics for defence applications, supporting a team of engineers while enhancing design processes for efficiency. If you're passionate about making an impact in the Aerospace or Defence sectors and have a strong background in embedded systems, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a collaborative environment that values your contributions.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus scheme

Private Healthcare

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive industries.
• Proficiency in Embedded C and safety-critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage software development projects through the full lifecycle.
• Review software design processes for improvements.

Skills

Embedded C

MISRA C

Software Development Lifecycle

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Competitive Salary + benefits like Bonus scheme, Private Healthcare, Life Assurance

Certain Advantage supports a world-leading client who designs and manufactures electronics products for defence applications across Air, Land, and Sea domains.

They are an award-winning supplier to globally renowned defence clients and are seeking a Lead Software Engineer with experience in Aerospace, Military, or Automotive environments, including digital hardware design and interfacing.

The Role

As the Lead Software Engineer, you will manage software development projects through the full lifecycle: concept, requirements, design, coding, verification, validation, and certification.

You will report on design status, technical issues, schedule, and costs to management and project teams.

It will be your responsibility to review software design processes for improvements and implement actions to enhance efficiency and promote continuous improvement.

You will also support other engineers (e.g., Junior Engineers, Apprentices) in creating and maintaining software documentation and source code.

What we're looking for in your application:

• Degree in Software Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with full lifecycle software development in relevant industries such as Aerospace, Defence, or Automotive, with some experience in digital hardware design and interfacing.
• Proficiency in Embedded C and MISRA C for safety-critical applications.
• Knowledge of verification and debugging, including writing test scripts, low-level unit testing, and integration testing.
• Extensive knowledge of 8 and 16-bit microprocessors/microcontrollers, including PIC18 and DSPIC.
• Experience with documentation standards such as DO-178C.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today!

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