Principal Real-Time Embedded Software Lead (Hybrid)

Leonardo; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time to recharge: flexi-days up to 12/

Pension scheme up to 15%

Job summary

Leonardo UK is seeking Principal and Lead Software Engineers to join multidisciplinary teams delivering advanced defence solutions. You will design and deliver high-integrity embedded software in safety-critical domains, working closely with hardware and software specialists.

The role offers hybrid working with flexible hours, career development, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, learning resources, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Several years of embedded software engineering experience in aerospace, defence, or safety-critical domains.
• High-Integrity Coding using C++ or Ada, with emphasis on robust, testable software.
• Leadership and collaboration within multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-integrity embedded software solutions for defence projects.
• Drive automation across build, test, and deployment processes.
• Hands-on integration with target hardware in lab environments.
• Champion best practices, modular design, and toolchain optimisation.

Skills

Embedded software

C++ / Ada

Leadership

DevOps

Hardware integration

RTOS (Desirable)

Job description

Leonardo UK is seeking Principal and Lead Software Engineers to join multidisciplinary teams delivering advanced defence solutions. You will design and deliver high-integrity embedded software in safety-critical domains, working closely with hardware and software specialists.

The role offers hybrid working with flexible hours, career development, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, learning resources, and wellbeing support.