Principal Safety-Critical Software Architect (Hybrid, London)

Spectrum IT; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum IT in London offers an opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer to lead real-time embedded development for complex autonomous systems. You will shape architecture, mentor engineers, and drive Scrum delivery alongside the CTO, in a hybrid working environment.

The role requires Senior/Lead/Principal experience with Embedded C, C++ and Python, strong leadership, and hands-on expertise in real-time systems, hardware/software integration, and agile practices.

Qualifications

• Senior, Lead or Principal-level experience.
• Embedded C, C++ and Python skills.
• Experience with embedded software and real-time systems.
• Familiarity with DO-178C, ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading real-time software development and architectural decisions.
• Translating technical priorities into clear engineering plans.
• Facilitating sprint planning, stand-ups and retrospectives.
• Mentoring engineers, reviewing code and maintaining software quality.

Skills

Embedded C

C++

Python

Real-time systems

Technical leadership

Agile/Scrum

Software architecture

Job description

Spectrum IT in London offers an opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer to lead real-time embedded development for complex autonomous systems. You will shape architecture, mentor engineers, and drive Scrum delivery alongside the CTO, in a hybrid working environment.

The role requires Senior/Lead/Principal experience with Embedded C, C++ and Python, strong leadership, and hands-on expertise in real-time systems, hardware/software integration, and agile practices.