Senior Software Architect — Real-Time, Secure Systems (Hybrid)

MBDA; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Software Architect to take the next step in their career. This role involves authoring the software architecture and ensuring alignment with software delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have strong software design skills, be comfortable making architectural decisions, and possess knowledge of modern software architecture techniques. With a salary of up to £80,000 and a dynamic hybrid working arrangement, this role offers an excellent opportunity in a company that values collaboration and innovation.

Benefits

Bonus of up to 21%

Up to 14% pension contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free parking

Qualifications

• Strong technical practitioner with skills in making architectural decisions.
• Knowledge of software architecture techniques and design patterns.
• Experience in model-based engineering is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Author the full software architecture for product development.
• Document design drivers like performance, safety, and security.
• Collaborate with Architects and Technical Specialists.

Skills

Architectural design decisions

Modern software architecture techniques

Model-based engineering

Technical mentorship

Clear communication

Continuous integration advocacy

Understanding of software abstraction

Programming in multiple languages

Job description

A leading defence organisation is seeking a Software Architect to take the next step in their career. This role involves authoring the software architecture and ensuring alignment with software delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have strong software design skills, be comfortable making architectural decisions, and possess knowledge of modern software architecture techniques. With a salary of up to £80,000 and a dynamic hybrid working arrangement, this role offers an excellent opportunity in a company that values collaboration and innovation.