Software Architect

Leonardo; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Job summary

Leonardo UK in Basildon is seeking a C-UAS Software Architect to shape the strategic direction of our Mission Systems C-UAS software. You will refine existing architectures, lead technical decisions in bids, and collaborate with Solution Architects to deliver integrated capabilities.

The role offers hybrid working and opportunities to influence product portfolios in a defence-focused environment. Applicants should have a strong background in complex software systems, with experience in

Qualifications

• Extensive background in developing complex software systems.
• Experience in Sensor/Effector systems including C2/GUI.
• Experience interfacing software systems for integrated capability.
• Ability to collaborate with Solution Architects and craft white papers.
• Experience in the defence industry is essential.
• Desirable: Visual Studio, DOORS, Cameo, Rhapsody, The MathWorks.

Responsibilities

• Refine existing software architectures to meet future challenges.
• Define strategic direction for C-UAS software solutions.
• Provide technical leadership in bids and external studies.
• Support Capability Management for product portfolios.

Skills

Software architecture

C/C++ development

System integration

Defence industry

DOORS

Cameo

Rhapsody

The MathWorks

Visual Studio

Tools

Visual Studio

DOORS

Cameo

Rhapsody

Job description

Your impact

Due to continued growth and development of C-UAS Software Systems, we have a requirement for a C-UAS Software Architect to join our Mission Systems C-UAS team - where a constantly developing product range needs to answer both current needs and track future customer aspirations. Leonardo’s C-UAS Systems are world leading solutions to an increasing worldwide threat and our teams work alongside international government agencies, helping to ensure National Security.

Job Description

Your impact

Due to continued growth and development of C-UAS Software Systems, we have a requirement for a C-UAS Software Architect to join our Mission Systems C-UAS team - where a constantly developing product range needs to answer both current needs and track future customer aspirations. Leonardo’s C-UAS Systems are world leading solutions to an increasing worldwide threat and our teams work alongside international government agencies, helping to ensure National Security.

Reporting to the Head Of Engineering Projects, The C-UAS Software Architect activities will refine existing implementations but more importantly support and define the strategic direction and architectures to fulfil future challenges in the solution space. This shall range from SI Enterprise Architecture design, identification of software solutions & architectures, technical leadership in bids and external studies, scope of and participation in PV through to support to Capability Management for product portfolios.

What You’ll Bring

• You will have an extensive background in the development of complex software systems and have maintained a high awareness of software development technologies.
• Significant experience in the specification and development of Sensor/Effector systems, including C2/GUI aspects. Experience of the consideration of Human Factors would also be hugely beneficial.
• Significant experience and knowledge of interfacing Software systems in order to achieve integrated capability and data sharing.
• The ability to work alongside Solution Architects, providing expertise that helps shape overall System Architectures – and to develop white papers to shape and steer thinking within the stakeholder community.
• Experience of working within the defence industry is essential.
• Experience using tools such as Visual Studio (C#/C++), DOORS, Cameo, Rhapsody and The Mathworks is desirable.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.

The role can be a hybrid in the office (3 days a week) with working from home as an option when on site work is not required.

Security Clearance

This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting

Why join us

At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
• Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
• Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
• Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
• Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
• Tailored Perks: Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
• Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.

For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.

Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.

Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety.

At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Primary Location

GB - Basildon

Contract Type

Permanent

Hybrid Working

Hybrid