Software Architect

Logistex; Kettering; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Software Architect to lead the design and technical direction of software projects. The ideal candidate will have strong C++ development experience and proven leadership skills. Responsibilities include guiding the team, ensuring design integrity, and contributing to coding efforts. This role offers competitive benefits including a competitive salary and private medical insurance options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee-Owned Trust membership

Cycle to work scheme

Additional annual leave purchase

Private medical insurance options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior software design or architecture role.
• Strong C++ development experience is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead, line manage, and support a team of software colleagues.
• Own the overall design and architecture of software projects.
• Plan, assign, and oversee development tasks within the team.

Skills

C++ development

Team leadership

Technical design

C programming

Java programming

Tools

SQL

Job description

Are you ready to lead a team of talented Software Engineers? Do you have the technical vision to shape end-to-end system designs? Are you an experienced C++ developer looking to take ownership of high-impact projects?

As a Software Architect at Logistex, you will take overall technical responsibility for the system design, task planning, functional testing, and integration support across key projects. You'll be the central technical lead, guiding your team from concept through to final deployment while ensuring all solutions align with client expectations and project plans.

What are the benefits?

• Competitive salary
• Become a member of an Employee-Owned Trust
• Cycle to work scheme
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical insurance options

What are your key responsibilities?

• Lead, line manage, and support a team of software colleagues
• Own the overall design and architecture of software projects
• Translate Functional Definition Specifications into detailed technical designs
• Ensure design integrity and maintain high development standards
• Plan, assign, and oversee development tasks within the team
• Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed
• Identify design and development risks and report variance to the Project Manager
• Contribute to coding efforts using high-level languages such as C++, C, and Java

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience in a senior software design or architecture role
• Strong C++ development experience is essential
• Familiarity with C and Java programming languages
• SQL knowledge would be an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and mentor junior engineers

Ready to be part of the future of intelligent logistics solutions? Apply now and lead with impact