Software Architect

Expleo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company in Manchester seeks a Software Architect to lead Defence projects within Electrical and Embedded Systems. The role requires strong software architecture skills, with experience in C++, Java, and Python. Successful applicants will tackle complex challenges, collaborate with clients, and guide teams to deliver advanced Mine Counter Measures solutions. Competitive benefits offered, including a commitment to inclusivity and personal development.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Access to ExpleoAcademy for skill development

Competitive company benefits

Commitment to inclusivity for disabled individuals

Qualifications

• Member of a professional body.
• Self-driven problem solver.
• Demonstrable experience with software architecture of large systems.

Responsibilities

• Define/update the technical solution and contribute to system requirements.
• Guide and advise the development team.
• Participate in some software development activities.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Networking (routing, firewalls, switch config)

Linux (ideally Red Hat)

SW development and Architecting of real time systems

Education

Engineering Degree or equivalent

Tools

Enterprise Architect

Make

CMake

Maven

Gradle

Jenkins

git

artifactory

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Software Architects to drive forward the Defence sector within Electrical and Embedded Systems. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the client projects that you are involved in. Further details on the roles can be found below:

Software Architect - Due to business growth and increased demand, an additional Software Architect is required to support the business in delivering the current and next generation of Mine Counter Measures capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Due to business growth and increased demand, an additional Software Architect is required to support the business in delivering the current and next generation of Mine Counter Measures capabilities.
• The successful applicant will be involved in a wide range of activities from defining/updating the technical solution, contributing to system requirements, meeting with customers and key stakeholders, guiding and advising the development team, and supporting the entire project team from start to end.
• In this particular instance (due to the small scale of the team), the SW Architect will be expected to participate in some of the SW development activities.
• Training and mentoring will be provided, however this is a senior role and the individual is expected to be self-driven and able to drive others rather than be told what to do.
• This role will involve bids, architecture and design, development, and support.
• Occasional travel to sister company and client sites is expected, as projects demand.

Qualifications

• Member of a professional body
• Engineering Degree or equivalent

Essential skills

• Self-driven problem solver (Taking ownership as needed and calling on other expertise and network contacts so you can act as an unblocker for others and providing steerage)
• Demonstrable experience with software architecture of large systems or development of large complex systems
• Confident and commercially aware when presenting to senior management and senior customers
• Able to adjust the level of technical detail being conversed to suite the audience; you'll be expected to work closely with developers, engineering delivery managers, other architects, product line architects, & customers
• Confidence and ability using modelling tools such as Enterprise Architect - training in the actual tool used will be provided if necessary
• Ability to show strategic awareness and make balanced, thought through, defendable decisions.
• Confidence to challenge others and open to be challenged
• Must be able to consider the whole system and understand the impact of software outside of the software system i.e. System level requirements and behaviour and Hardware requirements and behaviour
• Able to describe and hold detailed conversations at every level from development, component interaction and architecture, hardware interaction, system interaction, and business strategy.
• Able to balance the short term goals of the project with the longer term goals of the product roadmap
• C++, Java, Python (Detailed knowledge of C++, with an appreciation of Java and Python)
• Networking (routing, firewalls, switch config)
• Linux (ideally Red Hat)
• Hardware (Basic knowledge of the components, connectors and hardware architecture of a solution)
• SW development and Architecting of real time systems

Desired skills

• Containerisation (podman / kubernetes)
• Security (SELinux, STIG / CIS lockdown, cryptographic principles, TPM)
• Software build process (Make, CMake, Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, git, artifactory)
• Embedded SW Development
• Rhapsody or Enterprise Architect
• Experience in the Defence, Telecommunications or other Engineering industry
• Experience of Radio Communication systems

What do I need before I apply

• Some travel to client sites may be required. Therefore, flexibility to travel and work at other locations is desirable.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive