software architect

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Software Architect to drive radar technology advancements. The role involves extensive collaboration, leading technical governance, and ensuring robust, scalable software architectures. Candidates should have a strong technical background, experience in diverse programming languages, and a relevant degree. Competitive salary and benefits offered, alongside opportunities for remote working and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Employee share plans

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Green car schemes

Private health

Discounts

Potential annual incentive

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with at least one high-level programming language.
• Experience in software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Strong leadership skills in development and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide software subject matter expertise across multiple projects.
• Define and develop architectural artefacts for software and data.
• Ensure compliance and integration with toolchain and processes.

Skills

Programming languages

Software development lifecycle

Leadership

Configuration management

Agile and Waterfall methodologies

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Software Architect

Location: Isle of Wight – Cowes or Portsmouth – BroadOak

Salary: Up to £85,700 depending on skills and experience plus bonus scheme. Part-time & accruing hours available. Please let us know if you would like to discuss these options.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Provide Software Subject Matter Expertise: Working across multiple projects with various programming languages, architectures, and lifecycle models, offering specialist technical advice and guidance to peers and projects.
2. Define and Develop Architectural Artefacts: Creating, assessing, and reviewing software and data processing architectures to meet system requirements and support future re-use, ensuring alignment throughout the engineering lifecycle.
3. Establish and Maintain Design Processes: Enhancing activities and tools used to develop and manage software design artefacts, ensuring robust, resilient, scalable, and secure middleware and application architectures on modern hardware.
4. Ensure Toolchain Compliance and Integration: Collaborating with DevOps to ensure tools are licensed, OSS-compliant, interoperable, and integrated into the build process.
5. Lead Technical Governance: Conduct peer reviews, lead design reviews, verify and sign off software designs, and uphold software processes.
6. Promote Continuous Improvement and Knowledge Sharing: Supporting skills development, staying informed of industry trends, and ensuring awareness of Security and SILs.

Your skills and experiences:

• Extensive experience with at least one high-level programming language and design methodology such as UML.
• Deep understanding of the software development lifecycle, including Agile and Waterfall models.
• Proven leadership in software development and mentoring teams.
• Solid knowledge of relevant standards (e.g., ISO/IEC/IEEE 12207), including safety and SILs.
• Understanding of configuration management practices and tools.

Qualifications:

Strong technical background, Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, with Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it.

Benefits:

Competitive pension, employee share plans, flexible health and lifestyle benefits, including green car schemes, private health, and discounts. Potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Future Radar team:

Join us in shaping radar technology, developing new products, and maintaining UK leadership in defense innovation. As Software Architect, you will be the design authority for complex radar software architectures.

Work Environment:

Based in Cowes with accessible commute options. Flexible working hours and remote options available depending on role and location.

Why BAE Systems?

Make a difference in an inclusive culture that values integrity and merit. We welcome diverse backgrounds and provide support for those with health conditions or disabilities. Many roles require security vetting, with some requiring extensive background checks.

Closing Date: 31st July 2025. Early applications encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.