Software Project Lead

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Software Project Lead to guide teams in delivering high-quality embedded software solutions. This role offers the chance to work on complex systems, engage with stakeholders, and lead a dynamic team towards achieving project goals. With a focus on personal development and work-life balance, this opportunity is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in the defense sector. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork, and help shape the future of technology in defense.

Benefits

Company Bonus up to 21%

Pension Contributions up to 14%

Flexible Working Arrangements

Enhanced Parental Leave

Subsidised Meals

Free Car Parking

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team of software developers (5 to 10 engineers).
• Proven record of delivering software on complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver embedded software on time and within budget.
• Engage with stakeholders to develop new product lines and capabilities.

Skills

Team Leadership

Software Development Lifecycle

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

C++

C#

Automated Testing Tools

Job description

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This is a fantastic leadership (Software Project Lead) opportunity, which involves leading a team to deliver embedded software on time, on cost and on quality!

Salary: up to circa £72,000 depending on experience

Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site, due to workload classification

Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship.

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you:

• Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
  
  
  

The opportunity:

The HMI and Cyber team is looking for a driven and passionate Software Project Lead to provide direction and drive to several project teams. You will engage with collaborators across the business to find opportunities to utilise current product lines, propose and develop new product lines as well as delivering customer capabilities. As part of this, you will have the opportunity to present both to the leadership team as well as internationally.

As a Software Project Lead you will provide leadership to the teams and be responsible for all parts of the software lifecycle (bidding, planning, budgeting, progress reporting, stakeholder management, integration, delivery and support).

We are committed to developing careers and skillsets by supporting our teams' personal development whilst ensuring that a healthy work/life balance is maintained!

What we're looking for from you:

We're looking for someone who is passionate about building strong team culture and supporting each team member to achieve their best.

• Proven ability to technical manage a team of software developers (typically 5 to 10 engineers)
• Be able to demonstrate experience and knowledge of delivering software on complex systems through all stages of the software development lifecycle.
• Show experience of building and managing relationships with project stakeholders as well as balancing competing requirements.
• A proven record of managing a software budget and have the confidence to control change to the requirements and costs, against an agreed estimate/budget
• A love of problem solving and an open minded, yet realistic, approach to change and improvement.
  
  
  

Knowledge / interest in the following topics are considered a bonus, but are not required.

• C++ / C#
• Windows / Linux OS lockdown
• HMI development / design
• Automated Testing
  
  
  

Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more…

We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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