Software Project Lead

MBDA; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Software Project Lead to guide a dynamic team in delivering high-quality embedded software. This role involves managing the entire software lifecycle, from bidding to delivery, while fostering a collaborative team culture. You will engage with stakeholders to balance requirements and drive project success. The company offers a supportive environment for personal development and a strong commitment to work/life balance. Join this leading defense organization and make a significant impact in supporting national security efforts.

Benefits

Company Bonus

Pension Contribution

Flexible Working

Enhanced Parental Leave

Subsidised Meals

Free Car Parking

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage a team of software developers.
• Experience delivering software on complex systems.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver software on time and within budget.
• Manage all parts of the software lifecycle from bidding to support.
• Engage with stakeholders to balance competing requirements.

Skills

Team Management

Software Development Lifecycle

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Problem Solving

Tools

C++

C#

Windows OS

Linux OS

Automated Testing

Job description

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. You will also have the opportunity to present to both the leadership team and 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 a healthy work/life balance!

What we're looking for from you:

We're seeking someone passionate about building a strong team culture and supporting each member to achieve their best.

• Proven ability to technically manage a team of software developers (typically 5 to 10 engineers)

• Experience and knowledge of delivering software on complex systems through all stages of the software development lifecycle.

• Experience in building and managing relationships with project stakeholders and balancing competing requirements.

• A proven record of managing a software budget and confidently controlling changes to 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 or 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 our role 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, including: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability, and more.

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

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