Software Project Lead

Matchtech; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the defence and security sector is looking for a Software Project Lead to manage software development teams and oversee the software lifecycle. This role offers flexible working arrangements and generous benefits, including a company bonus and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Company bonus of up to 21% of base salary

Pension with up to 14% contribution

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave up to 26 weeks

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Qualifications

• Experience with C++ and C#.
• Proven ability to manage a software development team.
• Knowledge of Windows/Linux OS lockdown is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership to software development teams.
• Managing all parts of the software lifecycle.
• Engaging with collaborators to propose product lines.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team management

Software lifecycle management

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing leadership to software development teams, typically consisting of 5 to 10 engineers
• Managing all parts of the software lifecycle including bidding, planning, budgeting, progress reporting, stakeholder management, integration, delivery, and support
• Engaging with collaborators across the business to utilise and propose product lines, as well as delivering customer capabilities
• Presenting to both the leadership team and international stakeholders
• Building and managing relationships with project stakeholders while balancing competing requirements
• Controlling change to the requirements and costs against an agreed estimate/budget
• Ensuring personal development and maintaining a healthy work-life balance for team members

Job Requirements:

• Proven ability to technically manage a team of software developers
• Experience and knowledge of delivering software on complex systems through all stages of the software development lifecycle
• Experience with C++ and C#
• Strong problem-solving skills and an open, realistic approach to change and improvement
• Passion for building a strong team culture and supporting each team member
• Confidence in managing a software budget
• Knowledge of Windows/Linux OS lockdown, HMI development/design, and automated testing is considered a bonus

Benefits:

• Company bonus of up to 21% of base salary
• Pension with a maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave comprising up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals and free car parking

If you are a driven and passionate Software Project Lead looking for a new challenge in the defence and security sector, our client would love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team committed to defending freedom and developing cutting-edge technology.