Software Systems Manager

Blatchford; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer of advanced technologies is seeking a Software Systems Manager to lead a team in delivering safety-critical software systems for medical devices. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, strong leadership experience in regulated environments, and proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including flexible holiday and health plans.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

25 days holiday

Pension

Discounted shopping and leisure activities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and standards.
• Proven experience in systems engineering leadership.
• Experience in complex regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a multidisciplinary team for software systems.
• Oversee the development of system architectures and design documentation.
• Drive a culture of technical excellence and teamwork.

Skills

Systems Engineering understanding

Leadership in regulated environments

MATLAB/Simulink proficiency

Digital Twin technologies expertise

Curiosity and growth mindset

Education

Degree in Systems Engineering or Software Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Posted Thursday 24 July 2025 at 01:00 | Expires Friday 29 August 2025 at 00:59

Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users.

Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

We have a brand new and exciting opportunity for a Software Systems Manager to lead a team of Systems Engineers to deliver safety critical software systems on medical device

The role

AsSoftware Systems Manager, you will manage a multidisciplinary team covering Requirements Engineering, System Validation, Risk Management, Simulation, and System Design.

• Overseeing the development of system architectures, models, simulations, specifications, and design documentation. Ensuring traceability and compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Leading and managing software sy s tems development activities within multiple projects.
• Driving a culture that values technical excellence, teamwork, and delivery.
• Line management responsibility for a team of engineers
• Owning the planning and execution of systems engineering activities across projects.
• Forecasting and managing team capacity , ensuring optimal resource allocation.
• Collaborating with Project Managers and Technical Leads to aligning priorities and timelines.
• Managing the end-to-end lifecycle of system and software requirements.
• Defining and implementing robust validation strategies.
• Leading the creation and maintenance of digital twin models to support system design.
• Leading risk identification, analysis, and mitigation planning in accordance with relevant standards .
• Acting as a key interface between engineering, product management, quality, and regulatory teams.

What are we looking for?

As Software Systems Manager, you will have the following

• System Engineering or Software Engineering or equivalent related degree
• Strong understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and standards (e.g., ISO 13485, IEC 62304, ISO 14971).
• Strong understanding of the use and deployment of MBSE
• Proven experience in systems engineering leadership within complex, regulated environments (e.g. medical devices, aerospace, automotive).
• Proficiency inMATLAB/Simulinkfor system modelling, simulation, and analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in the development and use ofDigital Twintechnologies to support system design, virtual testing, and prototyping.
• Curious, eager to learn with a growth mindset.

What can we offer you?

As Software Systems Manager you will receive the following

• Highly competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Opportunity to purchase additional holiday.
• On demand pay
• Pension
• Discounted shopping and leisure activities
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria for this exciting Software Systems Manager opportunity, then please apply now!