Sr. Advisory Engineer, Open Source Compliance

Lenovo; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Farnborough seeks an experienced Open Source Compliance Adviser to join its team. The role involves managing open-source compliance, collaborating with software development and business teams, and implementing best practices. Candidates should have 8-10 years of relevant experience, knowledge of open-source licenses, and skills in programming and server operating systems. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a positive work-life balance and various discounts.

Benefits

Holiday purchase

Private medical

Income protection

Attractive pension scheme

Positive work-life balance

Learning and development

Life insurance

Product discounts

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle to work

Mortgage advice and support

Referral bonus

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant experience managing open-source compliance.
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and open-source tools.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of licensing obligations for open-source software.
• Implement standards and controls for compliance across products.
• Guide teams on compliance with open-source obligations.

Skills

Open-source compliance management

Understanding of open-source licenses

Knowledge of code scanning tools

Server Operating Systems knowledge

Technical competence in programming languages

Automated build tools experience

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

FOSSA

Fossology

BlackDuck

Jenkins

Git

Docker

Maven

Job description

Lenovo’s intellectual property legal team supports a wide range of initiatives and programs designed to ensure our products are properly vetted with respect to privacy, security, and open-source compliance, among other things.

We are currently looking to add an experienced Open Source Compliance Adviser to the team.

This is a great opportunity for an adaptable and collaborative team player to join a fast-paced technology company to continue developing and implementing an industry leading open-source compliance program through education, organization, and automation.

You will be a part of Lenovo’s Worldwide Open-Source Compliance team and will collaborate across the legal and product development organizations to continue to improve and incorporate open-source compliance processes integrating best practices into the software product development process. Processes and procedures to be implemented will include software scans, inbound and outbound reviews, and documentation creation, along with guidance and education for the developers. This role requires someone who understands software structures and open-source licenses and who builds strong relationships with development stakeholders to enable the success of the business.

Responsibilities

Partner with Software Development and Business teams, focused on Lenovo’s fast-growing services business, to help the Open-Source Compliance team implement best practices for open source and third-party software compliance.

• Support execution of company policies and licensing obligations for open-source software across multiple products and platforms
• Help implement and manage standards, processes, and controls for open source and third-party compliance
• Participate in the analysis of systems and products across multiple development teams and organizations; and guide software product teams in compliance with open-source and other third-party software obligations in support of the company’s global policies.
• Serve as the first point of contact on open-source and product release review matters for the product and legal team in China, exercising judgement in further engagement and escalations for resolution.
• Track Open-Source license compliance issues before the product is shipped
• Help to develop and / or deliver training and / or communications on open-source, product release diligence topics and tools.
• Identify and raise concerns / risks to product management

Requirements

• 8‑10 years of directly relevant experience in managing open-source and other 3rd party materials in enterprise software.
• Understanding of open-source licenses and their compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of open-source and code scanning tools in connection with compliance efforts, including FOSSA, Fossology, BlackDuck and others.
• Working knowledge of server Operating Systems (RedHat, SuSE, Windows, VMWare, Docker)
• Technical competence with programming languages such as C, Python, JavaScript, or Java
• Experience with automated build tools, version control systems, and artifact repositories such as Jenkins, Git, Docker, Maven
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across organizations, including successfully initiating, managing, and completing simultaneous projects and new initiatives with cross-functional teams under deadline pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, business judgment, strategic thinking, work ethic, flexibility, ability to work independently and a passion for cutting-edge technology.
• Superior language, written and verbal communication skills.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Programming, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, or a related field is required; candidates with a BS / BA in Information Systems or Industrial Engineering and relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.

What We Can Offer You

• Holiday purchase
• Private medical
• Income protection
• Attractive pension scheme
• Positive work life balance
• Learning and development
• Life insurance
• Lenovo and Motorola products discounts
• Lifestyle discounts
• Cycle to work
• MyGymDiscounts
• Mortgage advice and support
• Referral bonus
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Free onsite parking

Ready to make an impact?

If you're passionate about open-source compliance and thrive in a dynamic, global tech environment, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of Lenovo’s software development practices. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.