Embedded Software Team Lead


Based in Stevenage


Salary up to £70,000 + 21% bonus + strong pension


This role sits at the centre of embedded software delivery, leading a team developing real-time software that powers advanced systems.


You will combine technical leadership with project delivery, guiding engineers, shaping software architecture and ensuring complex embedded systems are delivered on time and to the highest standards.


This is not a hands-off management role. You’ll still be close to the technology.


What you’ll be doing
*Leading a team delivering embedded software for complex defence systems
*Providing technical oversight across the software lifecycle
*Planning delivery, managing cost, schedule and quality
*Working closely with systems, hardware and integration teams
*Supporting design decisions and solving difficult technical problems


What we’re looking for
*Experience leading or mentoring embedded software engineers
*Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle
*Background in C, C++ or Ada development
*Knowledge of configuration management and software integration
*Ability to estimate work, manage delivery and communicate clearly with stakeholders


This role suits someone who is either:
*Already a software team lead, or
*A senior embedded software engineer ready to step into leadership


The environment
You will be working on advanced defence technology programmes, developing software that goes into real operational systems.


The work is technically challenging, highly collaborative and genuinely impactful.


Package
*Salary circa £70,000
*Bonus up to 21%
*Pension up to 14% combined
*Hybrid working (4-5 days on site)
*Excellent site facilities


Due to security clearance requirements, you will need to hold British citizenship or be a Dual UK national with British citizenship.


If you enjoy leading engineers and delivering complex embedded software, this is worth exploring.