Lead Software Engineer

Our client is a leading UK engineering business, developing cutting-edge technologies across defence, space, healthcare, and communications. Their engineers solve complex technical challenges, shaping the future of radar & sensing, from concept through to deployment.

The Role
We’re seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary software team. You’ll lead a small sub-team while contributing directly to embedded software design and development across a diverse range of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supporting their development and delivery.

• Act as technical lead within cross-functional project teams.

• Design and develop embedded software for radar, IoT, and communication systems.

• Contribute to process improvement and technology strategy.

About You
You’ll be an experienced embedded software engineer who enjoys balancing technical depth with people leadership. You’re likely to have:

• Experience in C/C++ for embedded systems (bare metal, RTOS, or Linux).

• Broad understanding of drivers, DSP, algorithms, and communication protocols.

• Previous team leadership or line management experience.

• Excellent communication and delivery focus.

Why Join

• Work on cutting-edge radar, communications, and sensing systems.

• Collaborative, technically diverse environment.

• Opportunities for career progression and technical leadership.

There's an excellent benefits package on offer, and we're interviewing candidates ASAP. For more information on the role, and immediate consideration, apply now.