Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer

Location: Surrey

Salary: c.£75,000

Overview

An excellent opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer to join a leading technology business developing high-performance electronic and communication systems for use in regulated, safety-critical environments.

We’re seeking an experienced embedded software engineer who has worked on human-interfaced equipment —ideally within telecommunications, avionics, defence, or other regulated sectors —and is confident taking projects through the full software lifecycle from requirements analysis to release .

Purpose of the Role

To design, develop, test, and deliver high-quality embedded software to agreed schedules and standards, supporting new and existing product developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, debug, test, and maintain embedded software in C.
• Develop and implement application logic, device drivers, communication protocols, and human-machine interfaces.
• Work closely with hardware and software engineers to deliver product features and ensure seamless integration.
• Take responsibility for requirement analysis, software design, documentation, and traceability in line with company and regulatory standards.
• Participate in peer reviews, continuous improvement, and process development.
• Deliver reliable software solutions within agreed cost and time parameters.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience developing embedded software in C .
• Strong understanding of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded processors.
• Experience working on human-interfaced or telecommunications-type systems (e.g. displays, control panels, or signal communication devices).
• Background in a regulated or safety-critical environment (defence, aerospace, rail, or similar).
• Strong grounding in requirements analysis, documentation, and verification processes .
• Experience of full software development lifecycle and source control (Git/Subversion).
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Desirable

• C++ and Object-Oriented Programming experience.
• GUI or event-driven design familiarity.
• Experience using issue-tracking and project tools (e.g. Jira).
• Knowledge of DO-178 or similar regulatory frameworks.

Apply:

Please send your CV to darryl.fordham@rgs-global.com