Software Manager

About the Company

Our client is a UK-based organisation specialising in the design and manufacture of advanced electronic security solutions, serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets.

With decades of industry experience, the company has established a strong reputation for developing innovative wired, wireless, and hybrid technologies, including control systems, sensors, and connected platforms used by customers globally.

The business places a strong emphasis on research and development, leveraging in-house engineering expertise to deliver reliable, high-performance products. Its solutions are designed to incorporate modern technologies such as connectivity, remote access, and smart system integration, supporting evolving customer needs in a fast-moving market.

Why Apply?

• Lead a key R&D team with real ownership and impact
• Stay hands-on with modern embedded Linux & RTOS tech
• Work on complex, hardware-integrated systems
• Help shape team growth, hiring, and technical direction
• Be part of a business focused on quality and engineering excellence

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Software Manager to lead a high-performing Panel & Software R&D team. This role combines strong people management with technical leadership, ensuring the successful delivery of embedded software projects to high quality and reliability standards.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Delivery

• Lead and manage the Panel & Software R&D team
• Ensure all concept, design, and development activities are delivered on time and to agreed requirements
• Maintain high product quality, ensuring no faulty or buggy products are released

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical direction across embedded software development
• Support the design and development of systems using embedded Linux and RTOS
• Work closely with hardware teams, interpreting schematics and ensuring seamless HW/SW integration

Team & Resource Management

• Support resource planning and workload management alongside senior leadership
• Manage team performance, including:
• Training and development
• KPIs and reviews
• Recruitment and onboarding
• Holiday and day-to-day team management

Essential Experience

• Proven people management experience within an engineering or R&D environment
• Strong background in:
• Embedded Linux development
• RTOS-based systems
• Solid understanding of electronics, including the ability to interpret hardware schematics

Desirable Skills

• Experience with Linux kernel development
• Good knowledge of C++ (C++11 or later)
• Prior experience in the alarm or security industry

Key Attributes

• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• High attention to quality and detail
• Hands-on technical mindset with the ability to guide teams effectively
• Ability to balance technical delivery with people management responsibilities

If you think you meet the majority of these requirements and are interested in finding out more about this position, APPLY NOW