Overview
Expleo are seeking an experienced Software Architect to support a major Automotive OEM based in Warwick (Contract role). This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global engineering services provider and work on cutting‑edge automotive software within a highly innovative environment.
As a Senior Specialist, you will be recognised as a subject matter expert, leading complex software architecture activities and guiding cross-functional teams in delivering robust, scalable, future‑proof software solutions.
Responsibilities
* Software Architecture & Design
* Perform complex software process definition, requirements analysis, and high‑level design/modelling to translate stakeholder needs into viable software solutions.
* Design and specify the overall software structure, core architectural elements, interfaces, and dependencies.
* Ensure all software designs align with system constraints, functional safety considerations, and scalability requirements.
* Standards, Governance & Best Practice
* Develop and maintain architectural guidelines, technical specifications, and coding standards.
* Define tools, frameworks, services, and platforms for current and future software environments.
* Drive consistency and quality across the software development lifecycle.
* Leadership & Collaboration
* Communicate architectural designs effectively to stakeholders, engineering teams, and leadership.
* Manage large-scale architectural projects with limited oversight.
* Review, coach, and delegate work to junior and mid‑level engineers.
* Tackle highly complex software challenges and propose innovative solutions.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Software Architect within complex engineering or automotive environments.
* Strong background in high-level software design, systems modelling, and architectural frameworks.
* Expertise across multiple software categories (applications, platform/utility, embedded, etc.).
* Ability to influence, lead, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
* Excellent communication skills and a strategic mindset.
* Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
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