Software development team leader

Department: Research and Development
Reporting to: Director of R&D

Main Activities and Tasks

• Lead, manage and develop the Software Team, ensuring high levels of performance, motivation and engagement.
• Drive the ideation, specification and research of innovative software and digital products.
• Oversee the development of scalable firmware and software using structured, process-driven methodologies.
• Plan workloads and communicate progress to key stakeholders including Project Leads and Programme Managers.
• Maintain best practices, ensuring adherence to documentation standards and quality management systems.
• Manage software development projects, including liaison with OEM partners.
• Lead Agile sprint processes and contribute to project planning, scoping and problem‑solving.
• Ensure delivery of software and firmware from concept through to production, including testing and validation.
• Participate in cross‑functional New Product Introduction teams.
  • Contribute hands‑on to software development where required.
• Support wider business activities with a flexible and collaborative approach.

Requirements

• Degree‑level qualification (or equivalent) in a software‑related discipline.
• Several years’ experience in a commercial software development environment.
• Strong understanding of software engineering and testing principles.
• Experience with Agile Scrum and sprint planning methodologies.
• Experience leading projects from conception through to delivery.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with JUCE framework or similar technologies.
• Embedded firmware development experience.
• Knowledge of DSP principles.
• Experience with Git, Confluence and Jira.
• Understanding of full product lifecycle and mass manufacturing processes.
• Background or interest in music (e.g. playing guitar).
• Knowledge of the musical instrument industry.

The Offer

• Full‑time position (Monday to Friday, 8:00-17:00).
• Based in Northampton, UK.
• Flexible approach to working hours and environment depending on business needs.
• Opportunity to work on innovative, industry‑leading products.
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.