A leading cyber technology organisation is seeking a Chief Software Engineer to provide technical leadership across multiple programmes developing secure communications, cryptographic and cyber security solutions.
This is a senior technical leadership role, responsible for shaping software architecture, driving engineering best practice, and influencing software strategy across a complex portfolio of projects. Working closely with software leads, systems engineers and project teams, you will play a key role in delivering secure, high-assurance solutions for mission‑critical environments.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership across multiple software development programmes
Define and promote software engineering best practices, standards and processes
Lead software architecture, design reviews and technical decision-making
Drive software quality, reusability, security and maintainability
Mentor and support software engineers and technical leads
Champion modern development approaches including DevSecOps, CI/CD and automated testing
Support bids, proposals and technical planning activities
Skills & Experience
Strong background in C++, C or Rust development
Experience with embedded systems, RTOS, Windows or Linux environments
Proven software architecture and systems design experience
Knowledge of secure or high‑assurance software development
Experience within defence, cyber security, aerospace or another highly regulated industry
Ability to influence and lead technical teams across multiple projects
Why Apply?
Opportunity to shape the technical direction of critical cyber and cryptographic products
Work on complex, high-impact programmes within a growing technology business
Influence engineering standards, architecture and innovation across the organisation
Collaborate with highly skilled multidisciplinary engineering teams
Competitive salary & bonus
Flexible working options
Private medical - Couple
Please note that candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain DV clearance. Eligibility requires British citizenship & a minimum of 10 years spent living in the UK.
For a confidential discussion and further details, please get in touch.
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