Job Title: Senior Software Engineer Duration: Permanent
Department: Design and Development
Reports To: Engineering Manager
This role involves leading a small software team and being responsible for the full life cycle development of practical, innovative, and cost-effective software and firmware for lighting systems used in high-reliability applications such as aerospace and defense.
Contribute to the design team's output by progressing design projects and regularly reporting on status, technical issues, schedules, and costs.
Drive software development projects through all lifecycle stages - concept, requirements, design, coding, verification, validation, and certification - ensuring delivery of high-quality and sustainable products that meet specifications.
Work to agreed milestones, ensuring specification requirements are met and timely progression through project phases.
Evaluate and improve software design processes, implementing actions for efficiency and continuous improvement.
Maintain documentation systems in alignment with project management processes and internal standards.
Support team members, including junior engineers and contractors, in creating and maintaining compliant software documentation and C source code.
Apply current best practices and developments in software engineering to maintain industry competitiveness.
Uphold internal software standards and keep current with modern software practices.
Develop team capabilities to maintain and evolve existing and future software products. Degree in Software Engineering or a related discipline.
Substantial experience in full lifecycle software development within a relevant high-reliability sector (e.g., aerospace, defense, automotive). Experience with digital hardware design and interfacing is desirable.
Verification and debugging (test scripts, unit and integration testing)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
automotive)
Experience with static analysis and testing tools (e.g., Able to manage multiple projects and priorities
Open to new responsibilities and learning opportunities
Capable of building credibility with external stakeholders and clients
Primarily office-based with occasional travel as required.