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Location: Hawthorn, Corsham – Majority of the role can be remote.
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF
At Babcock, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Software Architect at our Hawthorn, Corsham site and play your part in this mission.
The role
As a Software Architect, you’ll oversee the entire software development lifecycle, responsible for design, planning, execution, and assurance of the SkyNet 6 New Management System (NMS), aligning with the project delivery lifecycle.
This system provides a management platform to operate satellites for Britain’s global communication for Government services.
You will work closely with the Lead Systems Test Engineer, Lead Test Engineer, Quality Assurance Team, and Project Manager to deliver software systems within tight deadlines across multiple project phases.
The Software Architect will manage a team of Software Engineers to ensure timely delivery of work packages. Responsibilities include:
* Mobilising and maintaining software development teams to meet bid requirements.
* Collaborating with Lead Systems and Software Engineers to develop solutions.
* Working with the Lead Test Engineer to verify system specifications.
* Ensuring solutions meet or exceed customer criteria with the Quality Team.
* Acting as Product Owner for software in in-service environments.
This is a full-time role, 37 hours per week, based on site at Hawthorn, Corsham, with the majority of work being remote.
Essential experience
* Hands-on experience with C and C++.
* Experience leading a large Software Team.
Qualifications
We value diverse backgrounds and education; relevant experience and willingness to learn are key. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Security Clearance
The successful candidate must be able to obtain and maintain SC security clearance. Many roles are subject to national security and trade restrictions, which may affect eligibility based on nationality, citizenship, or residency.
What We Offer
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
* Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations via Aviva DigiCare+.
* Employee share scheme.
* Shopping savings portal.
* Payment of Professional Fees.
* Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days of paid leave.
* Holiday Trading allows buying or selling leave annually, open February-March.
* ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering leave.
* Development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including an employee assistance programme supporting wellbeing.
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