At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative software architecture projects in the automotive sector.
- Company: Join Expleo, a global leader in engineering and technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible working, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse team culture with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on cutting-edge automotive software solutions.
- Qualifications: Experience in software architecture and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- As a Software Architect, you will be responsible for architecting software across multiple categories, including end-user applications, platform/utility software, and embedded automotive systems.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Skills Required:
- 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).
Software Architect employer: Expleo Group
Expleo Group is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative work culture, encouraging innovation and creativity among its employees. Located in Preston, the company offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment for growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the automotive engineering sector.
