Job Description: Your impactWe are on the lookout for talented Lead Software Engineers, if you have strong technical experience in real-time embedded systems and are eager to expand your skillset, leadership and decision-making capabilities, this role will provide the foundation for your growth.
We are happy to explore engineers from any embedded software background and provide Ada specific training so you can make an impact the moment you join.
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will: Deliver and integrate high-quality real-time embedded software, ensuring reliability in critical applications.
Provide technical guidance and leadership, supporting teams in best practices, system integrity, and software development methodologies.
Work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, contributing to multidisciplinary solutions.
Develop your expertise in an environment that prioritises learning, mentorship, and career progression.
What you'll bringProven experience in embedded software development, with a solid foundation in real-time systems. A strong understanding of integration and requirements engineering, ensuring high-quality software solutions.
Experience with Object Orientation, Linux/VXWorks (Desirable)—but adaptability, systems thinking, and leadership potential are key.
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we're here to help you thrive.
Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
Spend up to 500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website.
Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. Full time
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