At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and delivery of secure embedded software for cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions.
- Company: Fast-growing cybersecurity company in Belfast, focused on protecting digital infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £75,000, share options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Mentor a small team and engage directly with clients and partners.
- Why this job: Be the technical authority and make a real impact in a dynamic, innovative environment.
- Qualifications: Extensive C/C++ experience, proven team leadership, and knowledge of security compliance frameworks.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
ViVA Tech Talent are proud to be exclusively partnering with a fast-growing cybersecurity company in Belfast, who are looking for a Lead C/C++ Engineer. They are at the cutting edge of what they do and this opportunity is not to be missed!
Our client protects connected devices and critical digital infrastructure. You'll own the embedded software architecture — the real design authority, not just a title — building secure communications software that has to work flawlessly on constrained, low-power hardware where there's no room for sloppy engineering.
This isn't a role where you disappear into the codebase and never resurface. You'll split your time roughly 50/50: hands-on architecture and delivery, and being the technical face in front of clients and partners. Alongside that, you'll lead a small team — not just allocating tickets, but genuinely mentoring, motivating, and building a culture people want to stick around for.
What you'll be doing:
- Architecting and delivering embedded software — libraries, drivers, secure comms networking — that meets serious security and compliance standards
- Taking prototypes rapidly toward market
- Owning schedules and technical decisions across multiple concurrent projects
- Representing the engineering team in client and partner conversations
What we're looking for:
- Extensive hands-on C/C++ embedded development, with real experience architecting production-grade systems
- Proven team leadership — you've actually managed and grown engineers, not just reviewed their PRs
- Bonus points for secure comms/networking experience, applied cryptography knowledge, or familiarity with safety/security compliance frameworks (MISRA, ISO 62443, DO-178C and similar)
What you'll get:
up to £75,000 base Share Options
Lead Software Engineer employer: ViVA Tech Talent
Join a dynamic and innovative technology company that prioritises collaboration and creativity in the development of cutting-edge cloud and AI solutions. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to continuous learning opportunities and a supportive work culture that values your contributions. Located in a vibrant tech hub, this role offers the chance to work on impactful projects while enjoying a flexible work environment that promotes work-life balance.
