At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Panel & Software R&D team, ensuring timely delivery of embedded software projects.
- Company: A UK-based organisation specialising in advanced electronic security solutions for various markets.
- Benefits: Opportunity to lead a key R&D team with real ownership and impact on product quality.
- Other info: Experience in the alarm or security industry is desirable.
- Why this job: Be part of a business focused on quality and engineering excellence in a fast-moving market.
- Qualifications: Proven people management experience in an engineering or R&D environment is essential.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
About the Company
Our client is a UK-based organisation specialising in the design and manufacture of advanced electronic security solutions, serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. With decades of industry experience, the company has established a strong reputation for developing innovative wired, wireless, and hybrid technologies, including control systems, sensors, and connected platforms used by customers globally. The business places a strong emphasis on research and development, leveraging in-house engineering expertise to deliver reliable, high-performance products. Its solutions are designed to incorporate modern technologies such as connectivity, remote access, and smart system integration, supporting evolving customer needs in a fast-moving market.
Why Apply?
- Lead a key R&D team with real ownership and impact
- Stay hands-on with modern embedded Linux & RTOS tech
- Work on complex, hardware-integrated systems
- Help shape team growth, hiring, and technical direction
- Be part of a business focused on quality and engineering excellence
Overview
We are looking for an experienced Software Manager to lead a high-performing Panel & Software R&D team. This role combines strong people management with technical leadership, ensuring the successful delivery of embedded software projects to high quality and reliability standards.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Delivery- Lead and manage the Panel & Software R&D team
- Ensure all concept, design, and development activities are delivered on time and to agreed requirements
- Maintain high product quality, ensuring no faulty or buggy products are released
- Provide technical direction across embedded software development
- Support the design and development of systems using embedded Linux and RTOS
- Work closely with hardware teams, interpreting schematics and ensuring seamless HW/SW integration
- Support resource planning and workload management alongside senior leadership
- Manage team performance, including:
- Training and development
- KPIs and reviews
- Recruitment and onboarding
- Holiday and day-to-day team management
Essential Experience
- Proven people management experience within an engineering or R&D environment
- Strong background in:
- Embedded Linux development
- RTOS-based systems
- Solid understanding of electronics, including the ability to interpret hardware schematics
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Linux kernel development
- Good knowledge of C++ (C++11 or later)
- Prior experience in the alarm or security industry
Key Attributes
- Strong leadership and organisational skills
- High attention to quality and detail
- Hands-on technical mindset with the ability to guide teams effectively
- Ability to balance technical delivery with people management responsibilities
If you think you meet the majority of these requirements and are interested in finding out more about this position, APPLY NOW
Software Engineering Manager in Sheffield employer: Yoh Solutions
Join a reputable UK-based company known for innovative electronic security solutions. Enjoy a hands-on role with modern embedded Linux and RTOS technologies. The team prioritises research and development, ensuring high-quality products for global customers.
