Lead Software Engineer

Job Title: Lead Software Engineer Location: Various locations across the UK and Scotland – 1 day per week on site on average subject to business needs. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £68,500 depending on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger.

As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

What you'll be doing

You will serve as a key member of the Software Team, providing technical expertise and guidance in the development, testing and maintenance of software packages/applications. Working within a DevSecOps environment, the role guides engineering teams to deliver secure, reliable and high-quality software that meets the performance and assurance requirements of advanced Royal Navy systems. Core

duties

Lead and support the day-to-day technical activities of the software development team, providing technical guidance and driving successful delivery outcomes. Undertake and oversee the design, development, testing and documentation of software solutions using Agile and DevSecOps best practices.

Lead technical reviews, discussions and collaboration across engineering teams, ensuring high standards of quality, performance and maintainability. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders while promoting continuous improvement, knowledge sharing and technical excellence across the team. Essential

skills

Strong software development skills (experience in Rust preferred), particularly Agile/DevSecOps methodologies Ability to provide technical leadership and set the technical direction within a DevSecOps approach to software development.

Academic qualification in a STEM related subject, and ability/willingness to become recognised as a Chartered Engineer through an appropriate recognised professional institution The Team: Join a collaborative, team-focused environment that e...

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