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Software Engineering Lead

Yoh Solutions Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ

Salary

£90,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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Software Engineering Leader West Midlands (Hybrid)
Circa £90,000 basic + excellent benefits

Were working with a leading engineering consultancy to find a Software Engineering Leader to guide the delivery of complex, high-integrity software systems for critical national infrastructure. The role is based around a long-term programme of work and offers a rare blend of hands-on technical oversight, stakeholder influence, and people leadership.

This is a senior role for someone who thrives in regulated, high-stakes environments whether thats defence, aerospace, automotive, or energy and who knows what it takes to lead teams delivering embedded, safety-critical, real-time software systems.

You'll be responsible for shaping the technical strategy, mentoring a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring delivery of software solutions that are robust, compliant, and aligned with the wider goals of the organisation and customer.

What were looking for

  • Substantial experience leading teams developing high-integrity or safety-critical software
  • Strong background in embedded systems, control software, or real-time applications
  • Ability to guide architecture and integration decisions across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience aligning engineering activity with programme milestones, budget, and compliance
  • Excellent communication skills able to influence internally, and represent the team externally
  • Comfortable leading technical governance, risk discussions, and approval processes
  • Background in nuclear, aerospace, defence, or another regulated engineering environment
  • Degree qualified in software, computer science, or a relevant discipline
  • Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) is desirable

Location & Travel
Youll need to be available to work on-site in theWest Midlands 23 times per week. The rest of your time can be spent working remotely or from other offices as needed.

Salary & Benefits
Circa£70,000 to£90,000 basic salary, with a comprehensive benefits package including bonus, pension, and flexible working arrangements.

How to apply
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