Software Project Lead

Nigel Wright Group

Posted 16 days ago, valid for 5 days

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2BG, England

Full Time

Life Insurance

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Sonic Summary

The opportunity is for a Software Project Manager with a competitive salary and benefits, based in the Northeast, requiring on-site presence 3 to 4 days a week.
Candidates should have a degree in Electronic or Software Engineering, with proven experience in leading embedded software development projects.
Strong technical skills in embedded C/C++, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks are essential for this role.
The position involves managing the software development lifecycle, improving methodologies, and mentoring junior engineers.
This role offers a hybrid working environment, 27 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and additional benefits such as healthcare plans and gym discounts.

The OpportunityHybrid | Competitive Salary + Benefits (Northeast Based) - Must be able to go on site 3/4 days a week Are you a Software Project Manager with a passion for leading high-performing teams and delivering cutting-edge embedded software solutions? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a strong technical background in software engineering? If so, we want to hear from you!This is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of software development projects within a highly collaborative and innovative R&D team. You'll be responsible for overseeing the entire software development lifecycle, driving process improvements, and ensuring software is architecturally sound, maintainable, and well-tested.Responsibilities- Lead and manage embedded software engineering projects from conception to completion- Improve software development methodologies and best practices- Manage configuration control and change processing- Work closely with stakeholders, ensuring transparency on project progress, velocity, and burndown- Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring timely delivery- Coach and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement- Drive automated testing methods and frameworks- Oversee release management processes and best practicesExperience? Degree in Electronic / Software Engineering or equivalent? Proven experience in leading software development projects within embedded systems? Strong understanding of embedded C / C++ and object-oriented methodologies? Expertise in CI/CD pipelines, JIRA / Confluence, and automated testing frameworks? Knowledge of APIs, Web Services, and SIL-rated software (desirable)? Exceptional stakeholder management and team leadership skillsWhy join?- Very competitive salary - Hybrid working & flexible hours- 27 days holiday + bank holidays (plus option to buy more)- Healthcare cash plan, dental & life assurance- Gym membership discounts, cycle-to-work scheme & more!

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