Software Architect

Defence
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 65K

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Abstraction Layers
Computer Programming
Continuous Integration
Software Design Patterns
Software Architecture
Software Engineering

Job description

  • Author the full software architecture, working with software delivery teams to define and monitor the Structural and Temporal Architecture, including Internal/External interfaces to meet requirements.
  • Identify and document design drivers such as real-time performance, safety, security, user experience, simplicity, reusability, and flexibility.
  • Produce derived and emergent requirements, capturing assumptions and rationale.
  • Define the architecture to a point where implementation decisions do not affect its integrity.
  • Collaborate closely with other Architects, Technical Specialists, and wider engineering key contacts to support design activities and reviews.
  • Influence the Software Engineering Technology Strategy, product lines, new technologies, and methods by participating in special interest groups and communities of interests., We are a leading defence organisation in the Defence & Security sector, currently seeking a Software Architect to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Software Architect or an individual with strong software design skills looking to advance their career. We offer benefits such as a company bonus of up to 21% of base salary, a maximum total pension contribution of up to 14%, flexible working arrangements, enhanced parental leave options, and fantastic site facilities including subsidized meals and free car parking. If you are a skilled Software Architect looking for your next opportunity in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now and make a significant impact in the development of secure and reliable systems.

Requirements

  • Strong technical practitioner with the ability to make important architectural and design decisions.
  • Knowledge of modern and established software architecture techniques and design patterns.
  • Experience with model-based engineering.
  • Ability to provide technical mentorship and articulate software architecture solutions.
  • Clear and accurate communication skills, including the ability to influence collaborators and internal customers.
  • Advocate for key software engineering practices like continuous integration and good design.
  • Ability to assess and communicate trade-offs between aspects of Software Architecture, with a focus on design rationale.
  • Understanding of software abstraction layers and the software stack.
  • Experience in defining and influencing tools, frameworks, and technologies used.
  • Strong programming background, preferably with experience in multiple languages.

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