Lead Software Engineer

You will play a key role in designing and delivering advanced software solutions for underwater robotic systems. This position focuses on developing innovative, high-quality software aligned with business and project requirements. As a Software Lead, you will take ownership of project delivery while leading multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop technically complex solutions for subsea vehicles and associated robotic systems. Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex software projects for underwater robotic systems
• Develop and define software architectures for large-scale, integrated systems
• Translate high-level system requirements into detailed technical specifications
• Maintain a system-level perspective while overseeing detailed implementation
• Act as a technical authority and primary point of contact for stakeholders and customers
• Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Plan, estimate, and manage work packages, resources, and budgets
• Ensure adherence to software quality standards and industry best practices
• Implement and improve development processes and methodologies
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers
• Manage workload distribution across teams to ensure efficiency and balance

• Minimum 7 years' experience in a senior software engineering role

• Degree in a relevant engineering or technical discipline

• Strong understanding of software systems across embedded and application layers

• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary software teams

• Experience designing software architecture for complex systems

• Solid understanding of modern software development methodologies

• Experience with safety-critical systems and design principles

• Ability to engage directly with customers and stakeholders

• Strong estimation, planning, and organisational skills

• Practical knowledge of software standards and compliance

• Awareness of cybersecurity principles and their impact on system design Technical Expertise Experience with a selection of the following technologies (across Windows and Linux environments):

• C++, Python, JavaScript

• XML, JSON, HTML, CSS

• Web frameworks and backend technologies (e.g. Angular, Django, Node.js, React, Apache)

• WebSockets and real-time data systems

• Docker and containerisation

• Networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP)

• SQL and database technologies

• Debugging and diagnostic tools (e.g. Wireshark, system logs)

• Cybersecurity principles

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.