Software Tech SME

The Software Tech SME is responsible for providing technical leadership in the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions. This role combines development governance and architectural guidance to applications from conception to deployment, then transferred into support., * Technical Leadership:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of software applications and systems.
• Make architectural decisions and ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and security guidelines.
• Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies, and processes to ensure the highest quality product platform.
• Ensuring Code Quality and governance using tools like SonarQube
• A go-to person for troubleshooting technical issues, providing guidance and support to your team members to resolve issues efficiently.
• Development Governance:
• Define and enforce coding standards, architecture guidelines, and best practices for developed software
• Review, evaluate, and provide feedback on code quality to ensure quality, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Ensure the team follows agile methodologies and participates in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Transforming user’s requirements into technical specifications
• Manage release process from development to deployment and live products support
• Quality Assurance:
• Oversee the development and execution of unit, integration, and system tests.
• Ensure software meets functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, scalability, and security.

Do you have experience in Software development?, Do you have a Master’s degree?, * Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Extensive experience in software development, with a proven track record of technical leadership.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, .NET, etc.).
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
• Experience with agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership and technical expertise
• Effective communication and collaboration
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Adaptability and continuous learning

• Generous Annual Leave
• Retirement Savings through the Rolls-Royce Retirement Savings Trust
• Group Life Assurance provides for a lump sum benefit if you die whilst employed by Rolls-Royce
• Group Income Protection provides an income in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury

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