Software Development Lead

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Software Development Lead Location: Warton, United Kingdom. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Salary: £54,793+ depending on experience. What You’ll Be Doing
Lead and define software development activities in line with departmental priorities and technology roadmaps. Coordinate collaboration across multi‑disciplinary teams, internal experts, and external partners to deliver high‑quality engineering outcomes. Champion best‑practice software engineering methods and promote adoption of relevant industry standards. Ensure robust engineering governance, working with Technical Authorities and domain specialists in Ground Test, Flight Test, and Flight Operations. Oversee project delivery to agreed time, cost, and quality targets, managing risks and providing clear progress reporting to stakeholders. Prepare business cases and investment proposals to support software research and capability development initiatives. Identify and evaluate emerging technologies through Technology Watch activities to inform future capability roadmaps. Provide effective line management, conducting performance reviews and supporting career development from early careers through to senior specialists.
Essential
Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and core software engineering principles, including SOLID design practices. Proven experience developing software in multiple high‑level programming languages (e.g., C, C++, Java, Python). Proficiency in Model‑Based Software Engineering (MBSE) and design tools such as Enterprise Architect or Cameo. Experience in leading and managing engineering teams, from small groups to larger multi‑disciplinary teams. Ability to develop proposals, bids, and business cases, supporting strategic investment and project planning activities.
Desirable
Knowledge of open systems architectures, such as the Pyramid Reference Architecture (PRA), FACE, ECOA, IMS, or DDS. Experience with modern software‑driven architectures, including containerisation, microservices, and virtual machines. Ability to align software architecture with broader system architecture, ensuring coherent end‑to‑end design integration. Hands‑on experience performing Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HIL) integration and testing. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines in collaborative environments on Windows and Linux, using open‑source toolsets (e.g., GitLab).
Benefits
Competitive pension scheme. Enhanced annual leave allowance. Company‑contributed Share Incentive Plan. Flexible working, employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts. Possibly eligible for an annual incentive.
Team & Mission Join the Systems Technology & Capability Delivery Team within FalconWorks, shaping future aerospace innovation. The mission is to identify emerging technologies, mature early concepts, and deliver real value into next‑generation Air Sector products. A fast‑paced, creative environment where ideas move rapidly from concept to application. We look for curious, adaptable, self‑driven engineers passionate about technology and thriving in collaborative, multi‑disciplinary settings. You’ll work closely with specialists across domains such as Mission Systems, Autonomy, Simulation, and Test & Evaluation, plus external partners from academia, SMEs, and industry. As a Software Development Lead, you’ll help turn bold ideas into reality, leading innovative software solutions from concept to demonstration, and playing a key role in defining the technologies that will power future air systems. Why BAE Systems? A place where you’ll make a real difference, part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and strive for inclusive recruitment processes. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments. Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These restrictions may affect eligibility based on nationality, previous nationalities, place of birth, etc. All applicants must achieve at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting with 5‑10 years continuous UK residency depending on the level. Closing Date: 17th November 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Engineering and Information Technology. Industries: Software Development. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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