Software Team Lead

## Software Team Lead Apply locations:
GB - Basildontime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R0015491
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* Job Description:

***** Salary Range:** £65,000 - £80,000
** Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity.
*** Your impact
** We are looking for a Software Team Leader to join our Integrated Sensors & Protection line of Business, we are developing and innovating with the latest methods, tools and techniques to develop new capabilities that are at the forefront of what is possible today.
** What you will do
** You would be leading the team developing Leonardo’s operationally-proven, innovative, scalable, layered Counter-UAS (CUAS) capability. Un-crewed Air Systems (UAS) present a rapidly-evolving threat in both military warfare and civilian scenarios and we are expanding our team to further accelerate our ongoing capability enhancements. Our technology uniquely exploits Leonardo’s best of breed approach, delivering extensive performance in sensing and warning capabilities, exploiting the company’s electro optical sensor package and advanced radio frequency effector technology.

This requires innovative software development approaches employing the latest techniques and we are looking to talk those interested in sharing our challenge, using ‘state of the art’ solutions and developing the next generation technologies.
** What you’ll bring
*** Team Leadership and ‘hands-on’ software development.
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Good interpersonal skills and behaviours.
* Effective communication capability in all aspects.
* Working knowledge of Agile techniques.
* Familiarity with formal problem solving methods.
* Capability to work with and through formal requirements.
* Ability to work within formal engineering processes as required.
* Proven delivery capability in the context of complex activity.
* Appreciation of safety-critical software development.
* It would be great if you also had the following skills and experience but not essential:
* Agile life cycles.
* Big data solutions.
* System engineering approaches.
* Communication technologies.
* Hard real-time software development.

This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn.
** Security Clearance
** This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit:
** Why join us
** At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
* ** Time to Recharge:
** Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year.
* ** Secure your Future:
** Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
* ** Your Wellbeing Matters:
** Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity).
* ** Rewarding Performance**:
All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
* ** Never Stop Learning**:
Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and Linked In Learning.
* ** Refer a friend:
** Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
* ** Tailored Perks**:
Spend up to £500 annually on…