Software Practice Lead

Overview

As Software Practice Lead, you guide the delivery of Software and Systems Integration in a multi-domain, secure environment. You will steer multi-disciplinary, agile teams and shape project and process plans while managing people, suppliers, and customer relationships. You drive the adoption of world-class practices and tools across the business, balancing strategy with hands-on execution. This role offers impact in a regulated, defence-focused setting with opportunities to influence technology strategy and delivery at scale.

Pay / Benefits

• base salary
• individual performance bonuses
• matched pension scheme to 10%
• learning opportunities (digital and F2F)
• sponsorship through further education
• paid life insurance and health care

Responsibilities

• lead tactical execution of Software and Systems Integration activities
• develop and execute project and process plans
• manage employees and suppliers
• maintain relationships with customers, key stakeholders, and industry bodies
• lead a multi-disciplinary, agile team
• execute complex digital system integration in a multi-domain, secure environment
• embed best practices, methods, and tools across the business

Key requirements

• 3+ years leading teams in multi-disciplinary matrix organizations
• 5+ years of experience working in and leading software projects
• extensive experience in a modern software engineering environment
• familiarity with DevSecOps, SCRUM, Agile, Scaled Agile, CI/CD, SaaS, Cloud, Code Quality, and Open Source frameworks
• experience in defence or other regulated environments

• stakeholder management
• leadership and people management
• communication and collaboration
• modern web/cloud-native technologies and platforms
• simulation and training software
• computer gaming industry experience

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