Head of Embedded Software Development
Salary: Circa £95,000
We’re supporting an engineering and technology business undergoing a major transformation across embedded software, systems development, and product delivery.
They are seeking a Head of Embedded Software Development to lead software engineering strategy across a portfolio of complex embedded products used in demanding, high-performance environments.
This role combines technical leadership, organisational change, and engineering execution. The successful candidate will drive improvements in software quality, delivery predictability, platform reuse, and development efficiency while building a modern embedded engineering capability.
Key responsibilities:
• Lead and develop a high-performing embedded software engineering team
• Define embedded software architecture and long-term platform strategy
• Drive adoption of modern engineering practices across the software lifecycle
• Introduce and mature CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and simulation capability
• Establish model-based development approaches and virtual validation methods
• Improve collaboration between hardware, systems, and software teams from concept stage onwards
• Develop reusable and modular software platforms across multiple product lines
• Define and track engineering KPIs linked to quality, delivery, and time-to-market
• Support engineering transformation initiatives across tools, process, and culture
• Manage cross-functional and multi-site technical collaboration
Required background:
• Significant experience in embedded systems leadership
• Strong knowledge of embedded C/C++, RTOS, and embedded Linux
• Experience with software architecture, integration, and complex system development
• Exposure to model-based development and simulation environments
• Experience implementing CI/CD and automated test frameworks
• Knowledge of hardware/software integration and electronic interfacing
• Track record of improving engineering delivery and software maturity
• Experience leading teams through organisational or technical transformation
The company is looking for someone who can combine technical depth with strong leadership capability while helping shape a scalable and modern embedded engineering function.
Backgrounds of interest may include advanced electronics, industrial technology, robotics, aerospace, defence, automotive systems, instrumentation, or other complex embedded environments.
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