Software Architect

Job description

Software Architect – Safety‑Critical Systems

The Role

We are looking for an accomplished Software Architect to design, develop, integrate, and assure complex distributed software systems within a safety‑critical or safety‑related environment. You’ll work across the full software lifecycle, collaborating with architects, engineering teams, and project managers to deliver secure, high‑integrity solutions on Linux and Windows platforms within a regulated defence setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop software for large distributed systems using C/C++, Java, and Python.
• Apply robust software architectures and model‑driven development approaches.
• Translate mathematical or theoretical models into efficient, maintainable code.
• Develop, deploy, and debug applications on Linux and Windows.
• Uphold high‑integrity practices: unit testing, static analysis, configuration management.
• Conduct Software FMEA and support risk mitigation activities.
• Produce high‑quality technical documentation and lifecycle artefacts.
• Contribute to DevOps and IaC initiatives (e.g., Ansible roles/playbooks).
• Support software assurance activities including SBOM, licence management, and vulnerability management.

Required Experience

• Proven background in software engineering for complex, large‑scale systems.
• Experience developing distributed systems.
• Significant experience in safety‑critical or safety‑related software (IEC 61508 preferred, IEC 62304/26262 also suitable).
• Strong exposure to Linux‑based platforms and infrastructure.
• Experience working in regulated industries, ideally defence.

Required Skills

• Strong programming skills in Java, C++, and Python.
• Solid understanding of software architectures and distributed systems design.
• Competence in computational mathematics, especially for modelling and signal processing.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking protocols.
• Experience with deployment and debugging on Linux and Windows.

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, or a related discipline—or equivalent industry experience.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cheadle

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English