Lead Software Engineer

Software Engineering Leader - West Midlands (Hybrid)
Circa £90,000 basic + excellent benefits

We’re working with a leading engineering consultancy to find a Software Engineering Leader to guide the delivery of complex, high-integrity software systems for critical national infrastructure. The role is based around a long-term programme of work and offers a rare blend of hands-on technical oversight, stakeholder influence, and people leadership.

This is a senior role for someone who thrives in regulated, high-stakes environments — whether that’s defence, aerospace, automotive, or energy — and who knows what it takes to lead teams delivering embedded, safety-critical, or real-time software systems.

You'll be responsible for shaping the technical strategy, mentoring a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring delivery of software solutions that are robust, compliant, and aligned with the wider goals of the organisation and customer.

What we’re looking for

• Substantial experience leading teams developing high-integrity or safety-critical software

• Strong background in embedded systems, control software, or real-time applications

• Ability to guide architecture and integration decisions across multi-disciplinary teams

• Experience aligning engineering activity with programme milestones, budget, and compliance

• Excellent communication skills — able to influence internally, and represent the team externally

• Comfortable leading technical governance, risk discussions, and approval processes

• Background in nuclear, aerospace, defence, or another regulated engineering environment

• Degree qualified in software, computer science, or a relevant discipline

• Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent) is desirable

Location & Travel
You’ll need to be available to work on-site in the West Midlands 2-3 times per week . The rest of your time can be spent working remotely or from other offices as needed.

Salary & Benefits
Circa £70,000 to £90,000 basic salary , with a comprehensive benefits package including bonus, pension, and flexible working arrangements.

How to apply
For more information or a confidential conversation, get in touch. We're happy to discuss whether this could be a good fit based on your background and aspirations.

How to apply
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Yoh Solutions Ltd - Engineering recruitment specialists.
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