Embedded Software Architect

5 days ago


Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Anson McCade Full time

**Job Title:** Embedded Software Architect

Company Overview:

Anson McCade is a leading integrated defence company that seeks to hire an experienced Embedded Software Architect. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of embedded seeker software for cutting-edge missile systems.

Salary: Up to £70,000 (DoE) with additional benefits including annual bonuses, paid overtime, flexible leave, and comprehensive pension plans.

Job Description:

The Embedded Software Architect will be part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team comprising hardware, software, and firmware specialists. Together, they will drive the full Software Development Lifecycle for complex, real-time software embedded in missile sub-components. This role requires expertise in defining architecture, guiding design choices, and ensuring comprehensive testing and validation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Security Clearance: Must be a British citizen or dual UK national, eligible or currently holding SC clearance
  • Expertise in Real-Time Embedded Systems: Proven track record in creating hard real-time embedded software solutions
  • Proficiency in C Programming: Exceptional skills in C programming, with an in-depth understanding of its use in real-time applications
  • Knowledge of Communication Protocols: Strong familiarity with protocols including SPI, UART, Ethernet, and PCI-Express
  • Software Design Familiarity: Understanding of software design methodologies such as UML
  • Analytical Skills: Capability to evaluate system performance and ensure effective integration
  • Experience Across SDLC: Practical experience throughout the entire software development lifecycle

Benefits:

  • Base Salary: Up to £70,000 (DoE)
  • Annual Bonus: Circa £2,500
  • Overtime: Optional paid overtime – flat rate (1.25)
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Pension: Pension 14% (6% Employee and 8% Employer)
  • Share Incentive Plan: Opportunity to purchase shares via payroll before tax and NI
  • Parental Benefits: Up to 26 weeks of full pay for maternity, paternity, adoption, neonatal, and shared parental leave
  • Sick Pay: Ranges from 6 weeks for your first six months of service and scales up to 48 weeks after five years of service
  • L&D: As a Times UK Top 25 Employers, Anson McCade offers employees work-class training and development/career tools


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