Permanent
Lead Software Engineer
Engineering
Ampthill - Bedfordshire
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for you to join LMUK Ampthill, in a key role for the business. As Software Engineering Lead you will be empowered to make a difference in one of the top 10 defence companies in the world and will deliver critical programmes of national importance.
We require a talented Software Engineering Lead to join the Software Engineering team at Lockheed Martin, Ampthill. You will have worked on programmes through the full Software Engineering Lifecycle, with focus on leading the Design, Implementation and Unit Testing aspects of developing a software product
requirements analysis, software design, implementation, and software testing and will be required to support integration and test activities.
You will be expected apply your knowledge of computer systems and software engineering best practice to help lead a team of software developers of various levels and be responsible for ensuring software compliance standards are met by the application of appropriate processes, procedures and tools throughout the software development lifecycle.
You will be expected to be knowledgeable and proficient in the application of a wide range of software engineering practices and will display a proactive and innovative approach to leading the development of complex technical solutions to difficult customer problems.
You will be responsible for assisting with accurate estimating / planning and will be expected to manage the team's workloads effectively to ensure that project milestones are met.
The position will be full-time within the existing team developing cutting edge Ground Based Air Defence and Automated Sense & Warn software solutions for the UK MoD.
The position requires solid software development knowledge, strong technical leadership and team leadership skills and an understanding of the software development lifecycle.
In return we’ll provide you with meaningful work that will allow you to grow your skills and enhance your career with us.
We invest in our employees and provide training and development for around 300 leaders within the business per year, as well as provide education assistance for ongoing career development.
However equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work life balance as well. That’s why we offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits suite to enable you to live a healthy fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Plus our 4-day working week gives you every Friday off to allow you to spend more time doing the things you enjoy!
So if you are interested in joining a team who are part of a business delivering programmes of national importance then there has never been a better time to apply! We may not know what's going to change the world next, but chances are we're already working on it, and you can be part of the story too!
Required skills, qualifications and experience
United Kingdom (UK)
Clearance Required for Role
Graduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
What we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.
We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off.
We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment.
Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below :
