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Avionics Lead Software Engineer - Permanent
Eastleigh, Hampshire - Fully remote
£52,000 - £65,000 + 10% bonus + additional Benefits

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Software Engineer to join a growing team working on advanced Integrated systems for rotorcraft platforms. This role involves designing and developing software products that run on a Linux base to process data from sensors.

As a Lead Software Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing & testing software within vehicles drivetrains. You will be utilising embedded C++ coding with a focus on real time processing of vibration signals, processing, storage & graphing of vibration data.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, implementation, and testing of software for Vibration monitoring deployed on Linux-based platforms
  • Develop software solutions for signal processing, data acquisition, storage, and secure access
  • Ensure software is compliant with industry safety standards, including DO-178C.
  • Contribute to continuous integration and automated testing pipelines to maintain code quality and performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, software architects, and product owners
  • Support troubleshooting, debugging, and optimisation of software systems

    Required Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in Software Development using C++
  • Proficiency working on Linux-based embedded platforms
  • Experience with real-time signal processing or data movement for sensor-driven systems
  • Experience in Node.js, Python & (SQLite is a bonus)
  • Solid understanding of software development life cycle in safety-critical or highly regulated industries

    If you are interested in longevity, career development & the opportunity to work on highly challenging and exciting work within the Avionics Sector, this will be the role for you

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