Principal Software Safety Consultant - Defence & Critical Systems
Location: Hybrid (Bristol office + Remote Working)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary Range: £70,000 - £90,000 + Benefits (see end of page)
Clearance Required: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (UK Passport holder)
We are actively recruiting for an experienced Software Safety Consultant that is keen to take on a leadership role in high-impact, safety-critical projects.
Maybe you are a Senior or Principal Software Safety Consultant now and looking for a role where you are the group's leader, this would be a great match if so.
We're looking for a dynamic and technically proficient Principal Software Safety Consultant to drive innovation, lead team growth, and deliver expert consultancy across defence, aerospace, and critical systems sectors.
This is a mix of Technical Software Safety Engineering and also team management and business growth.
Why This Role?
This is a rare opportunity within a rapidly growing, expert-led independent Safety Engineering focused consultancy.
This is not the kind of place where you will feel like a small fish in a big pond, you will have responsibility and autonomy in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Software Safety Leadership:
Act as the technical authority on software safety across all programmes and client engagements
Lead the development of software safety strategies, policies, and methodologies
Provide technical oversight for project delivery, ensuring safety assurance meets defence and industry standardsCapability & Team Development:
Define and implement training plans, recruitment strategies, and subcontractor engagement
Mentor and line manage team members, building a high-performance culture in software safetyBusiness Development:
Support bid and proposal development, providing technical insight and review
Collaborate with the business development team to identify new opportunities and client needs.
Cultivate long-term client relationships and establish the business as a leader in software safety that can be relied upon to deliver.Project Oversight:
Lead delivery of software safety assessments, audits, and technical documentation
Oversee risk identification, mitigation, and control throughout project lifecycles
Ensure all deliverables meet regulatory, client, and internal quality standards
Qualifications & Experience:
A relevant degree and/or professional qualifications in Software Engineering or Systems Safety
Chartered status or working towards membership with a recognised professional institution
Proven track record in delivering software safety engineering consultancy, ideally in the UK.
Experience in client engagement, and cross-functional project management is desirable
Flexible Working & Benefits:
Hybrid working (Bristol office + remote flexibility)
Competitive salary + annual performance bonus
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Optional private medical insurance (post-probation)
Life insurance
Bike to Work scheme
Ongoing training and professional development support
Professional institution membership fees covered
Should I Apply?
This role is ideal for a senior software safety engineer, technical lead, or consultant seeking a move into a more strategic, leadership-driven position. If you're passionate about defence safety standards, developing people, and contributing to national safety-critical programmes - this is a role you should apply for !
Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website
