Head of Embedded Software Development

HEAD OF EMBEDDED SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
£95,000

We are working with an engineering organisation developing complex embedded systems used in high-performance, safety-critical and industrial environments.

They are seeking a Head of Embedded Software Development to lead embedded software strategy, architecture, and engineering delivery across multiple product lines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead embedded software engineering teams (C/C++, RTOS, embedded Linux)
- Define and own embedded software architecture and platform strategy
- Deliver New Product Development (NPD) and sustaining engineering programmes
- Drive CI/CD adoption, automated testing, and embedded DevOps practices
- Implement model-based development and simulation (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink)
- Improve hardware-software co-design and early-stage system integration
- Build reusable, modular software platforms across product lines
- Define and track engineering KPIs (quality, delivery, time-to-market)
- Lead engineering governance, design reviews, and technical standards
- Manage cross-functional and multi-site engineering teams and partners

REQUIREMENTS
- 10+ years' embedded software experience
- Proven leadership of embedded engineering teams
- Strong C/C++ and RTOS background
- Embedded Linux experience
- Experience with software architecture and system integration
- CI/CD and automated testing (unit, integration, HIL)
- Model-based development and simulation tools
- Hardware interface experience (SPI, I2C, USB)
- Experience in complex electronics or high-reliability environments
- Track record of improving engineering delivery and team performance

SECTORS
Aerospace & defence Automotive Industrial automation Robotics

FUNCTIONS
Embedded Software Engineering Systems Architecture Engineering Transformation

If you are an experienced embedded engineering leader looking to build modern, scalable software capability, please apply or contact us for a confidential discussion.