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Job Title: Software Lead Engineer (Powertrain) Employment type: FTC Role Overview As a Software Lead Engineer within the Powertrain domain, you will lead the planning, development, and delivery of propulsion software for Powertrain and Transmission Control Modules. This role supports high-performance internal combustion engine (ICE) and electrified vehicle programs. You will collaborate closely with product owners, subject matter experts, delivery engineers, certification teams, internal software teams, and external suppliers to define and execute roadmaps that deliver production-ready software and customer value. Key Responsibilities • Lead software development activities from concept through to final sign-off, • Define software requirements in line with recognized industry standards, • Manage requirements lifecycle including classification, cascading, and traceability, • Oversee test case development and completion to meet delivery milestones, • Develop and execute integrated delivery plans with internal software teams and network functions, • Coordinate with external suppliers to ensure delivery aligns with stakeholder requirements, • Collaborate with Propulsion Group Software Manager on software cost, timing, and RFQ preparation, • Support supplier negotiations through technical and commercial inputs, • Conduct regular progress reviews with suppliers to track delivery and resolve blockers, • Work with release teams to deliver software increments to manufacturing, • Partner with certification teams to support documentation and approval processes What we are looking for: • Customer-focused mindset with strong communication skills, • Ability to convey complex technical concepts in a clear and actionable manner, • Confidence to challenge existing approaches constructively, • Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities, • Experience working in fast-paced, high-demand environments Knowledge, Skills & Experience • Minimum 5+ years of experience in propulsion/powertrain software development and calibration delivery, • Proven experience in cross-functional coordination and team leadership, • Strong project management experience in complex engineering programs, • Experience working with diverse, cross-functional teams and external suppliers, • Familiarity with software development lifecycle, validation, and release processes, • Relevant engineering degree or equivalent practical experience preferred

Job Title: Lead Controls Engineer Location: Coventry, UK Industry: Automotive & Logistics Machinery About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and driven Lead Controls Engineer to join our engineering team in Coventry. This role focuses on the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for machinery used in the automotive and logistics sectors. You will play a key leadership role, guiding a team of engineers while delivering high-quality automation solutions for complex industrial applications. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the design and development of control systems for automated machinery and production lines., • Oversee PLC, HMI, and SCADA system programming, integration, and commissioning., • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of controls engineers., • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software teams to deliver fully integrated solutions., • Manage project timelines, budgets, and technical deliverables., • Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and optimisation on-site and remotely., • Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices., • Support customer interactions, including technical discussions, site visits, and issue resolution., • Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and system performance. Key Requirements: • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field., • Proven experience in a senior or lead controls engineering role within automotive, logistics, or industrial machinery environments., • Strong expertise in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley)., • Experience with HMI/SCADA systems (e.g., WinCC, FactoryTalk, Ignition)., • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Profinet, EtherNet/IP, Modbus)., • Experience with motion control systems, robotics, and automated material handling systems is highly desirable., • Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills., • Willingness to travel occasionally for commissioning and customer support. Desirable Skills: • Experience with safety systems and standards (e.g., SIL, PL, machinery safety directives)., • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and data-driven automation. What We Offer: • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Opportunity to lead cutting-edge automation projects in growing industries., • Career progression and professional development opportunities., • Collaborative and innovative working environment

Embedded Software Validation Engineer (HIL / Automotive / EV)\nContract | Competitive Day Rate | Onsite\n\nWe are hiring an experienced Embedded Software Validation Engineer to support cutting-edge electric vehicle (EV) and charging systems development within a high-performance engineering environment.\n\nThis role focuses on embedded software testing, verification, and validation using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems, ensuring delivery of safety-critical automotive software to the highest standards.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Lead embedded software validation and verification activities\n\n * Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test frameworks\n\n * Perform testing using HIL systems (dSpace preferred)\n\n * Ensure compliance with ISO26262 / ASIL functional safety standards\n\n * Conduct root cause analysis and debugging of system issues\n\n * Support test automation and continuous integration (CI/CD) environments\n\nKey Skills & Experience:\n\n * Strong experience in embedded systems validation / testing\n\n * Hands-on experience with HIL / dSpace tools\n\n * Knowledge of ISO26262 / ASIL safety standards\n\n * Programming skills in Python, C or C++\n\n * Experience in automotive, EV, electrification or power electronics\n\n * Familiarity with Jenkins, GitLab, Jira or similar tools\n\nDesirable:\n\n * Experience with EV charging systems, inverters, DC-DC or AC-DC systems\n\n * Knowledge of automotive networks (CAN, LIN)\n\n * Background in real-time control systems\n\nThis is a high-impact opportunity to work on next-generation electrification and charging technology, contributing to innovative, safety-critical systems.\n\nApply now to be part of a rapidly growing automotive software validation programme

It would suit a Technical Lead, Staff Engineer, or very Senior Software Engineer who wants to stay close to the technology while also working directly with external clients on complex, real-world GenAI projects. Lead Software Engineer - GenAI/Forward Deployed - Remote (UK or Ireland). This is a high

We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer to be the most senior technical voice in one of our product squads, working as a technical co-leader alongside the Engineering Manager. Our engineering team includes experienced software engineers and PhD-level AI specialists, with strong ties to the Univer

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As a Lead Software Engineer, you will lead a technical team delivering high quality products and services for the iLearn platform across the full software development lifecycle. Agilio Software Group is a leading UK healthcare operations software provider, delivering integrated, mission critical sol

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Lead Software Engineer – Space Systems. Lead the design of embedded software for next-generation space systems. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and mission engineers to deliver reliable solutions for space applications.

An experienced Genesys routing engineer with solid expertise in voice routing, Composer/IRD, and SCXML. A potential technical lead or mentor, bringing experience in solution design, architecture, and team support. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and provide technical guidance or

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer based in East Sussex to join this global leader in cutting edge electronic instrumentation. Joining their multidisciplined R&D team at their global centre of excellence, as a Lead Embedded Software Engineer you will develop

Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe.

Endpoint Engineer ready for your next challenge?Do you enjoy solving complex technical problems, engineering secure and modern endpoint solutions, and working with a team who share your passion for doing things the right way? If youre excited by the idea of shaping best-in-class

You will work closely with product owners, designers, and backend engineers to deliver seamless trading experiences. Collaborate with product owners, designers, and backend engineers to deliver seamless trading experiences.

A leading energy provider in the UK seeks a Lead Software Engineer to guide a team in building scalable software solutions. Candidates should have strong experience in software architecture and programming languages, such as Python or Java.

A high-growth SaaS company based in the UK is looking for a Lead/Senior Software Engineer to design and maintain full-stack features. The company offers a competitive salary, equity options, flexible working, and a supportive engineering culture that fosters growth.

A technology company in Greater London is seeking a C# Developer to design and develop robust software solutions. This role requires strong collaboration with geometry experts to analyze complex problems and translate them into efficient software solutions.

As a Senior Lead Full Stack Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within Cybersecurity and Technology Controls, you serve as a seasoned member of an engineering team that works to lead the delivery of software solutions that satisfy pre-defined functional and user requirements with the added dimension

A leading digital insurance company in the UK is seeking a Staff Software Engineer to provide technical leadership within their engineering team. Essential skills include a strong understanding of software engineering principles, comfort with JVM based languages, and experience in agile environments

As a Senior Lead Full Stack Software Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within Cybersecurity and Technology Controls, youserve as a seasoned member of an engineering team that works to lead the delivery of software solutions that satisfy pre-defined functional and user requirements with the added dimension

A technology company in Greater London is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer to produce clean, testable designs and provide technical leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive software engineering experience, specifically with PHP, along with a strong ability to lead cross-funct

We’re looking for a Lead Data Engineer with a strong software engineering background to help build and scale a modern, configuration-led data platform using Databricks and Snowflake. Experience acting as a Lead Engineer, Tech Lead, or Engineering Manager. This role is ideal for someone who started

Provide technical leadership and guidance to developers and other engineering disciplines embedded within the squad. Experience managing or leading an engineering team, including one‑to‑ones, objective setting, and performance conversations. Advanced software engineering expertise in C#/.

A technology company in Greater London seeks a Lead Software Engineer to drive organizational change and empower teams to deliver software solutions in the public sector.

As a Lead Software Engineer in Asset Management Trading Technology, you will design, build, and evolve industry‑leading platforms that manage orders and execute trades across diverse asset classes. Lead code reviews and mentor team members to ensure engineering excellence. Design and engineer scal

A fast-growing tech business in Nottingham is looking for a Principal / Lead Software Engineer to lead a skilled engineering team.

A global leader in financial services is seeking a Software Engineering Team Lead to manage and grow a team responsible for the firm's GitHub Enterprise platform. Candidates should have a solid background in Linux and experience leading engineering teams. An understanding of software development lif

A leading sports technology company in Greater London is seeking a Lead Engineer to drive technical strategy and innovation within the Human Performance group. This role will oversee high-impact projects, mentor junior engineers, and foster a supportive culture. Candidates should excel in full-stack

My purpose is to lead a team of engineers, rise to the challenges presented, push the boundaries and define possible together. Experience as a Software Developer with strong focus on one of the following:. You’ll also bring strong leadership, guiding your team through both technical and delivery c

Senior Lead Software Engineer- Java (Tech Lead/Staff Level) - Chase UK. As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the International Consumer Bank (Chase UK) you will be tasked with the creation and delivery of innovative, cutting‑edge solutions through cloud‑native microservices

We're looking for an exceptional Software Engineer / Back-End Developer – a true "super dev" – with proven Design Patterns expertise and a deep understanding of software engineering/development. Contract Software Engineer / Lead Developer – Expert. Minimum 5 years’ experience in software dev

Leads communities of practice across Software Engineering to drive awareness and use of new and leading-edge technologies. Formal training or certification on software engineering concepts, such as Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Google Associate Cloud Engineer Certification, or A

As Lead Engineer for Software & Controls, you will design, develop and verify software and control architectures for both new and existing vehicle platforms. Job Title: Lead Engineer – Software and Controls. You’ll lead the delivery of model‑based control systems, ensuring robust processes, co

As a Lead Software Engineer, full stack developer at JPMorgan Chase within the Global Technology division, you will serve as a leader within an agile team, designing and delivering strategic uplifts to market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. Lead Software Engineer -

Lead Embedded Software Development Engineer - Aerospace. We're looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to drive technical delivery across safety‑critical aerospace projects. You'll lead small development teams, define software architecture and design, and ensure high‑quality embedded softw

You have a product engineer mindset and a track record of delivering high quality software that adjusts to business and product needs to provide a great user experience in a timely manner. We're looking for people who have a curious mindset, thrive in collaborative squads, and are passionate about b

A leading global financial services company seeks a Software Engineer (VP) to implement FX trading systems. Ideal candidates will have strong understanding of FX, software development skills, and keen communication abilities.

As a Senior Lead Software Engineer at JPMorganChase within the Accelerator business, you are the heart of this venture, focused on getting smart ideas into the hands of our customers. Structure software so that it is easy to understand, test and evolve.

Multimatic is seeking a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to join one of its growing engineering divisions based in Cambridge. Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Engineering, Applied Physics, or a related discipline. This is a key leadership opportunity to shape technical di

As a Lead Software Engineer in Post Trade Technology, you will play a pivotal role in an agile team dedicated to enhancing and delivering secure, stable, and scalable technology products. Lead communities of practice across Software Engineering. Execute creative software solutions, design, developme

A leading global financial services firm in London is seeking a Sr Lead Software Engineer to enhance and deliver market-leading technology products. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in software engineering and a deep understanding of KDB/Q technology.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the LiveIntent Real-Time Ad Serving team, you will design, develop, and own the business logic that powers programmatic advertising at scale — ad selection, targeting, frequency capping, budget pacing, and delivery optimization. This is a hands-on engineering role