Head of Discipline - Software Engineering

Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters.As Head of Software Engineering, you'll lead SEA's Software Engineering discipline, ensuring competent people, robust software methods, disciplined technical execution and effective lifecycle control across all products and projects.The Head of Software Engineering will be based at either our Bristol, Beckington or Barnstaple sites with regular travel to all 3. This role allows for flexible working.The salary for this role is up to £90k, depending on experience.What youll be doing You'll own and maintain software engineering standards, lifecycle methods, coding practices, toolchains and assurance expectations across SEA products and projectsYou'll ensure software delivery supports safety, security, qualification, accreditation, configuration control and customer acceptance requirementsYou'll provide competent software resources, technical planning input, independent challenge and subject matter leadership to Engineering Leads and Project ManagersYou'll define and assure lifecycle gate and technical review artefacts, including baselines, build records, verification evidence, defect status and release readinessYou'll maintain compliance with applicable standards and drive continuous improvement through technical reviews, audits and governance activitiesAbout our companyAt SEA, e provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets.What we offerAt our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so were always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Have a look at the benefits we offer:Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements25 days annual leave, plus buy and sellUp to 16 days flexi leave accrualHalf day FridaysReservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leaveFamily & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance ProgramHealth Cash PlanAll Staff BonusGroup Pension Plan of up to 8% employer contributionCycle to work schemeWellbeing CentreSports & Social activitiesEmployee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savingsLife assurance policyPublication and recruitment bonus rewardsDevelopment opportunities, including LinkedIn learningFacilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sitesPrivate seated lunch areasOnsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beveragesOnsite showers and toiletries provisionFree onsite parkingThe skills you need A degree or equivalent experience in software engineering, computer science, systems engineering or a related STEM discipline, with significant software leadership experience in complex, governed environmentsStrong practical understanding of software lifecycle models, configuration control, build management, CI/CD, automated testing, release management and assurance expectationsCredible software engineering leader with strong technical judgement, professional authority and the confidence to challenge weak estimates, poor discipline or uncontrolled changePragmatic and fair decision-maker who balances delivery pressure, functional priorities, project needs, governance, assurance and auditabilityStrong people leader and coach, able to develop engineers, support performance and translate software risks into clear technical, project and business consequencesJoin us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters.If youd like to know more, please give Dave Abrams from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on 03330 414172. Or reach out to us onTPBN1_UKTJ