Leonardo · Luton - Cap. Green 300, United Kingdom

Job Description: Salary Range: £70,000 - £80,000 Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. The salary range shown reflects the approved grade band for this role, or a narrower hiring range published within that band, and is benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions above the standard range are managed through governance controls to protect internal equity. Your impact As an Embedded Software Architect, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of cutting-edge systems, working at the forefront of software innovation. You’ll have the chance to lead software engineering solutions that bring complex systems to life, influencing projects from the earliest stages. You will contribute at the requirements and architecture level to ensure the successful deployment of advanced software and electronic warfare (EW) capabilities. What you will do Engage with project stakeholders to determine system and software level requirements Collaborate in the architectural solutions at a platform to determine the software solutions that will be developed Influence the development approach considering design principles, modularity and reuse, best practice, toolchain and much more What you’ll bring Software architecture expertise Experience in C++ and embedded software solutions UML Modelling Object Orientation Design Patterns Linux / VXWorks (Desirable) Requirements Engineering Network architectures and Ethernet protocols High integrity e.g. RTCA-DO178C This is not an exhaustive list, and we are keen to hear from you even if you might not have experience in all the above. The most important skill is a good attitude and willingness to learn. Security Clearance This role is subject to pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government’s Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). An additional range of Personnel Security Controls referred to as National Security Vetting (NSV) may apply, this could include meeting the eligibility requirements for The Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV). For more information and guidance please visit: https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/security-and-vetting Why join us At Leonardo, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive. Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous leave with the opportunity to accrue up to 12 additional flexi-days each year. Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution. Your Wellbeing Matters: Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Armed Forces, Carers, Wellbeing and Ethnicity). Rewarding Performance : All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme. Never Stop Learning : Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning. Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme. Tailored Perks : Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more. Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role. For a full list of our company benefits please visit our website. Leonardo is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security. Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. Our employees are not just part of a team—they are key contributors to shaping innovation, advancing technology, and enhancing global safety. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace. We believe that a diverse workforce sparks creativity, drives innovation, and leads to better outcomes for our people and our customers. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the recruitment process, just let us know. Be part of something bigger - apply now! Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Permanent Hybrid Working: Hybrid

Leonardo · Luton - Cap. Green 300, United Kingdom

Job Description: Job Description Are you a software architect with the drive and experience to develop world-class engineering solutions? Do you value flexible working with great benefits and an emphasis on work life balance? Do you want to grow your career and support others to do the same in an organisation with a wealth of support and opportunities? Do you want to deliver technical leadership within multidisciplinary Agile teams working on the forefront of defence engineering projects? If so then you should apply for our SOFTWARE ARCHITECT (.NET) role. What will a typical week look like? Defining solutions for mission planning and analysis tools Working with wider stakeholders to define and influence requirements Gui the development approach considering modularity and reuse, best practice, toolchains and much more Collaborate in the technical solutions with the systems engineering teams Learn and grow within a supportive environment Below is a list of skills for the role however, we favour behaviours and experience over a specific toolset, programming language etc so please use this as a guide not a requirement! Leading and motivating others C# .NET Microservices Containerisation Object Orientation Requirements Engineering See what we do at https://electronics.leonardo.com/en/electronic-warfare Primary Location: GB - Luton - Cap. Green 300 Contract Type: Hybrid Working: Hybrid