Lead Software Engineer - Flight Systems, Space Technology
Does the idea of working at the forefront of the space industry excite you? Bright Purple are hiring for a leading UK-based space technology scale-up, with a 10+ year history of developing software used on real spacecraft missions worldwide. Its products help organisations develop reliable, reusable flight software more quickly, using modern engineering approaches. The business is employee-owned, growing rapidly, and driven by a strong culture of technical excellence, collaboration and long-term thinking. Don't worry - you do not require prior space or satellite experience. The skills we are looking for are those of a senior embedded software engineer, industry-agnostic!
What is in it for you:
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Salary up to £65,000
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Flexible working with the occasional visits to Edinburgh office
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36 days’ annual leave
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6% employer pension contribution
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Health cash plan, life assurance and enhanced sick pay
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Employee ownership and a genuine voice in the business
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Ongoing investment in learning, development and conferences
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A supportive, inclusive culture where your work directly impacts space missions
The Role:
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This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role with responsibility for a flagship flight software product used across multiple space missions.
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You’ll guide its technical direction, influence future product development, and work closely with engineers, customers and commercial teams to ensure the software continues to meet demanding real-world needs.
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Alongside product ownership, you’ll lead and develop a team of flight software engineers, setting technical standards, supporting career growth and creating an environment where high-quality engineering thrives.
Must-Have Skills & Experience:
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Strong background in embedded software engineering, with significant professional experience
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Excellent C programming skills, including work on embedded platforms (e.g. ARM-based systems)
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Solid understanding of operating systems, multitasking and low-level hardware interaction
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Experience leading technical design and solving complex engineering problems
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Comfortable working across the full software lifecycle, from requirements to delivery
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Experience working in a Linux-based development environment with version control and CI principles
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Ability to communicate clearly, lead by example and support the growth of other engineers
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Confident communication skills
Please APPLY NOW with your most up-to-date CV for consideration.
Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.