Software Team Leader

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Software Team Leader on an initial 6 month contract.

C++ & C experience

Rhapsody/UML

JIRA

Team Leader focussed & strong communication skills (Conversing & working with Software Project Lead, Senior management & Engineers within other departments)

Ensuring that deliverables are met on time for the customer (full software life cycle experience is key)

Rate: £70.00 per hour

Location: Bristol

Hybrid / Remote working: Full time on site (occasional work from home day)

Contract: 37 Hours per week

Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at time and a quarter

Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)

Job Description:

Join our dynamic team as a hands-on Software Engineering Team Lead, where you'll spearhead a medium-sized team to deliver our Missile Control Software. In this fast-paced role, you'll drive the entire development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, embracing a collaborative and adaptive mindset to thrive in our iterative environment.

The Software Team Leader will be responsible for leading a team of software engineers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Working closely with the Software Project Leader, they will orchestrate team activities to ensure successful delivery against programme objectives and schedules.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance to a team of software developers, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Project Planning and Coordination: Collaborate with the Software Project Leader and stakeholders to define project requirements, timelines, and deliverables. Ensure effective coordination among team members, ensuring tasks are assigned, and deadlines are met.

Identify and communicate the technical risks and debt for the activity to the Software Project Leader.

Collaboration and Communication: Facilitate effective communication among team members, stakeholders, and other cross-functional teams. Foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the t...