Embedded Software Manager

Salary: £80,000 - 80,000 per year

Requirements:

• At least 5 years managing software and IT teams or complex projects, with a proven track record of delivering scalable, user-centric software solutions
• Experience coaching and developing engineering talent to foster growth and innovation within teams
• Strong capabilities in stakeholder engagement, process optimisation and leading organisational change initiatives
• A robust background in complex enterprise environments with broad exposure to diverse business functions and operational challenges
• A deep understanding of integrating business strategy with software delivery, ensuring projects align with long-term objectives
• Proficiency in vendor management, budgeting, resource planning and risk assessment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to bridge technical and business teams and drive accountability and continuous improvement

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design and development of embedded software and HMIs for vacuum equipment, driving innovation and efficiency in scientific and semiconductor applications
• Guide and manage the overall capability of our software engineering function, ensuring alignment with industry standards and company objectives
• Define engineering strategies, ensuring robust hardware/software integration to optimise performance and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project management, hardware engineering, test engineering and manufacturing to ensure seamless project execution
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, safety standards and emerging technologies
• Drive continuous improvement, leveraging new methodologies to enhance engineering efficiency and product quality
• Act as our software engineering authority, providing expertise in architecture, coding (C++, C#, Java, Python etc.) and delivery methodologies including Agile, Spiral and V-model lifecycles
• Scope and shape the function as it matures, with responsibility for building out a team of 5 to 15 direct reports

Technologies:

• C#
• Embedded
• Hardware
• Java
• Python

More:

We are seeking an experienced Software Manager to take ownership of our software engineering function within a business developing control and drive technology solutions. This is a genuine leadership opportunity with hybrid working available in Eastbourne, a salary of up to £80,000, and a 15% bonus. You will work closely with functional leads, the software team lead and the Engineering Manager, with scope to engage senior stakeholders, suppliers and customers. The role combines strategic leadership with technical authority, including resource planning, priority setting, capability frameworks and training delivery as we build and shape the function from the ground up.

last updated 39 week of 2026