Ready to safeguard tomorrow's critical infrastructure? This Senior Solutions Software Engineer opportunity combines cutting-edge cybersecurity innovation with real-world impact.Step into the forefront of mission-critical technology where your embedded systems expertise will protect everything from power grids to healthcare devices. Join a rapidly scaling cybersecurity pioneer that's already making waves across the UK, US, NZ, and Australia with just 20 focused professionals driving global change.About the CompanyThis innovative cybersecurity company specialises in creating exceptionally resilient systems for mission-critical infrastructure. Built around their groundbreaking operating system that delivers mathematically-proven security, they're revolutionising how we protect critical national infrastructure, industrial control systems, defence networks, healthcare devices, and AI infrastructure. With offices spanning four countries and ambitious growth plans, they're seeking exceptional talent to join their elite engineering team.The Role at a GlanceAs Senior Solutions Software Engineer, you'll architect and develop secure, resilient systems that protect the world's most critical infrastructure. Working directly with clients, partners, and the core platform team, you'll build upon their revolutionary embedded operating system whilst contributing to platform improvements and ecosystem development. This role perfectly balances independent technical leadership with collaborative innovation.What You'll Be Delivering:Design, architect, and maintain mission-critical systems built on advanced embedded operating systemsLead embedded systems development and solution deployments for high-stakes client projectsExpand peripheral, board, and driver portfolio to enhance platform capabilitiesResolve complex technical challenges for client developers and engineering teamsDebug and optimise operating system performance alongside application-level codeBuild comprehensive developer ecosystem through drivers, documentation, and code samplesProvide architectural oversight and risk management for internal and customer projectsEssential Skills and Experience:Minimum 5 years' software engineering experience with demonstrable systems design expertiseProven ability to architect and implement security-focused systems and solutions Extensive C/C++ development background with embedded systems knowledgeStrong autonomous working capabilities with excellent ambiguity management skillsRapid learning ability combined with analytical thinking and complex technical problem-solvingDeep passion for secure systems design, implementation, testing, and real-world deployment Outstanding collaboration and communication skills for international, multi-disciplinary teamworkAdvantageous Technical Background:Embedded IoT development and connected systems experienceVirtualisation technologies including Docker, containers, and virtual machinesProgramming proficiency in Assembly, Elixir, Erlang, or Rust languagesNetwork protocols, routing, and connected secure systems architectureManufacturing, automotive, power grid, or defence software developmentAutomated reasoning, formal methods, or cryptographic implementation experienceWork PermissionsYou must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. This role is subject to security clearance requirements and export control regulations.Outstanding Benefits Package:Competitive salary reflecting your expertise and market valueComprehensive pension scheme and Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP)Flexible working arrangements including remote options across GloucestershireProfessional development budget for conferences and cutting-edge trainingOpportunity to work on technology that genuinely protects critical global infrastructure Collaborative startup environment with international reach and stabilityWhy Choose Cybersecurity Engineering?The cybersecurity sector represents one of the fastest-growing areas in technology, with embedded security systems becoming increasingly critical as our world becomes more connected. This field offers exceptional career progression opportunities, from technical specialist roles to leadership positions in an industry that's essential to global security. With cyber threats evolving constantly, skilled engineers who can build resilient, secure systems are in tremendous demand across all sectors.Discover this exceptional Senior Solutions Software Engineer opportunity with The Opportunity Hub UK - connecting ambitious cybersecurity professionals with career-defining roles in mission-critical technology.....Read more...
Tasks are organised into larger projects, with the successful candidate working alongside a project manager and one or more developers or engineers.
A typical day would consist of one or more of the following tasks:
Writing code or markup (PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS etc)
Testing code (own or someone else’s)
Using source control (Git)
Handling first-line and second-line support requests
Communicating directly with clients and/or other team members
Analysing problems or evaluating solutions
During the day, one can expect multiple video/phone calls with clients or other team members, as well as regular contact via business instant messaging tools (ie Slack, Teams etc).Training:Software Developer Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard: The successful candidate will undertake a 24 month, nationally recognised qualification through TDM.
This is a work-based learning programme which will require commitment to block weeks in an online training room once every quarter, working towards the qualification along with weekly off-the-job training and monthly coaching sessions.
You will be required to demonstrate through the standard that you meet all competencies and behaviours, which will lead to the achievement of the qualification. You will have a designated mentor in the workplace to support your learning, and at the end of the programme will be assessed via an external assessment body.
This is a Level 4 qualification. Knowledge modules will include:
Software Development Methodologies and Testing
Systems Analysis and Design
Algorithms, Data Structures and User Interfaces
OOP and Design Patterns
Training Outcome:
Potential for progression into full-time role or Degree Apprenticeship
Employer Description:Life Development Solutions (or just Life Dev) is an IT consulting company based in the West Midlands. We provide software development and devops consultancy to a broad range of business clients. We have over 26 years of experience in the industry and are looking to expand our team in order to better support our growing client base.We offer a full spectrum of software development and devops services. Typically we get involved when clients have problems that cannot be solved with existing resources - identifying performance issues or complex bugs in website infrastructure is a speciality.We often work with other software or design agencies as an enhancement to their existing team. Providing advice and support where required. This work can be anything from coding to managing cloud services to building complex deployment pipelines.Our regular work also includes long term development projects, such as Customer Relationship Management systems (CRM) or Web App development.Core company values include: diligence, respect, curiosity and ethical conduct. We pride ourselves on meeting and exceeding the expectations of our clients, while also being courteous and approachable to in-house development, project management or design teams. This makes LifeDev a pleasant company to work with for our clients, and a happy working environment for our employees.The technologies, services and frameworks in use by Life Dev are always evolving, and we never shy away from a potential project due to an unfamiliar language or framework alone. However some of the current mainstays are listed below: ● PHP (Laravel, Yii2, WordPress, etc) ● HTML & CSS (SASS) ● JavaScript (some React DOM, Node.js - too many frameworks to list) ● Databases (MySQL, Firebase, Redis etc) ● Containerisation (Docker, DDEV, etc) ● Website optimisation (speed, security, responsiveness, and accessibility) ● Generative AI automations (APIs, services etc) ● Debugging and testing of any system. ● Integration and Automation - using 3rd party APIs and bespoke APIs (Microsoft, Google, Facebook, LinkedIn etc). ● Data processing, complex imports, and export routines. ● Cloud platform management (AWS & Digital Ocean, some Azure) ● Scalability, redundancy, and securityPersonal projects are actively encouraged at Life Dev. While time is not provided within working hours for these projects, the company will support any personal project that is beneficial to the personal professional development of the employee - personal web projects, apis, building games etc are all good examples of this.Working Hours :Flexible working hours. Typically, Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm. Very occasionally, out-of-hours work will be required (international work or time-sensitive deployments, etc).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
