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Job Title: Software Engineering Manager

Location: Guildford (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience, plus benefits

About the Role:
We are seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead and inspire a team of highly skilled software engineers developing cutting-edge space computing platforms. This hands-on leadership role involves designing and implementing advanced embedded software systems while building a high-performing team.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading Linux-based systems software teams, strong technical expertise in embedded software development, and a background in telecommunications or satellite communication hardware projects.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the development and implementation of software for embedded systems across the full stack, from low-level drivers to high-level applications.

* Manage and mentor a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software architecture, design, and performance standards.

* Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and technical decision-making.

* Ensure delivery of high-quality, robust software through best practices, including Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and TDD.

* Provide technical guidance and hands-on contributions to system design, debugging, and optimization.

* Engage with key stakeholders and leadership teams to align software development efforts with business goals.

Requirements:

* Proven experience in building, leading, and managing high-performing software engineering teams.

* Strong hands-on technical expertise in embedded software development, particularly Linux-based systems.

* Proficiency in C/C++, real-time operating systems (RTOS), and Linux user-space software stacks.

* Background in satellite communication, telecommunications, or related hardware development projects is highly desirable.

* Familiarity with tools like Yocto/Buildroot, scripting languages (Python, Bash), and version control systems (Git).

* Excellent problem-solving skills, with a focus on collaboration and delivering impactful solutions.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing space-tech company shaping the future of satellite communications. You will work on innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible in space computing, with opportunities to grow professionally and make a real impact.

To Apply:
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Yoh Solutions Ltd, a Day and Zimmerman Company, are Electronic Engineering and Development recruitment specialists, sourcing high-calibre permanent and interim engineering experts across the globe.

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