Embedded Software Lead
Summary
Lead embedded C++ development for real-time sensor systems, integrating Qt/QML interfaces to process data and present it via intuitive UIs.
Engage in the development of advanced real‑time embedded software systems with ALTEN Ltd. Join our team as an Embedded Software Lead, where you’ll design and deliver high‑performance software that enables complex sensor‑driven systems to understand their surroundings and present information clearly through intuitive graphical interfaces. You’ll work across embedded, real‑time and performance‑critical environments, combining modern C++ development with Qt/QML user interfaces to deliver robust, production‑ready solutions.
Location: Portsmouth
On‑site: Hybrid
Seniority: Lead Role
Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS)
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development and maintenance of embedded and backend software using modern C++ (C++14/17/20)
- Develop and integrate real‑time software components for performance‑critical systems
- Implement algorithms for sensor data processing and fusion, combining inputs from multiple sources
- Design and integrate Qt/QML user interfaces with C++ back‑end systems
- Ensure software quality through code reviews, testing, debugging and performance optimisation
- Collaborate closely with systems, embedded and UI/UX engineers
- Contribute across the full software lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through to implementation and documentation
- Provide technical leadership and guidance within the software team