Head of Discipline - Software Engineering

Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters.

Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.

As Head of Software Engineering, you'll lead SEA's Software Engineering discipline, ensuring competent people, robust software methods, disciplined technical execution and effective lifecycle control across all products and projects.

The Head of Software Engineering will be based at either our Bristol, Beckington or Barnstaple sites with regular travel to all 3. This role allows for flexible working.

The salary for this role is up to £90k, depending on experience.

What youll be doing You'll own and maintain software engineering standards, lifecycle methods, coding practices, toolchains and assurance expectations across SEA products and projects
You'll ensure software delivery supports safety, security, qualification, accreditation, configuration control and customer acceptance requirements
You'll provide competent software resources, technical planning input, independent challenge and subject matter leadership to Engineering Leads and Project Managers
You'll define and assure lifecycle gate and technical review artefacts, including baselines, build records, verification evidence, defect status and release readiness
You'll maintain compliance with applicable standards and drive continuous improvement through technical reviews, audits and governance activities
About our company
At SEA, e provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets.

What we offer
At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so were always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. xwwtmva Have a look at the benefits we offer:

Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements
25 days annual leave, plus buy and sell
Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual
Half day Fridays
Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave
Family & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program
Health Cash Plan
All Staff Bonus
Group Pension Plan of up to 8% employer contribution
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing Centre
Sports & Social activities
Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings
Life assurance policy
Publication and recruitment bonus rewards
Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning
Facilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sites
Private seated lunch areas
Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages
Onsite showers and toiletries provision
Free onsite parking
The skills you need A degree or equivalent experience in software engineering, computer science, systems engineering or a related STEM discipline, with significant software leadership experience in complex, governed environments
Strong practical understanding of software lifecycle models, configuration control, build management, CI/CD, automated testing, release management and assurance expectations
Credible software engineering leader with strong technical judgement, professional authority and the confidence to challenge weak estimates, poor discipline or uncontrolled change
Pragmatic and fair decision-maker who balances delivery pressure, functional priorities, project needs, governance, assurance and auditability
Strong people leader and coach, able to develop engineers, support performance and translate software risks into clear technical, project and business consequences
Join us and be part of something smaller - with 500 people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters.

If youd like to know more, please give Dave Abrams from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on Or reach out to us on