Lead Engineer - Software Assurance

We are Rolls-Royce SMR and we're doing something that's never been done before.
We're revolutionising an industry.
That's a once-in-a-career opportunity for those excited by such a challenge.
This is more than just a job; this is a legacy.
We are now recruiting for the exciting role of Lead Engineer - Software Assurance to be involved in an industry-leading, cutting-edge design project for a new type of power station.
A Lead Software Assurance Engineer will ensure that the development and assurance programmes for safety-critical software are executed appropriately across Rolls-Royce SMR.
This will include working alongside various departments and suppliers to establish appropriate development processes; auditing the supply chain for compliance to standards; and selecting and executing programmes of confidence-building measures in line with regulatory expectations in the UK and elsewhere.
The role involves working across the whole lifecycle of C&I systems, both classified for nuclear safety applications as well as those supporting conventional safety and environmental protection functions.
You will act as an intelligent customer, depending on the task you are working on.
You will be responsible for delivering agreed programmes of work.
You could be managing contract partners for work they will be delivering.
Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job.
But we'll let you in on a secret:
there's no such thing as a 'perfect' candidate.
If you feel you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we would love to hear from you.
Also, if you are considering a career move or a sector jump, please get in touch; we welcome applications from people with transferable skills.
Pay and Benefits
• Salary:
£57,600 - £75,600
• A performance-related bonus of up to 12.5%
• An attractive pension scheme with 12% employer and 6% employee contributions
• You will also receive a flexible benefits allowance of £2,200, enabling you to create a bespoke package to suit your needs
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the ability to buy additional days
• BUPA personal health cover
• £250 one-off cash allowance on joining to spend on your home-office set-up
Company Overview
Rolls-Royce SMR is a rare employer because it blends the world-class brand of Rolls Royce with an exciting start-up that has a hugely challenging mission.
We're doing work that contributes to the survival of the planet.
Because of our mission, there's a pace and energy that is palpable, and our leaders draw you in with their passion, energy, and determination.
We're one of a handful of employers who can genuinely say we're a strengths-based organisation - our people are here because of what makes them great, and our job is to help them make the best contribution of their careers doing work they love.
Each Rolls-Royce SMR power station will have the capacity to generate 470MW of low carbon energy, equivalent to more than 150 onshore wind turbines and enough to power a million homes.
It will provide consistent baseload generation for at least 60 years, helping to support the rollout of renewable generation and overcome intermittency issues.
Our Culture
At Rolls-Royce SMR, we are committed to ensuring that our teams reflect the communities we serve and that everyone can be themselves at work.
We know that diverse teams are more innovative and get better results, and that our people can thrive and be more successful in truly inclusive cultures.
Join us and help shape our culture.
Find out more about our inclusion pledge.
Rolls-Royce SMR is a place where everyone can grow, so whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day and help shape our culture.
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