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Software Capability Lead
Software Capability Lead – Full Time
Solihull, Derby or Hybrid
Why join Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce, we proud to be a business that has shaped the modern world. Committed to progress, we aim to power, protect and connect people everywhere.
By becoming part of our team, you’ll:
- Work on world-class solutions
- Benefit from a high-performance culture, where individuality is our greatest strength
- Collaborate with diverse minds that fuel innovation
Position Summary
An exciting opportunity exists for a Software Capability Lead to join Rolls-Royce’s Model Based Software Engineering team.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Developing and refining people, processes, and tools for software development and verification of high-integrity systems using model-based design and simulation.
- Ensuring engineers have the knowledge and skills to create and maintain software architectures and designs, while supporting verification activities.
- Delivering continuous capability improvements, ensuring compliance with stanards, regulations, and engineering lifecycle reviews.
- Supporting the development of software Product Line solutions for new Rolls-Royce Aerospace products.
- Contributing to global best practices, working with teams in Indianapolis and Friedrichshafen.
Core Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Strategy
- Guide the Engineering resource group, ensuring adherence to:
- Agreed quality processes
- Corporate methodology
- Regulatory requirements
- Engineering lifecycle reviews
- Define and maintain robust resource plans, covering:
- Delivery commitments
- Budgeting
- Future business needs (recruitment, subcontracting, partner integration)
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Team Management & Development
- Lead, develop, and manage teams to ensure:
- Clear objectives alignment
- Appropriate training & professional development
- Effective reward and performance management
- Compliance with Health, Safety, and Security (HSE) policies
- Integrate knowledge management and knowledge capture to improve operational efficiency
Operational Excellence
- Drive continuous improvement through:
- Process reviews
- Lessons-learned documentation
- Best-practice collaboration
- Automate interaction with supply chains and stakeholder infrastructure interface points
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a key focal point for internal and external communication
- Manage functional interfaces with engineering units and external partners
Position Qualifications & Requirements
Essential Experience & Skills
✔ Degree level or equivalent qualification in relevant engineering discipline ✔ Demonstrates sound engineering judgement and deep technical understanding of high-integrity systems ✔ Strong leadership & project management skills ✔ Proven ability to build high-performing teams and influence organisational culture and behaviours ✔ Familiarity with Company Quality policies & processes ✔ Extensive experience in applying process improvement techniques and driving operational efficiency
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Regional Benefits
- Generous Annual Leave
- Retirement Savings scheme
- Group Life Assurance (offers a lump-sum benefit in the event of passing)
- Income Protection (provides financial support during illness/injury periods)
- "Your Shares" Plan – Buy one share, get one free!
- Opportunity to invest in Rolls-Royce’s future vision
The Vision & Transformation
Rolls-Royce’s long-term transformation programme aims to build a high-performing, competitive, resilient and innovative company. We’re committed to continuing our legacy of excellence—can this be your future too?
Closing Date & Next Steps
Deadline: 16th July 2026 Candidates may be required to complete an online assessment, including cognitive and behavioural testing. Full instructions will follow confirmation of application.
About Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce pioneers cutting-edge technologies that deliver cleaner, safer and more competitive solutions to the world’s vital power needs.
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