As a Lead Software Engineer, you will spearhead our backend and edge/IoT engineering for high‑stakes Defence projects, implementing patterns and practices that are both scalable and future‑proof. You will bridge the gap between proof‑of‑concept and robust systems, raising the engineering bar across your team and the wider business unit. Acting as both a technical authority and a mentor, you'll work alongside Machine Learning Engineers and Data Scientists to deliver production‑grade solutions that provide immediate value to our customers in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.