Principal Software Safety Consultant - Defence and Critical Systems Location: Hybrid (Bristol office + Remote Working) Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary Range: 70,000 - 90,000 + Benefits (see end of page) Clearance Required: Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (UK Passport holder) We are actively recruiting for an experienced Software Safety Consultant that is keen to take on a leadership role in high-impact, safety-critical projects.Maybe you are a Senior or Principal Software Safety Consultant now and looking for a role where you are the group''s leader, this would be a great match if so.We''re looking for a dynamic and technically proficient Principal Software Safety Consultant to drive innovation, lead team growth, and deliver expert consultancy across defence, aerospace, and critical systems sectors. This is a mix of Technical Software Safety Engineering and also team management and business growth.Why This Role? This is a rare opportunity within a rapidly growing, expert-led independent Safety Engineering focused consultancy. This is not the kind of place where you will feel like a small fish in a big pond, you will have responsibility and autonomy in this role. Key Responsibilities: Software Safety Leadership:Act as the technical authority on software safety across all programmes and client engagementsLead the development of software safety strategies, policies, and methodologiesProvide technical oversight for project delivery, ensuring safety assurance meets de