R&D Software Systems Lead
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Job Location:
County Durham - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job title: R&D Software Systems Lead
Location: Chilton UK
World-changing careers enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a R&D Software Systems Lead youll contribute to JMs mission as a world leader in sustainable technology transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner brighter future.
The role:
As a R&D Software Systems Lead you will help drive our goals by:
- Manage and maintain R&D applications and systems (e.g. ELN SciBite SciForma) including user admin performance monitoring updates and security compliance.
- Support users by optimising workflows automating tasks managing feedback and providing training and onboarding.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise configurations manage backlogs and align development with business needs.
- Develop tools and metrics to track performance enable data visualisation and support integration with other digital systems.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
- Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience with strong learning agility.
- Knowledge of operating systems enterprise software cloud platforms and virtualisation technologies.
- Strong troubleshooting analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication stakeholder management and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to facilitate change focus on customers take initiative and plan and organise effectively.
Even if you only match some of the skills wed love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair competitive and aligned to individual roles experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable offer life medical and other benefits that support our employees financial and physical wellbeing such as:
- Retirement savings
- Share plans
- Saving accounts
- Life Assurance and Income Protection
- Medical plans / health assessments
- Fitness discounts
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
For any queries or accessibility requirements please contact We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks early application is advised.
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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex race disability age sexual orientation marriage or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity religion or belief.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
Johnson Matthey is a global leader in sustainable technologies, catalysing the transition to net zero. Our vision is for a world that’s cleaner and healthier, today and for future generations.
