Embedded Software Lead - Layer2-3 Network Protocol LeadCertain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our innovative defence tech sector client for an Embedded Software Lead to join a multidisciplinary team advancing the possibilities of underwater secure acoustics communications.As the Layer 2-3 Lead you will work in a multidisciplinary team of Chief Scientist and Chief Engineer, and, working alongside the Layer 1 Lead , you will be responsible for implementing, testing and supporting acoustic protocol developments in a new family of products for use in military environments.Working with the Chief scientist, Layer 1 (Physical) Lead, and external SMEs you will help to specify, develop, implement and document, application tuned, layer 2 and layer 3 protocol solutions, aligned with hardened military off the shelf deployment hardware platforms.Key focus areas for this roleProtocol Development: new and emerging networking protocols for Layer 1-3,Shaping Standards: next-generation acoustic communication standards.Performance Optimization: Build high-performance, low-latency solutions for real-time and mission-critical applicationsChallenging Channel Solutions: Develop protocols capable of overcoming noise, interference, and unpredictable conditions in environments such as wireless, satellite, and battlefield communications.Testing and Validation: Devise and execute test plans to evaluate protocol performance, reliability, and interoperability under extreme operating ..... full job details .....