Stead Technology
Stead Technology is a technology consultancy specialising in the development of high assurance software and systems. We have a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions to complex problems, working with clients across a range of sectors including defence, aerospace, and telecommunications. Our team of experts has extensive experience in software engineering, embedded systems, cryptography, and systems architecture, enabling us to provide tailored solutions that meet the most demanding requirements. Contact us to discuss your project and how our expertise can help you achieve your goals.
Software Engineering
At Stead Technology, we recognize that every project is unique. We believe in selecting the optimal toolset based on your specific goals and requirements. Our expertise spans a wide range of programming languages, allowing us to develop tailored solutions for diverse challenges.
For performance-critical applications, we leverage languages like Rust and C/C++. This enables us to create highly optimized and efficient solutions that meet the most demanding performance and security assurance requirements. When rapid development and flexibility are paramount, we utilise higher-level languages like Python, leveraging extensive frameworks such as Django, Flask and PyTorch.
Our expertise extends beyond just language proficiency; we have a deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software architecture, allowing us to design and implement robust and scalable systems. We are also proficient in web development technologies, enabling us to create engaging and user-friendly web applications.
Our commitment to using the right tool for the job ensures that we deliver software solutions that are not only functional but also optimized for performance, maintainability, and scalability.
Contact us to discuss your software development needs and how our expertise can help you achieve your goals.
- Rust
- C/Modern C++
- Python
- x86_64 and ARM Assembler
- Javascript, Angular, HTML
Embedded Development & Linux
We bring deep expertise in embedded development, crafting software solutions for a diverse range of resource-constrained devices and systems. From concept to deployment, we provide comprehensive embedded engineering services tailored to your specific needs.
Our team is proficient in working with various embedded Linux distributions, including Yocto and Buildroot, enabling us to create customized and optimized solutions for your target hardware. We have extensive experience in developing bootloaders, device drivers, user-space applications, and web-based management systems that seamlessly integrate with your embedded devices.
Furthermore, we are adept at bare-metal development, crafting highly efficient code that runs directly on hardware without an operating system. This allows us to maximize performance and minimize resource utilization in situations where a full-fledged OS is not required. We also develop host applications that provide interfaces and tools for interacting with and managing your embedded systems.
- Custom Board Support Development
- Yocto and Buildroot Embedded Linux Systems
- FPGA SOCs
- uBoot and Kernel Development
- Custom Device Drivers
- Networking and Comms Drivers
- Application Development
Technology Stacks
We have extensive experience working with a variety of hardware platforms, enabling us to develop solutions for a diverse range of applications. Our expertise includes:
- FPGAs and SOCs: We leverage the power and flexibility of Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and System-on-Chips (SOCs) to create high-performance and high-assurance applications.
- Arm Microcontrollers: Standalone or integrated into FPGA fabric such as the Xilinx Zynq to support embedded Linux or bare metal applications.
- Desktop and Servers: Windows and Linux application development for GUIs and Web applications.
Built on-top of the hardware platforms we have experience using a wide range of application frameworks including:
- Networking: OpenWRT, PFSense
- Web Development: Yew, Rocket, Django, Flask
- Platform Libraries: Boost, GStreamer, Zmq
- SDR Frameworks: GNURadio
- Data Processing: Pandas, Pytorch
- Network and Debugging: Wireshark, TCPDump, GDB, Valgrind
Systems Architecture and Design
Stead Technology has worked on diverse problem sets throughout the product lifecycle. We have worked with clients developing rapid prototype system models for the purpose of derising and concept validatation. These models have been used to prove concepts of operation for final models and support the elicitation of formal requirements and designs.
Prototype models have also been used to support an agile development process, allowing the client to see the system evolve and provide feedback on the system design and operation. This has been particularly useful in the development of complex systems where the client has been able to see the system evolve and provide feedback on the system design and operation. The prototype models can also provide references modes to test the final system against.
Stead Technology has produced full system designs based on UML models using a range of tools including Enterprise Architect. These models have included detailed system designs, data models, sequence diagrams and state diagrams and included interfacing with hardware and FPGA systems.
Stead Technology has worked with clients to develop system requirements using DOORS, Agile Stories and Epics using Jira and YouTrack. Requirements, stories and epics have been used to drive the system design and development process and provide a clear traceability to system test plans and test results.
- UML and Enterprise Architect
- Requirements Capture - DOORs
- Lean Agile Development
- Prototyping and Modelling
Cryptography and Cyber
We have extensive experience working on solutions managing the highest levels of data and have a deep understanding of the processes, policies and requirements that underpin information and cryptographic management systems within these environments.
We have extensive experience design, developing and evalaating products to meet FIPS 140 and NCSC assurance standards; as such we can guide you through the process of designing and developing products that meet these stringent requirements, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your critical assets.
We have experience working with a range of security technologies including Data-At-Rest, Data-In-Transit, key management and cross-domain solutions. This extends to a detailed knowledge of IP and radio/link encryption standards and their implementation, public key cryptography including new quantum resilient algorithms such as the CRYSTALS primitives, KYBER and Dilithium.
We are proficient in using a variety of cybersecurity toolsets, including Kali Linux, nmap, Metasploit, tcpdump and aircrack.
Innovation and Bids
At Stead Technology, we don't just build solutions; we help you envision them. We work closely with our clients to generate bespoke product and research concepts, transforming innovative ideas into tangible realities. Our collaborative approach ensures that we fully understand your vision, challenges, and goals, allowing us to develop tailored solutions that meet your specific needs and push the boundaries of what's possible.
We go beyond just conceptualization; we provide comprehensive support for your product development roadmap. From initial ideation to prototyping, testing, and deployment, we offer expert guidance and technical expertise to ensure a smooth and successful product development journey. Our goal is to empower you to bring your vision to market efficiently and effectively.
We also excel at crafting winning technical content for bids and proposals. Our team has a proven track record of developing compelling narratives and technical documentation that showcase the value and innovation of our solutions. We have expertise in a wide range of areas, including secure communications and networking solutions, enabling us to create persuasive bids that resonate with evaluators and secure crucial contracts.
