Embedded Software Engineer

ALTEN
Reading, United Kingdom
9 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Reading, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Automation of Tests
C++
Communications Protocols
Software Debugging
Linux on Embedded Systems
Embedded Software
Firmware
FreeRTOS
Integrated Development Environments
MISRA C (C Programming Language)
Real-Time Operating Systems
Software Engineering
Software Requirements Analysis
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
Serial Peripheral Interface
PIC Microcontroller
Information Technology
Bare Metal

Job description

Join our team as an Embedded Software Engineer and play a key role in developing cutting-edge embedded solutions for aviation and defence applications. You will work on STM32 microcontroller-based systems, designing, coding, and integrating software to support advanced antenna platforms. Your expertise in C++ and STM32 CUBE will be critical in delivering robust, high-performance embedded systems that meet the rigorous demands of the defence sector., * Develop embedded software for STM32 microcontrollers, focusing on performance, reliability, and integration.

  • Design, code, and test firmware using C++ and STM32 CUBE.
  • Integrate embedded solutions onto the platform, ensuring seamless functionality and compliance with system requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, systems, and test engineers) to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Support debugging, optimization, and validation of embedded systems.
  • Contribute to documentation, peer reviews, and continuous improvement of embedded software processes., We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software development?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * 4+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a focus on STM32 microcontrollers.

  • Proficiency in C++ and STM32 CUBE development environment
  • Hands-on experience with microcontroller integration, bare-metal programming, and platform-level testing.
  • Strong understanding of real-time embedded systems and low-level programming.
  • Ability to work in a regulated environment, adhering to defence/aerospace standards.

Soft Skills & Collaboration

  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Proactive approach to quality, compliance, and continuous learning.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or relevant technical/military background with equivalent hands-on experience.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience with RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, etc.) and embedded Linux.
  • Knowledge of communication protocols (CAN, SPI, I2C, UART).
  • Familiarity with defence or aviation standards (DO-178C, MISRA C++).
  • Exposure to automated testing and CI/CD pipelines for embedded systems.

Benefits & conditions

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cycle & Tech Scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Life insurance & Pension Scheme
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)

About the company

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow's world-today. Join us and start building tomorrow's world today!

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