Firmware Engineer

Leonardo Hotels
Luton, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 121K

Job location

Luton, United Kingdom

Tech stack

C
Application Notes
Bash
UClibc (C Standard Library)
C++
Code Review
Software Debugging
Linux
Digital Electronics
Linux on Embedded Systems
Embedded Software
Ethernet
Firmware
Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)
Joint Test Action (IEEE Standards)
Python
Linux kernel
Matlab
NetApp Applications
Data ONTAP (Server Appliance)
PCI Express
Real-Time Operating Systems
Simulink
Software Engineering
SystemVerilog
Tcl (Programming Language)
Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
Verilog
VHDL
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Model-Driven Development
Serial Peripheral Interface
GIT
SC Clearance
Yocto
Bare Metal
Data Management
Software Version Control
Programming Languages

Job description

This role is part of our BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire., * Primarily, your role will be the design, implementation and test of real time embedded software to support both experimental activities and product development, ensuring real-time safety, security and redundancy considerations are met.

  • Support the firmware lead with Firmware roadmaps.
  • Be a key member of a skilled team in the delivery of firmware for high-paced projects.
  • The opportunity will enable the successful candidate to gain knowledge of cutting-edge autonomous systems.
  • You will be responsible for delivery, reporting and presentation of technical work and writing and submitting any necessary documentation.
  • Delivery and maintenance of the embedded systems software within the UAV specifically.
  • Support development of automated HWIL test environments., A leading engineering solutions provider is looking for a Senior / Principal firmware engineer to design and develop firmware solutions using VHDL. The role involves working closely with Systems, Hardware, and Software teams to ensure seamless integration. Ideal candidates..., Responsibilities : Artificial Intelligence, including machine learning and genetic algorithmsAuto-generated code using model-driven engineering using MATLAB and Simulink toolsDesign tools such as Xilinx, TCL, Verilog, System Verilog and UVMDerivation of detailed Firmware..., Senior Storage Engineer- NetApp-Enterprise Storage- Higher Education Senior Storage Engineer with hands-on experience of administering and supporting, NetApp storage systems and NetApp ONTAP, is needed to support our higher education client. The Senior Storage Engineer..., Job Description Are you an Electronic Design Engineer looking to step up into a more senior, responsible and autonomous position within a cutting-edge R&D team? Do you have experience with hardware and embedded firmware - and want a varied and dynamic role within a well..., Job DescriptionLeonardo UK (Luton) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to provide independent, technical Quality Engineering support to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) delivering complex avionics and defence electronic hardware. As Principal Quality Engineer for GCAP..., Job Description: Are you ready to shape the future of cutting-edge technology? Leonardo, a global leader in advanced electronics, is seeking Firmware/FPGA Engineers at various levels to join our innovative teams across the UK. Whether you're just starting your career or..., Job DescriptionLeonardo UK (Luton) is seeking a Principal Quality Engineer to provide independent, technical Quality Engineering support to Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) delivering complex avionics and defence electronic hardware.As Principal Quality Engineer for GCAP..., Job Description: Your impact We are on the lookout for talented Lead Software Engineers, if you have strong technical experience in real-time embedded systems and are eager to expand your skillset, leadership and decision-making capabilities, this role will provide the..., Job Description: Your impact Are you an experienced Hardware Engineer that would like to aid in the delivery of high-performance digital hardware that forms part of our self-protection systems and is installed on fast jet, UAV, land and naval platforms? If so, keep..., Job Description: Lead Software Engineer - Technical Authority Your Impact We are seeking experienced Lead Software Engineers to take on pivotal Technical Authority roles within our Electronic Warfare (EW) and Future Combat Air programmes based in Luton. This role... © 2026, Jobsora.com

Requirements

You will be keen to get involved in all development areas and have a good track history/proven track record in both problem solving and quality software development.

Working as part of a team in a multidisciplinary team you will have good communication skills. A can-do attitude and a genuine passion for innovative technology will be advantageous.

Development of low-level drivers for UAV for control of effectors, reading instrumentation and integration of novel sensors., * Minimum 5+ years experience of embedded Linux.

  • Sound understanding of Linux kernel configuration and tuning.
  • Experienced user of Linux OS build toolchains such as Yocto and Buildroot.
  • Programming languages: C, C++, Python, Scripting (including Bash).
  • Ability to work from application code right down to bare metal.
  • Experience with NXP iMX8, NXP S32K3 and larger MPSoC style application processors.
  • Experience of working with core communication interfaces such as UART, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN, PCIe.
  • Experienced at firmware and hardware level debugging and fault finding (e.g. use of JTAG, examining schematics).
  • Able to interpret relevant data from electronic schematics and component datasheets and application notes for the purposes code writing.
  • Experience of Electronics design, development and testing.
  • Awareness of FPGAs and VHDL is beneficial.
  • RTOS coding and debugging.
  • Awareness of assurance frameworks (DO-178C etc.) and secure by design.
  • Conducting code reviews.
  • Familiar with use of version control tools such as Git.
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About the company

Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 600 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations., You will be required to support a mixture of R&D and product development activities within a leading autonomy and unmanned systems company. Blue Bear continuously innovate within core areas such as UAV autopilots, mission systems, ground control stations, and all supporting systems and infrastructure., IntroductionSaab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 600 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining..., A leading defense and security company is seeking to hire an experienced embedded software engineer to join their team in Dunstable. This role involves designing, implementing, and testing real-time embedded software for UAV systems. The ideal candidate will have over 5...

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