Embedded Software Engineer
Deep Sea Electronics Ltd
Cambridge, United Kingdom
3 days ago
Role details
Contract type
Permanent contract Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours) Working hours
Regular working hours Languages
English Experience level
Junior Compensation
£ 125KJob location
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Tech stack
Agile Methodologies
JIRA
Bug Tracking Systems
C++
CANopen
Static Program Analysis
Software Quality
Code Review
Communications Protocols
Continuous Integration
Embedded Software
Ethernet
Network Interface Controllers
Failure Mode Effects Analysis
Health Information Management
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
MISRA C (C Programming Language)
Modbus
Real-Time Operating Systems
OPC Unified Architecture
RS-232
Verification and Validation (Software)
Systems Integration
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
GIT
Integration Tests
Process Control Systems
Bare Metal
Software Coding
Jenkins
Job description
- Design and implement C/C++ software for embedded devices (bare-metal and RTOS) used in industrial control systems
- Develop real-time control algorithms (e.g., PID, state-based control) for sensors, actuators, and power systems
- Produce work break down structures and define work packages for execution in JIRA tasks and integration into high level plans
- Integrate with industrial control equipment and software, including PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems
- Implement and validate industrial communication protocols: Modbus (RTU/TCP), CAN/CANopen/J1939, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, OPC UA, RS-232/RS-485
- Apply functional safety practices in line with IEC 61508/IEC 62061, including SIL determination, Safety Requirements Specifications (SRS), HARA/FTA/FMEA, and verification evidence
- Contribute to software quality by the use of coding standards (e.g., MISRA C/C++) and static analysis tools, performing code reviews and developing unit/integration tests
- Create test plans and perform functional product verification and validation activities
- Author and maintain engineering documentation: architecture, design descriptions, interface control documents, test plans, and safety lifecycle artefacts
- Collaborate closely with electronics, test & approvals, cybersecurity and product management to deliver cohesive solutions
- Support system integration, commissioning and troubleshooting at parent company and customer sites (UK and international travel required)
- Contribute to continuous improvement of processes, toolchains, CI/CD and development workflows (e.g., Git, Jira, code review)
- Mentor less-experienced engineers; share knowledge through design reviews, brown-bags and documentation. Participate in sustaining activities for existing products, including defect resolution and targeted feature enhancements, Megan Francis Recruitment Apprentice at Deep Sea Electronics Ltd 1 to 3 years experience As an Internal Recruiter at Deep Sea Electronics, I help candidates navigate their career journey by connecting them with opportunities that match their skills, experience, and aspirations. I take the time to understand each individual's strengths and career goals, providing guidance and insight into the recruitment process to ensure they feel confident and informed every step of the way. I leverage my knowledge of the engineering sector to identify roles that align with both technical expertise and personal ambitions. From reviewing applications to coordinating interviews and offering constructive feedback, I strive to make the experience seamless, transparent, and positive for every candidate. My goal is not just to fill vacancies, but to support long-term career growth. I provide advice on CV presentation, interview preparation, and industry expectations, helping candidates stand out in a competitive market. By building strong relationships and maintaining open communication, I ensure that every candidate feels valued and well-prepared for their next opportunity. Ultimately, I see my role as a partner in a candidate's career journey-guiding them toward roles where they can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally within Deep Sea Electronics.
Top Tips My top advice for candidates is to be clear about your skills, experience, and career goals. Tailor your CV to highlight achievements relevant to the role, and prepare for interviews by researching the company and its culture. Communicate confidently, ask questions, and show enthusiasm for the opportunity. Be open to feedback and view each stage as a learning experience. Above all, honesty and professionalism go a long way-your attitude and approach can make just as much impact as your technical expertise.
Requirements
- Expert in C/C++ for microcontroller development
- Functional Safety: IEC 61508 (and/or IEC 62061); safety concepts (SIL, SFF, PFH), safety planning and verification
- Principles of Industrial Automation products: control theory basics (PID), sensors/actuators, transducers and signal conditioning
- Electrical principles & Familiar with stage gated / agile development approaches
- Comfortable collaborating closely with electronics engineers on embedded systems
- Working to a high-quality standards
- Excellent team player with problem-solving and trouble-shooting capabilities
- Experience defining a task breakdown for a give piece of work and provide estimates & the ability to translate requirements into a technical product specification & Experience in working in a high-pace environment
- Enthusiastic and optimistic
- Development with Real Time Operating Systems & Development of unit tested C code, using Jenkins or similar
- Source code build tools, bug tracker tools, source code repositories, etc
- BEng or above in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Benefits & conditions
- 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- New flexible holiday scheme
- Bupa Healthcare package & Life Insurance
- Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
- 5% Pension contributions & a Companywide performance-based annual bonus scheme