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# Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Platform Recruitment
- **Location:** Shepherdswell, UK
- **Salary:** £40,000.0 - £55,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Software Applications, Systems Engineering, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Firmware, Software Engineering, System Programming
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2876756304-2

## About the Role

* Strong background in embedded or low-level software development
 * Experience in software testing, verification, or validation
 * Proficient in C, C++, and/or C#
 * Familiar with test planning, structured test environments, and software lifecycle processes
 * Able to work independently and collaborate across disciplines

## Description

Software/Firmware Engineer - Kent - 40K- 55K

My Client is a growing, established company operating in a regulated, quality-driven sector. They are looking for an innovative software/firmware engineer to assist in developing and improving embedded systems, with emphasis on robust testing, validation, and raising overall engineering and software quality standards.

The Role:

 * Develop and maintain embedded software and firmware across multiple product lines
 * Design and support structured testing and validation approaches for embedded and application software
 * Work closely with electronics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams
 * Contribute to design reviews, stand-ups, and wider engineering discussions


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