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# Junior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Ecosse Professional Services
- **Location:** Uddingston, UK
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £40,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Bluetooth, C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, Python (Programming Language), RS-232, Toolchain, USB, Wi-Fi Technology, PIC Microcontroller, Real Time Systems, Test Scripts, System-level Testing, Information Technology, Wireless Technologies, Software Version Control
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d3eb8d06bb1184e9

## About the Role

Technical Skills

 * 1+ years' experience developing embedded or real-time systems.
 * Proficiency in C (and C++) in a commercial environment.
 * Working knowledge of Python or Bash for scripting and automation.
 * Experience with 8-, 16-, and 32-bit microcontrollers (e.g., ARM, PIC, MSP, DSP).
 * Familiarity with standard communication buses and protocols (Ethernet, USB, RS232/485, I2C, SPI).
 * Experience integrating wireless technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LoRa, NFC).
 * Understanding of electronic schematics and ability to work closely with hardware teams.
 * Experience using oscilloscopes and similar tools for debugging embedded systems.
 * Comfortable working with a variety of development environments, toolchains, and version-control systems.

Professional Attributes

 * Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
 * Ability to produce clean, maintainable, well-structured code.
 * Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams.

Education

 * Honours degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

## Description

The junior software engineer will be involved with supporting the analysis, development and creation of customer-related software and testing systems for our clients., Embedded Software Development

 * Support the Design, development, and testing of embedded software for microcontroller-based systems.
 * Assist with writing and maintaining high-quality C/C++ code for real-time applications.
 * Integrate and configure communication interfaces such as Ethernet, USB, RS232/485, I2C, and SPI.
 * Through time and training, develop firmware to interface with wireless modules, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LoRa, and NFC.

Testing & Quality Assurance

 * Working closely with the senior engineer, develop and execute software testing strategies, including unit, integration, and system-level testing.
 * Support the development and maintenance of automated test systems for client products.
 * Assist with Diagnostics, debugging, and resolving of software defects using tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers.
 * Participate in code reviews and follow established coding standards and quality processes.

Collaboration & Documentation

 * Work closely with supporting engineers to ensure seamless integration of firmware and electronics.
 * Produce clear technical documentation, including specifications, design notes, and test reports.
 * Contribute to project planning and provide technical input to ensure successful delivery of customer solutions.


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