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# Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Kings Hedges
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Board Bringup, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Embedded Software, Schematic Capture, Software Requirements Analysis, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/x/42028160/

## About the Role

Proven industry experience designing, prototyping, and testing electronic circuits and systems, including embedded software development in C/C++
Strong practical electronics skills including soldering, PCB rework/modification, wiring, and use of common laboratory test equipment
Experience across the electronic product development lifecycle from concept through to prototype and manufacture
Ability to work effectively within cross-disciplinary teams, with strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
A First or 2:1 degree in Engineering from a leading university (UK top 10 or equivalent)
Eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
Experience in project planning, leadership, or team coordination would be advantageous

## Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer to join a team developing innovative medical and technology products, taking ideas from concept through to manufacture for some of the world's leading companies.

The business has expanded its global capability while maintaining a reputation for exceptional engineering, strong project leadership, and delivery within regulated and safety-critical markets. This role sits within a rapidly growing technical team developing complex electromechanical products from concept through to manufacture.

This position is ideal for an experienced Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer looking to step into a principal-level role, lead multidisciplinary teams, and take ownership of full product architectures while contributing to business growth and client development.

Main Responsibilities of the Principal Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer (Cambridge):

Develop electronics and embedded software(C/C++) for diverse and technically complex new products
Lead the integration of electromechanical product designs through to manufacture and production transfer
Take technical ownership of product architecture from concept generation through to launch
Deliver technical progress to clients and, over time, lead multidisciplinary project teams
Contribute to requirements definition, specification development, schematic capture, PCB layout, hardware bring-up, debugging, and product validation
Support project planning, resourcing, and leadership activities
Build strong client relationships and support the conversion of new opportunities into commercial contracts


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