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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
- **Location:** Trowbridge, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £56,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Systems Development Life Cycle, Yocto, Docker
- **Published:** July 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ko2.co.uk/job/embedded-software-engineer-177/

## About the Role

* Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development
 * Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS
 * Experience working with embedded Linux
 * Solid understanding of embedded systems development tools and methodologies
 * Automotive industry experience is highly desirable
 * Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills

 * Yocto Project experience
 * Docker / containerization experience

## Description

You'll be involved in the design, development, and delivery of embedded software for automotive applications, working across the full development lifecycle from concept through to production. You'll collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and test engineering teams to deliver robust, reliable embedded solutions., * Design and develop embedded software using C/C++ for automotive platforms

 * Work with FreeRTOS to build and maintain real-time embedded applications
 * Develop and support embedded Linux-based systems
 * Debug and optimize firmware across the full development lifecycle
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and test engineering
 * Contribute to code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement of development practices, If you're an embedded software engineer with automotive experience and are looking for your next challenge in a role that offers real flexibility, r we'd love to hear from you.
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