Embedded Software Engineer

KO2 Recruitment

Warwick, UK

7 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Job source

www.apply4u.co.uk

Tech stack

4G (Telecommunication) Bluetooth C++ (Programming Language) CAN Bus Software Debugging Linux on Embedded Systems Embedded Software Firmware Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) Monitoring of Systems Modbus RS-485 Standard

+7 more

Strategies of Testing Wi-Fi Technology PIC Microcontroller Real Time Systems Application Specific Integrated Circuits State Machines Git

Job description

A rapidly expanding commercial energy infrastructure company is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their growing team. You’ll own firmware architecture for battery energy storage systems delivering mission-critical power resilience to customers across oil and gas and beyond - working with cutting-edge battery topologies and real-time power management algorithms.Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded C/C++ firmware for battery management controllers, including state estimation, cell balancing, and thermal management Evolve BMS architecture to support next-gen energy storage topologies, including ring-topology configurations and distributed cell monitoring Implement and optimise real-time power control logic for fast-response systems (50-240kW+), ensuring 99%+ reliability and uptime Define and debug power electronics interfaces, CAN/Modbus communication stacks, and safety-critical monitoring systems Develop test strategies and provide field support for

Requirements

deployed systemsRequired Experience Embedded software development in C/C++ (microcontrollers, embedded Linux, or real-time systems) Battery management systems, power electronics, or energy storage Strong real-time fundamentals: interrupt handling, state machines, deterministic timing Proficiency with CAN bus, Modbus, or RS485 Understanding of power electronics: voltage/current sensing, SoC/SoH estimation, thermal modelling Git and embedded debugging/test automation tools IEC 61508/functional safety experience a strong advantageDesirable Battery chemistry knowledge (Li-ion, LFP), industrial IoT/cloud-connected systems, FPGA/ASIC design, automotive/aerospace power systems, and wireless integration (Bluetooth/WiFi/4G/5G).What They Offer

Benefits & conditions

£65,000-£75,000, flexible/hybrid working, employee share scheme, modern engineering toolkit, and genuine technical autonomy within a small, fast-growing team. Plus pension, health insurance, and comprehensive benefits.How to Apply Send your CV and a brief cover letter, including links to relevant work (GitHub, past projects, technical write-ups)Equal opportunities employer - applications welcome from all backgrounds.