Principal Software Engineer

I’m currently recruiting on behalf of a highly innovative technology business working at the forefront of embedded safety-critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Principal Embedded Software Engineer to lead the development of cutting-edge real-time software used in complex regulated environments., You’ll take ownership of a team developing a safety-critical Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) used across advanced engineering sectors. This is a leadership role combining hands-on technical expertise with team management and project delivery., * Leading, mentoring, and growing a team of embedded software engineers

• Overseeing full software lifecycle: design, development, testing, and deployment

• Driving best practices in embedded C development and code quality

• Managing multiple projects, ensuring delivery to high safety and quality standards

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• Strong experience in embedded software development within safety-critical environments

• Expertise in RTOS (e.g. FreeRTOS or similar)

• Proficiency in C (and ideally low-level/processor-level development)

• Proven leadership or team management experience

• Knowledge of standards such as DO-178C, ISO 26262, or IEC 61508 (highly desirable)

• Salary up to £80,000