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# System Software Engineer

- **Company:** Copello Global
- **Location:** London, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £65,000.0 - £85,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Embedded Software, Firmware, Linux Kernel, Reduced Instruction Set Computing, System Software, SC Clearance
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2912599791-2

## About the Role

* Linux / Linux Kernel Development
 * C/C++/Rust
 * RISC-V
 * Experience working on complex software
 * Product development
 * Embedded software and real-time solutions

Security Clearance

Eligibility for UK Security Clearance will be required for this role.

## Description

An opportunity has arisen for a System Software Engineer to join an exciting scale-up and help protect critical national infrastructure and complex technologies against the threat of post quantum decryption.

This role will entail designing and developing software components for next generation systems in the PQD space in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

You will be part of a highly capable team that has drawn its talent from technical institutions recognised around the world. This is a great chance to join an exciting company with a bright future doing meaningful, impactful work., The System Software Engineer will design and develop system software for RISC-V based systems, maintain software stacks (incl. OS, firmware, drivers), participate in the designs and architectural review processes for both hardware and software while enhancing and maintaining processes, tools and methodologies to ensure the timely delivery of high quality code.


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