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# Embedded Software Engineer - Senior

- **Company:** Pure Resourcing Solutions
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, C++ (Programming Language), Device Drivers, Middleware, Embedded Software, Linux Kernel, Multithreading, Backend
- **Published:** August 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2931776552-2

## About the Role

Engineer, you will:Design and Implement: Build robust, highly reliable middleware and backend applications on Linux.Optimise Performance: Work extensively with complex, multi-threaded systems to write and optimise performance-critical code.Collaborate and Innovate: Work closely alongside talented hardware, software, and test engineers in a supportive environment to bring next-generation concepts to life.Drive Quality: Ensure the software underpinning these mission-critical systems meets the highest standards of reliability and engineering excellence.Skills & ExperienceWe are looking for an experienced software engineer who is comfortable navigating complex embedded environments, writing highly efficient code, and taking ownership of technical challenges.Core Technical Requirements:Deep expertise in embedded software development on Linux.C and C++ are essential.Proven background in building middleware and backend applications on Linux.Extensive experience working with multi-threaded
systems and optimising performance-critical code.Advantageous Experience:Rust - You will be working with Rust, but our client recognises that people with this experience are limited at the moment, and are happy to invest in training.Low-level Linux kernel and device driver development.Multimedia technologies (DisplayPort, HDMI, USB).Networking and streaming media protocols.Why Join?If you are looking for a role where engineering excellence is highly visible, deeply valued, and relied upon globally.A supportive, hybrid-working environment that values creativity, autonomy, and professional growth.An engineering culture on the forefront of innovation with decades of history shaping their industry.Excellent total compensation.



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