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# Senior / Principal Software Developer

- **Company:** ECM Selection Limited
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £60,000.0 - £100,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Algorithm Design, Computer Vision, Bluetooth, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Python (Programming Language), Lua (Scripting Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Object-Oriented Software Development, OpenCV, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, USB, Wi-Fi Technology, Swift (Programming Language), Git, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.ecmselection.co.uk/register/27017

## About the Role

* A relevant degree or equivalent career background
 * Strong object-oriented C++ skills applied to Linux systems
 * An appreciation for the full SDLC, collaborative processes, source control (e.g. Git)

And a cross-section of skills from some of the following areas:

 * Embedded Linux / driver development, assembly-language, parallel / vectorised / SIMD code
 * Image processing, computer vision, OpenCV, MATLAB
 * Algorithm development, machine learning
 * Networking, USB, WiFi, Bluetooth or comparable
 * System architecture, feature design, awareness of technology trends
 * Additional languages such as JavaScript, Python, Swift, Java, Lua



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