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# Software Design Engineer

- **Company:** Tech Connect Group
- **Location:** Warwick, UK
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £75,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Communications Protocols, Cyber Security, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, MATLAB, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Software Verification
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2936277948-2

## About the Role

* Experience developing embedded software in a production environment
 * Strong model-based software development skills
 * Experience working with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN
 * Experience of software testing, debugging and calibration
 * A degree in Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline
 * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
 * The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a team

If you're passionate about developing innovative software solutions and want to play a key role in the future of vehicle technology, we'd love to hear from you!

## Description

We're looking for a Software Design Engineer to join our client's Software Team, helping to develop the embedded software that powers their next generation of vehicles.

Working as part of a collaborative engineering team, you'll design, develop and test embedded software for vehicle control systems, turning requirements into robust, production-ready solutions. You'll be involved throughout the development lifecycle, from software design and verification through to vehicle testing and commissioning.

What you'll be doing

 * Developing embedded software for electric vehicle applications
 * Creating software using MATLAB/Simulink
 * Designing and implementing new software features and functionality
 * Supporting software verification, validation and testing activities
 * Developing test solutions to ensure requirements are met
 * Assisting with functional safety and cyber security activities
 * Supporting vehicle commissioning, testing and fault finding when required
 * Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver projects on time


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