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# Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Hybrid (C/C++, Linux)

- **Company:** Octagon Group
- **Location:** Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Real-Time Operating Systems, Yocto
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840598348-senior-embedded-software-engineer-hybrid-cc-linux

## About the Role

The role requires strong C/C++ skills and experience with ARM-based platforms, RTOS, and resource-constrained environments, plus familiarity with Yocto, Zephyr, networking, and
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## Description

Octagon Group in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement embedded software across low-level firmware, RTOS, and embedded Linux platforms. You will contribute to hardware-software co-design with hardware, FPGA, and systems engineers on high-performance control systems.


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