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# Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Cortech talent solutions
- **Location:** Dursley, UK
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** £35,000.0 - £45,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Databases, Digital Electronics, Embedded Software, Firmware, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Software Requirements Analysis, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), PIC Microcontroller, Software Coding
- **Published:** September 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2963726702-2

## About the Role

* Formal qualification such as HNC/HND/BEng.
 * At least 1-3 years of experience in embedded firmware for microcontrollers.
 * Excellent C/C++ coding skills.
 * Experience of working with microcontrollers, preferable with PIC microcontrollers but not essential.
 * Ability to derive firmware architectures & requirements from System requirements.

Desirable Skills:

 * Good understanding of analogue and digital circuit designs.
 * Ability to carry out schematic designs.
 * Knowledge of developing GUI applications is an advantage.
 * Experience in working with databases.
 * Experience with FPGAs is an advantage.

## Description

We are looking for a new colleague to join our engineering department.

The successful candidate will be welcomed on board a small engineering team to design and develop bespoke products in a project-based environment.

The core of your work will be developing embedded firmware for Xilinx FPGA's (VHDL) and PIC microcontrollers (C, C++)., * You will be responsible for developing firmware for full turn key systems which involves the integration of PIC microprocessors and Xilinx FPGA s.

 * You will need to work to strict customer deadlines and juggle multiple projects.
 * You must enjoy working in small teams where knowledge is shared, experience gained, and high-quality solutions delivered to our customers.


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