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# Senior Embedded Software Engineer - eDV Cleared

- **Company:** Searchability
- **Location:** Worcestershire, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £50,000.0 - £80,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Unit Testing, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Linux, Digital Electronics, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Open Source Technology, Software Architecture, Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Systems, Software Modules, Bare Metal
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5895065802

## About the Role

* Professional experience with C, C++, Python, Java or C#.
 * Strong track record developing for embedded platforms (bare metal and OS-based).
 * Experience integrating software on open-source and commercial operating systems.
 * Understanding of complex software architectures and secure system design.
 * Experience with unit testing, CI/CD, and modern development workflows.
 * Comfortable working in Linux and Windows environments.
 * Able to work both independently and in a closely collaborative team.

## Description

We're supporting a specialist organisation delivering high-assurance technology solutions for UK national security. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development of advanced embedded systems used to protect critical assets and counter sophisticated threats.

Working as part of a close-knit engineering team, you'll help design, build and integrate innovative software solutions that underpin next-generation secure systems.

What You'll Be Doing

 * Leading the design, development and integration of embedded software components.
 * Breaking down high-level system concepts into deliverable user stories and functional software modules.
 * Applying rigorous engineering practices across the full lifecycle: analysis, design, implementation, testing and maintenance.
 * Tackling technically challenging problems, from rapid prototypes to full production systems.
 * Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to communicate technical ideas clearly and effectively.
 * Working with modern digital hardware to create novel embedded capabilities.


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