> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3100638-lead-firmware-engineer-music](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3100638-lead-firmware-engineer-music). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Firmware Engineer - Music - **Company:** Great Denham - **Location:** Bedford, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, Firmware, Integrated Development Environments, Commercial Software, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Git - **Published:** September 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/lead-firmware-engineer-music/48764418 ## About the Role Job DescriptionLead Firmware Engineer | Hybrid | Bedford My client is a fast-growing player in their niche, challenging the audio industry with disruptive & innovative technologies from their advanced R&D team. They are looking for a Firmware Team Leader to head up the embedded side of their R&D team, and make their mark on the industry. Responsibilities * Lead, manage and develop the Firmware Team, ensuring high levels of performance, motivation and engagement. * Drive the ideation, specification and research of innovative software and digital products. * Manage software development projects, including liaison with OEM partners. * Ensure delivery of software and firmware from concept through to production, including testing and validation. * Contribute to hands-on software development Requirements * Several years' experience in a commercial software development environment. * Experience with Agile Scrum and sprint planning methodologies. * Proven people management experience, including line management responsibilities. * Background in music & knowledge of the music industry Desirable * Familiarity with JUCE framework or similar technologies. * Knowledge of DSP principles. * Experience with Git, Confluence and Jira. The Offer * Flexible approach to working hours and environment * Opportunity to work on innovative products. * Collaborative and dynamic working environment. Apply now to lead the next generation of audio product R&D ## Related Videos - [Playing Pong on a shoulder press machine](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100140-playing-pong-on-a-shoulder-press-machine) - [More efficient software for more efficient microchips](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1164-more-efficient-software-for-more-efficient-microchips) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Punk Leadership](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/211-punk-leadership) - [Agent Smith Gets Hardware: Autonomous IoT Hacking From Debug Port to Cloud API](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100258-agent-smith-gets-hardware-autonomous-iot-hacking-from-debug-port-to-cloud-api) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Should Tech Managers Be Developers First? Pros and Cons](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/327-should-tech-managers-be-developers-first-pros-and-cons)