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# Senior Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** Motorola Solutions, Inc.
- **Location:** Cambourne, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Software Quality, Code Review, Computer Programming, Linux, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Shell Script, Signal Processing, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Git, Information Technology, Docker
- **Published:** October 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-embedded-software-engineer/50593570

## About the Role

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in software engineering.* Proven hands-on experience with Rust in a Linux or embedded context.* Strong modern C++17 (ISO/IEC 14882:#####) programming skills in a Linux environment.* Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and drive projects to completion.* Experience coaching, mentoring, or delegating tasks to lower-level engineers.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.**Highly Desirable*** Demonstrable experience using AI tools to accelerate development while maintaining strict quality standards.* Signal processing domain knowledge.* Experience defining engineering policies, quality standards, or system architecture updates.**Desirable*** Practical experience in project management methods.* Design and implementation of kernel-level and/or driver code.* Python / Docker / Git / Linux shell scripting skills.* Experience with distributed and networked systems.## Travel
RequirementsNone## Relocation ProvidedNone## Position TypeExperienced## Referral Payment PlanYes## **Company**Motorola Solutions UK Limited***EEO Statement***Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr

## Description

Responsibilities*** Own and drive key phases of the full software development lifecycle (requirements analysis, architecture design, development, testing, and deployment).* Work independently under limited supervision to deliver complex software projects on schedule.* Coach, mentor, and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level software engineers.* Identify and implement process, tool, and system improvements to enhance overall performance and code quality across the team.* Lead testing efforts, including test automation for unit, regression, and performance frameworks.* Review code written by colleagues and AI, championing quality standards and best development practices across the team.* Communicate effectively with internal cross-functional teams and external partners/vendors when needed.## Basic Requirements**Experience and Qualifications Required*** University degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related engineering field (or equivalent practical experience).*