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# Embedded Software Engineer II

- **Company:** Werfen Headquarters
- **Location:** Bedford, UK
- **Salary:** £90,000.0 - £120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Embedded Software, Revision Control Systems, Software Verification, Git, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers-werfen.icims.com/jobs/10975/embedded-software-engineer-ii---(c%2C-c%2B%2B)/job

## About the Role

* Experience programming embedded systems using C/C++.
 * Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded development environments.
 * Basic understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
 * Familiarity with embedded communication protocols such as SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, and PWM.
 * Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and component datasheets.
 * Experience using debugging tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, or logic analyzers.
 * Understanding of interrupt-driven software design and embedded system fundamentals.
 * Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
 * Good written and verbal communication skills., * Exposure to motion control systems, stepper motors, or sensor-based control applications.
 * Experience with RTOS platforms such as ThreadX or FreeRTOS.
 * Experience with hardware bring-up and board-level debugging.
 * Familiarity with medical devices or other regulated product development environments.
 * Understanding of software verification and validation practices.
 * Knowledge of embedded software development lifecycle and version control tools (e.g., Git).
 * Exposure to EMC/EMI considerations in embedded system design., * Associates Degree plus minimum 4 years of related experience or Bachelor's Degree plus a minimum 2 years of related experience or Master's Degree plus typically 1 year of related experience or waiver based on experience.
 * Degree should be in a technical discipline such as Chemistry, Math, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
 * Proficiency in computer code (Assembly, C, C++, Java, C#, etc.) found in product development.

## Description

* Performs software development activities including design, implementation, and integration., * Develop and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based motion control systems under the guidance of senior engineers.
 * Implement software on bare-metal and RTOS-based embedded systems.
 * Support the development of stepper motor control functions, sensor interfaces, and control algorithms.
 * Develop and maintain low-level software components, including:
 + GPIO, timer, and peripheral drivers
 + Interrupt service routines (ISRs)
 + Basic DMA implementations
 * Assist with debugging embedded software and hardware integration issues.
 * Work closely with hardware engineers to:
 + Interpret schematics and datasheets
 + Support board bring-up and hardware validation activities
 * Develop and test interfaces for embedded peripherals and communication protocols such as SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, and PWM.
 * Participate in firmware testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.
 * Use debugging tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to investigate system issues.
 * Contribute to firmware improvements for reliability, maintainability, and performance.
 * Create and maintain technical documentation, including code comments, test procedures, and design documentation.
 * Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.