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# Senior Embedded Software Engineer

- **Company:** KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
- **Location:** Milton Keynes, UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £70,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), 4G (Telecommunication), Agile Methodology, ARM Architecture, Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Linux, Device Drivers, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Python (Programming Language), Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Network Protocols, Object-Oriented Software Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, UML, Wi-Fi Technology, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, Peripherals, Git, Information Technology, U-Boot, Restful APIs, C++14, Software Version Control, Jenkins
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.hiredonline.co.uk/jobs/225774334-senior-embedded-software-engineer/ko2-embedded-recruitment-solutions-ltd

## About the Role

* Typically 5+ years of commercial embedded software development.
 * Strong, current commercial experience of modern C++ (C++11/14/17/20). This must be real production work, not something you've only dabbled in. Solid C skills are also needed.
 * Embedded Linux development, including debugging with GDB and strace.
 * Object-oriented design and UML.
 * Ability to read hardware schematics and debug on target with debuggers, monitors or simulators.
 * Networking protocols such as HTTP and MQTT, including troubleshooting.
 * Source control (Git) and experience of working in an Agile team.
 * A degree in Computer Science, Electronics or a related subject, or equivalent experience.

Desirable skills

 * ARM Cortex-M3/M4 microcontroller development, an RTOS, and peripherals such as GPIO, DMA, ADC and timers.
 * RS-485 or other serial and fieldbus protocols, and inter-processor communication.
 * TDD and unit-testing frameworks (e.g. GoogleTest, CppUTest), test automation and Jenkins.
 * Linux device driver development, BSP porting and U-Boot.
 * TLS, REST APIs, Wi-Fi, 4G modems and OTA update mechanisms.
 * Python or JavaScript scripting.
 * Experience of technical leadership or technical project management.

Who will do well here
Versatile engineers whose careers cover a range of sectors tend to succeed in this team. Examples include telecoms, digital TV and set-top boxes, professional radio (such as TETRA), consumer electronics, medical, automotive and industrial.

If your experience is in modern C++ on Linux-based connected products and you've done less bare-metal work, we'd still like to hear from you. Please note that this role needs proven commercial C++, so it isn't suitable for a C-only background.