Senior Embedded Software Engineer

• Develop embedded software using C and C++
• Help re-architect a large, established codebase for Linux-based embedded systems
• Design and develop middleware and application-level software
• Work with ARM-based embedded platforms
• Improve software structure, performance, and maintainability
• Ensure compatibility with existing customer applications
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Contribute to technical design decisions and mentor junior engineers
• Support development of secure, reliable next-generation products

Technologies:

• ARM
• Architect
• Embedded
• Firmware
• Hardware
• Support
• Linux
• C++

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We are an established engineering business developing advanced embedded technology for complex, real-world applications. Our in-house embedded software platform has supported sophisticated systems used by customers internationally, and we are re-architecting the codebase as we transition our next-generation products to embedded Linux. You will join a small, experienced engineering team, work closely with a senior technical leader, and have meaningful influence over software architecture and future development. The role is predominantly office-based in Gloucestershire, with flexitime and limited hybrid working following an initial qualifying period. Salary is up to £70,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates. Benefits include a performance-related bonus, 5% pension contribution, flexible working hours, 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off, life assurance, and a health cash plan. Visa sponsorship and relocation assistance may be available depending on individual circumstances.

• Strong embedded Linux development experience
• Commercial experience with C and/or C++
• Experience working with large, complex software codebases
• Understanding of embedded software architecture and design
• Good knowledge of embedded systems and hardware interaction
• Experience contributing to significant software development projects
• Beneficial additional experience includes multicore ARM processors, middleware and embedded application development, real-time operating systems, software for complex hardware-based products, and embedded cybersecurity or secure firmware development
• Experience in a particular industry or a previous Software Architect title is not required; experience contributing significantly to software design and interest in greater architectural ownership are relevant