Job Description
Role: Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Motherwell, Scotland (Hybrid – 2 Days WFH a week)
Salary: Up to 80,000 + Benefits
Our client, a global technology leader in the medical devices sector, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their growing team in Motherwell. You’ll be developing embedded software for next-generation devices, contributing directly to innovations that improve patient care worldwide.
This is an exciting opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle – from defining requirements and architecture through to implementation, testing, and ongoing product enhancements – all within a collaborative, quality-driven environment.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Proven experience in embedded software development using C.
- Strong understanding of real-time systems, RTOS, and multi-threaded environments.
- Experience with 16/32-bit microcontrollers, communication protocols (SPI, I2C, TCP/IP), and peripheral interfaces.
- Experience producing technical documentation, specifications, and verification plans.
- Proficient with version control (Git), Jira, and unit testing frameworks (Unity, Ceedling, CMock).
- Knowledge of code quality standards such as MISRA.
The Role
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded C software for medical devices to rigorous quality and regulatory standards.
- Define and implement technical requirements, architecture, and interface design documents in line with quality systems and design controls.
- Lead and participate in software reviews, ensuring best practice and high-quality output.
- Perform risk and impact analysis, ensuring compliance with IEC 62304 and other relevant standards.
- Develop and maintain low-level drivers for microcontroller peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C, etc.).
- Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and software test teams to verify and validate design performance.
- Contribute to prototype development, debugging, and problem-solving during product evolution.
- Support continuous improvement and agile development practices within the team.
Desirable Skills and Experience :
- Familiarity with quality management systems and regulated development environments (IEC 62304 or similar).
- Background in embedded GUI frameworks and bootloader development.
- Experience with Agile or SAFe development methodologies.
Why Join?
- Work on cutting-edge medical technology that makes a genuine difference.
- Join a collaborative, expert-led engineering team with a focus on innovation.
- Enjoy hybrid working – 2 days a week from home for flexibility and balance.
- Excellent salary and benefits, plus opportunities for professional growth.
If you’re passionate about embedded systems, problem-solving, and developing life-changing technology, this could be your next big move.
Apply today with your latest CV or contact Laurence Powell at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions for more information.
