Senior Embedded Software Engineer

February 15, 2026
£100000 - £100000
Urgent

Job Description

We are seeking mid-level to experienced Embedded Software Engineers to join a dynamic team designing and developing innovative, high-performance software systems. This is a hands on role, offering the opportunity to work on cutting edge technology and create solutions that prioritise reliability, scalability, and technical excellence.

What you’ll do

  • Develop complex embedded software systems as an individual contributor.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams to define functional and non functional requirements.
  • Create low level designs, implement software, and perform testing in line with defined architecture.
  • Support adherence to coding standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
  • Contribute to technical reviews, bids & proposals, budget and schedule discussions, and customer engagement activities.

What we’re looking for

  • 5+ years’ experience in C++, specifically embedded software development.
  • Modern C++ (2017 or newer).
  • Experience with other programming languages such as Python, C#, Rust, or C.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git/GitLab).
  • Strong object oriented design and programming skills.
  • Experience with development methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or V-model.
  • Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Sole British nationals (due to security clearance requirements).

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with sign on bonus.
  • Flexible or part time working arrangements on request.
  • Relocation support available.
  • Half day finish on Fridays.
  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with option to buy/sell.
  • Private medical insurance (optional family cover).
  • Life assurance and group income protection.
  • Flexible extras including healthcare cash plan, dental insurance, gym membership, cycle to work scheme, and electric vehicle scheme.
  • Employee assistance program for mental health and wellbeing support.

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