Contract Embedded Software Engineer

Zenovo; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a Contract Embedded Engineer to join their team in the outskirts of Basildon. In this role, you will design and maintain embedded automation solutions on ARM-based microprocessors, ensuring reliable performance. Candidates should have extensive experience in advanced C++, Linux, and multi-threaded applications. Additionally, familiarity with communication protocols and scripting languages is essential. This is a 6-month contract role with competitive rates, requiring some on-site presence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of advanced C++ programming experience.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience with microcontroller architectures.
• Good experience with Linux and scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Linux platforms on ARM-based microprocessors.
• Collaborate with teams to define specifications and deliver products.
• Support product releases and ensure reliable operation.

Skills

Advanced C++

Object-oriented programming (OOP)

Cross-compiling

GDB

JTAG

Microprocessor architectures

Multi-threaded applications

Linux

Shell script

Python

CAN

I2C

SPI

TCP IP

Tools

Git

Jira

Confluence

Jenkins

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Contract Embedded Engineer

Location: Outskirts of Basildon (two days per week required on-site)

Rate: up to £57pphr (outside of IR35)

Duration: 6 months+

Overview

As part of the embedded engineering team, you will help develop next-generation embedded automation solutions. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining Linux platforms on ARM-based microprocessors for reliable operation in harsh environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define specifications, deliver the product, and support its release.

Knowledge needed

• 7+ years of Advanced C++
• Object-oriented (OOP) concepts
• Experience with cross-compiling, GDB, JTAG.
• Microprocessor and microcontroller architectures like Cortex-A series, ARM series, and other general-purpose microcontrollers.
• Multi-threaded applications and IPC.
• Good experience with Linux
• Scripting languages like Shell script/Python.
• Experience with communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, SPI, Serial/TCP IP.

Desirable Knowledge

• Unit and system test methods
• Safety-critical software principles
• Battey/EV/consumer electronics products experience
• Familiarity with tools such as Git, Jira, Confluence, Jenkins
• Through knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Please send across a CV if you wish to apply for the role.