DSP Embedded Software Engineer

Thales; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half day every Friday

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Life cover

Progression and development opportunities

24/7 employee assistance program

Employee discount shopping schemes

Job summary

A leading technology company in Crawley is seeking a DSP Embedded Software Engineer to develop DSP algorithms for Software Defined Radios (SDRs). The ideal candidate should be proficient in MATLAB/Simulink and C/C++, with experience on FPGA devices. The role requires effective collaboration with technical leadership and compliance with governance policies. This position offers benefits including a half-day on Fridays and 28 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink, ideally for RF DSP algorithm development.
• Experience implementing complex designs focused on DSP using FPGA and processor devices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for technical documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop DSP algorithms for Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
• Design and implement efficient DSP algorithms executable in FPGA VHDL or C/C++.
• Deliver fully tested and maintainable software aligned with project objectives.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

C/C++

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

FPGA

Technical Documentation

Job description

DSP Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Crawley, United Kingdom (minimum 3 days onsite).

Overview

At Thales Secure Information and Communication Systems (SIX), we seek an experienced Software Real Time and Embedded Engineer to focus on Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for embedded software solutions. The role involves collaborating with the technical leadership to design, implement, and support high‑quality software that meets current engineering standards and delivery practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop DSP algorithms for Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
• Apply techniques in sampling and quantisation, digital filter design, multi‑rate signal processing, and spectral analysis via FFT‑based methods.
• Design and implement efficient DSP algorithms executable in FPGA VHDL or C/C++ for embedded processing environments.
• Debug and test algorithms and software to optimise performance in embedded systems.
• Deliver fully tested and maintainable software aligned with project objectives.
• Produce clear and traceable design specifications for new or modified functionality.
• Ensure compliance with governance policies, secure coding practices, and design review procedures.
• Report progress regularly to the Embedded Software Lead and Software Engineering Delivery Manager.

Qualifications

• Proficient in MATLAB/Simulink, ideally for RF DSP algorithm development.
• Proficient in developing and debugging embedded software using C/C++.
• Experience implementing complex designs focused on DSP using FPGA and processor devices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for technical documentation and communication.

Desirable

• Experience with multi‑process and multi‑threaded software development.
• Understanding of high‑speed signal processing implementation on processor devices.
• Working knowledge of microprocessors, programmable devices, DSP, FPGA, memory.
• Experience in embedded Linux environments.
• Full development lifecycle experience, including requirements capture, design, implementation, testing, integration, verification and validation.
• Experience developing test harnesses and automated tests within CI/CD environments.
• Experience with model‑based design workflows, including automatic code generation and MIL, SIL and HIL testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with Agile practices such as Scrum, JIRA, GIT/Bitbucket, and CI pipelines using Jenkins or similar.
• Experience with Open Component Portability Infrastructure (OpenCPI) is an advantage.

Security Clearance

Only UK Nationals who can achieve Security Clearance (SC) without any caveats are eligible. If clearance is not already held, the successful applicant must obtain and maintain SC clearance prior to commencing employment. Full SC generally requires residence in the UK for the last five years.

Benefits

• Half day every Friday, usually finishing around 13:00.
• Pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
• Life cover.
• Progression and development opportunities.
• 24/7 employee assistance program and access to a mental wellbeing app.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.

EEO Statement

Thales is an equal opportunities employer; diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.