Embedded C / C++ Engineer | Cambridge | Up to £50,000 | Medical Technology

SoCode Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCode Recruitment is partnering with a Cambridge-based engineering consultancy to hire an Embedded C/C++ Engineer. You will develop software for medical devices, working across the full development lifecycle from concept to release.

Requirements include a degree in Computer Science or Electronic Engineering and 2–5 years’ commercial experience in C/C++. Familiarity with Python, Git, testing and documentation is expected; knowledge of RTOS/Linux/Qt and IEC 62304 is a bonus.

Qualifications

• A degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years’ commercial experience with C and/or C++.
• Good software engineering practices, including Git, testing and documentation.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Experience with embedded systems, RTOS, Linux, Qt or medical software standards such as IEC 62304 would be a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Developing high-quality software using C and/or C++.
• Working across the full development lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing and release.
• Collaborating with software, electronics and mechanical engineers.
• Writing robust, well-tested code and clear technical documentation.
• Helping solve complex engineering challenges and bring innovative medical devices to life.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

Git

Testing

Python

Education

BSc in CS or EE

Tools

Qt

Job description

Embedded C / C++ Engineer | Cambridge | Up to £50,000 | Medical Technology

Cambridge area

Salary up to £60,000 (Depending on Experience)

Want to build software that makes a real difference?

We’re partnering with an innovative engineering consultancy developing cutting-edge medical devices and technology that improve patient outcomes. They’re looking for a Software Engineer to join a talented multidisciplinary team, developing real-world products that make a difference to patients and clinicians.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing high-quality software using C and/or C++.
• Working across the full development lifecycle, from concept and design through to testing and release.
• Collaborating with software, electronics and mechanical engineers.
• Writing robust, well-tested code and clear technical documentation.
• Helping solve complex engineering challenges and bring innovative medical devices to life.

What you’ll bring:

• A degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years’ commercial experience with C and/or C++.
• Good software engineering practices, including Git, testing and documentation.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Experience with embedded systems, RTOS, Linux, Qt or medical software standards such as IEC 62304 would be a bonus.

Why apply?

Work on varied engineering projects, learn from a talented team and see your software make the journey from concept to products with a real-world impact.