Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer - Contract

BTA; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer for a contract role in Belfast. This position involves developing and optimising software for advanced audio and Bluetooth technologies, requiring expertise in low-level programming and Linux-based systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hybrid work environment and contribute to impactful projects.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible remote options

Potential for contract extension

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software engineering using C/C++.
• Strong background in code optimisation for constrained hardware platforms.
• Experience with Linux embedded systems development and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimise embedded software using C/C++ for audio and Bluetooth systems.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issues in embedded platforms.
• Collaborate with other developers and system engineers to deliver reliable solutions.

Skills

Code optimisation

Embedded software engineering

Linux embedded systems

Bluetooth stack

Real-time audio streaming

Job description

Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer - Contract

Job Title: Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer - Contract

Location: Belfast (Hybrid)
Contract: Daily Rate (6 Months -extenison likely)

Overview:

We're looking for an experienced Embedded C/C++ Engineer to join a high-performance team working on advanced audio and Bluetooth technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in low-level development, code optimisation, and Linux-based embedded systems, along with exposure to LC3 codecs and Bluetooth stack integration.
This is a great opportunity to work on meaningful, performance-driven projects in a hybrid setup based in Belfast.

Key Responsibilities:

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  Design, develop, and optimise embedded software using C/C++ for audio and Bluetooth systems.
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  Work with Linux-based embedded environments and contribute to system-level development.
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  Improve software performance and resource efficiency through low-level optimisation.
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  Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issues in embedded platforms.
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  Collaborate with other developers and system engineers to deliver reliable solutions.
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  Contribute to audio feature development and integration (LC3, Bluetooth codecs).
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  Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
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  Participate in Agile/Scrum teams and technical discussions.

Required Skills:

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  3+ years of experience in embedded software engineering using C/C++.
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  Strong background in code optimisation for constrained hardware platforms.
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  Experience with Linux embedded systems development and debugging.
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  Familiarity with LC3 codecs, Bluetooth stack, and real-time audio streaming.
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  Understanding of system resource management and low-level programming techniques.

Nice to Have:

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  Experience working in the audio or wireless communications domain.
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  Familiarity with scripting (e.g., Python or Bash) and automation tools.
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  Prior work with Bluetooth LE and protocol stack tuning.

Contract Details:

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  Competitive daily rate
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  Hybrid working (Belfast office, flexible remote options)
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  6-12 month contract with potential for extension
  
  To apply, send your CV or get in touch with Jennifer Curran, Senior IT contract Recruiter for a confidential chat about the role.

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