Embedded C Engineer – FreeRTOS, RISC-V, Automotive

Redline Group - Specialist Recruitment for Technology & Electronics Companies; Southampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Redline Group in Fareham, UK is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join the engineering team. The role focuses on C programming and FreeRTOS within embedded systems, contributing to high-quality hardware and firmware solutions for automotive and industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on embedded C experience, FreeRTOS proficiency, and strong testing skills, with knowledge of ISO9000 standards. USB firmware experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Physics or related field with 2:1 or higher.
• Hands-on embedded C programming experience.
• Experience with FreeRTOS or another RTOS.
• Proficient with Git/source control.
• Strong unit testing skills and numeracy.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards.
• Experience with USB firmware and low-level USB protocols desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement embedded software: Develop C code for microcontrollers and embedded systems with focus on performance and reliability.
• FreeRTOS development: Implement and maintain FreeRTOS-based software ensuring real-time performance.
• Debugging and testing: Use JTAG and oscilloscopes to verify hardware/software interactions; perform unit and integration tests.
• Develop new features for RISCV-based platforms to meet market requirements.

Skills

Embedded C

FreeRTOS

Git

Unit testing

ISO9000 knowledge

USB firmware

Numeracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Physics or related field (2:1)

Tools

Git

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Redline Group in Fareham, UK is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join the engineering team. The role focuses on C programming and FreeRTOS within embedded systems, contributing to high-quality hardware and firmware solutions for automotive and industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on embedded C experience, FreeRTOS proficiency, and strong testing skills, with knowledge of ISO9000 standards. USB firmware experience is a plus.