Embedded Displays Software Engineer (Qt)

J C Bamford Excavators Ltd; Rocester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Rocester seeks an Embedded Displays Software Engineer (Qt). This role involves leading the development of advanced HMI applications for embedded display systems, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have extensive experience with Qt and embedded systems. The position offers a competitive salary, 33 days of holiday, and various employee benefits, including a gym and ULEV car scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holiday

Onsite gym

In-house doctor and dentist

ULEV car scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

JCB Rewards Hub with discounts

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience developing HMI applications using Qt (C++/QML).
• Experienced in leading and mentoring engineering teams.
• Proficient in software architecture design and object-oriented programming.
• Knowledge of Linux-based embedded platforms and graphics rendering.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy HMI applications for embedded display systems.
• Provide technical leadership to a team of software engineers.
• Collaborate with hardware, UX/UI, and systems engineering teams.
• Define software architecture and ensure adherence to coding standards.
• Conduct code reviews and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Developing HMI applications using Qt

Leading and mentoring engineering teams

Understanding embedded systems

Software architecture design

Object-oriented programming

Linux-based embedded platforms

Graphics rendering (OpenGL)

Agile development methodologies

Job description

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About the role

We’re looking for an Embedded Displays Software Engineer (Qt) to lead the development of advanced Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications for our next-generation display systems. This is a key technical role where you’ll drive innovation, mentor engineers, and deliver robust, user-friendly solutions using Qt.

What does this role involve day to day?

• Designing, developing, and deploying HMI applications for embedded display systems.
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to a team of software engineers.
• Collaborating with hardware, UX/UI, and systems engineering teams for seamless integration.
• Defining software architecture and ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Conducting code reviews, troubleshooting complex issues, and optimizing performance.
• Driving continuous improvement and innovation in display software technologies.

This will be suited to you if…

• You have hands‑on experience developing HMI applications using Qt (C++/QML).
• You’ve successfully led and mentored engineering teams.
• You understand embedded systems and real‑time application development.
• You’re proficient in software architecture design and object‑oriented programming.
• You thrive in a fast‑paced environment and have excellent problem‑solving skills.
• You have experience with Linux‑based embedded platforms.
• You are familiar with graphics rendering, OpenGL, or similar technologies.
• You have knowledge of Agile development methodologies.

What’s in it for you

This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in‑house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.

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