Embedded / Firmware Software Developer - Evesham - GBP50k - GBP55k

Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Evesham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company in the UK is seeking an experienced Embedded/Firmware Software Developer to join a dynamic team in Evesham. You will play a key role in developing innovative solutions for the smart grid sector. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and strong programming skills in C/C++. This role requires working onsite 5 days a week in a collaborative environment focused on national infrastructure.

Benefits

Stable SME environment

Modern office and manufacturing facility

Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience.
• Proficient in C/C++ with a focus on embedded systems.
• Experience with microcontrollers such as Microchip PIC or STM32.

Responsibilities

• Developing software for smart grid technology applications.
• Working with microcontrollers and secure communication protocols.
• Contributing to the innovation of electricity distribution systems.

Skills

Embedded Software Development experience

Strong C/C++ skills

Expertise with Microchip PIC and/or STM32

Ability to interpret circuit schematics

Experience with Embedded Linux

Focus on secure coding practices

Job description

Overview

Embedded / Firmware Software Developer - C / C++ — 5 Days Onsite - Evesham, Worcestershire. Powering the Smart Grid Revolution. Are you a creative and driven Embedded Software Engineer ready to shape the future of energy technology? Join a dynamic product development team working at the forefront of smart grid innovation. My client’s cutting-edge monitoring and control systems are deployed in electricity substations and control rooms worldwide, helping utility providers deliver more reliable, secure, and sustainable power networks. They’re looking for a seasoned Embedded/Firmware Developer with a passion for solving real-world engineering challenges. You’ll be working hands-on with microcontrollers, embedded Linux, and secure communication protocols to build robust, scalable solutions for the Electricity Distribution Industry and its evolving needs.

What You\'ll Bring

• 5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience
• Strong C/C++ skills
• Expertise with Microchip PIC and/or STM32 microcontrollers
• Ability to interpret circuit schematics and use oscilloscopes/logic analysers
• Experience with Embedded Linux (Buildroot or similar)
• A strong focus on secure coding practices

Bonus Skills (Not Essential, But Awesome to Have)

• RS485, RS232, USB
• GSM/GPRS/3G, TCP/IP, SSL/TLS
• OTA firmware updates
• RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS), MODBUS, DNP3.0
• Automated build/test environments
• Brushless DC motor control
• MISRA/C++ standards

Why This Role?

• Be part of a tight-knit, agile team where your ideas matter
• Work on mission-critical systems that support national infrastructure
• Enjoy the stability of an established SME with a global footprint
• Collaborate in a brand-new office and manufacturing facility

Note: Due to the nature of the work, this role is 5 days onsite in Evesham. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Application

Ready to Power the Future? To find out more please contact me with an up-to-date CV.