Embedded Software Engineer

Professional Technical Ltd; Andover; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company near Andover is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement software for embedded micro-processor systems. The role involves a full lifecycle approach to development, including collaboration with hardware engineers. Strong C programming skills and experience in Windows application development are essential. This position offers a competitive salary of £38,000 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension and holiday entitlement

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant qualification in Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong C programming skills with proven experience.
• Experience in Windows application development, ideally using C#.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain software for embedded control applications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering team for project development.

Skills

C programming skills

Windows application development

Technical problem-solving

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Degree in Software Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Visual Studio

Job description

We are seeking a motivated Embedded Software Engineer to join a dynamic product design team based near Andover. This role involves developing software for embedded micro-processor systems and associated Windows applications. You’ll work through the full lifecycle from requirements gathering, concept and design, implementation, testing, and installation. This is an opportunity to build real-world control and sensing systems, collaborate closely with hardware engineers, and help deliver important software solutions. Working on site Monday – Friday in Andover offering a salary of £38,000.

Role of an Embedded Software Engineer

• Design, implement and maintain software for real-time embedded control and sensing applications.
• Typical device targets include Zynq 7000 SoC, TI MSP430, and Renesas RX series processors.
• Develop supporting GUI or Windows-based control and test applications in C# using Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Perform hardware debugging and component-level testing.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering team while taking ownership of your own development tasks.
• Contribute to concept, requirements analysis, iterative design, and delivery phases, ensuring software quality and reliability for high-integrity systems.

Qualifications & Experience Needed

• A degree or relevant qualification in Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous work experience in embedded systems.
• Strong C programming skills with proven experience.
• Experience in Windows application development (GUI/test tools), ideally using C# and Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Understanding of hardware-level debugging and component testing.
• Excellent technical problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a small, agile team.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (requirement due to the nature of the projects).

Benefits

• Salary of £38,000.
• Work on technically challenging embedded projects with real-world impact.
• Collaborative and supportive environment with experienced mentors.
• Opportunities to develop skills in control systems, real-time software, and hardware integration.
• Stable, long-term role in a high-technology sector.
• Benefits package including pension and holiday entitlement.
• Ongoing professional development.