Embedded Software Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering technology firm in Birmingham seeks an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their innovative team. You'll take ownership of embedded software design for real-time systems impacting environmental management. Key responsibilities include developing code for STM32 microcontrollers and collaborating closely with engineers. Enjoy competitive salary, meaningful projects, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working model

Opportunities for technical progression

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with embedded C/C++ development.
• Proven experience developing firmware for STM32 or similar 32-bit microcontrollers.
• Experience working with RTOS-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for STM32 or ARM-based microcontrollers.
• Implement and optimise applications running on RTOS platforms.
• Work with serial communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ development

Firmware development for STM32

RTOS-based systems

Debugging using oscilloscopes and JTAG tools

Serial communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)

Full development lifecycle

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer

Salary: Up to 45,000 + Flexible Hybrid Working
Location: Birmingham (3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)

KO2's client, a pioneering technology company at the forefront of smart water management and operational efficiency, is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their innovative and collaborative engineering team in Birmingham.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of embedded software design and development across a range of real‑time, microcontroller‑based systems. You'll work on products that have a genuine environmental impact – improving how critical resources are managed globally.

The Role

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in the full development lifecycle, from concept through to testing and deployment.
You'll be responsible for developing efficient, reliable, and maintainable embedded code that interacts closely with custom electronics and sensor systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for STM32 or ARM‑based microcontrollers
• Implement and optimise applications running on RTOS platforms
• Work with serial communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN
• Support board bring‑up, debugging, and hardware/software integration
• Collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and test engineers to deliver robust embedded solutions
• Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills & Experience

• Hands‑on experience with embedded C/C++ development
• Proven experience developing firmware for STM32 or similar 32‑bit microcontrollers
• Experience working with RTOS‑based systems
• Proficiency in debugging and hardware bring‑up using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and JTAG tools
• Familiarity with serial communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)
• Comfortable working through the full development lifecycle – from concept to production

Desirable:

• Experience with low‑power or sensor‑based embedded systems
• Knowledge of analogue/digital circuit design and PCB‑level debugging
• Exposure to version control and CI/CD tools (Git, Jira, etc.)

Why Join?

• Work on meaningful, environmentally impactful projects
• Be part of a growing, collaborative engineering team
• Enjoy hybrid working (typically 3 days onsite, 2 from home)
• Competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for technical progression

If you're an Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for real‑time systems, microcontrollers, and innovative embedded solutions, apply today or contact Laurence Powell at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions for more details.