Embedded Software Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD; Bradford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Benefits package

Job summary

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD in Bradford is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join a hybrid team. You will lead development of embedded software for real-time control and IoT connectivity, using C/C++ on ARM Cortex platforms such as STM32.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years with embedded systems, RTOS knowledge, and strong debugging skills. The role offers up to £50,000 plus benefits and a hybrid work model to support energy transition projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years developing embedded software for production-ready systems.
• Strong in embedded C/C++ and ARM Cortex microcontrollers.
• Experience with RTOS and bare-metal development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of embedded systems and real-time software.
• Design and implement embedded software for IoT and control systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready solutions.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

RTOS

ARM Cortex

STM32

Git CI/CD

JTAG Debugging

I2C

SPI

UART

Ethernet

Modbus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

FreeRTOS

Job description

Location: Bradford (Hybrid Working from Home)

Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits

The Role

Our client, an innovative, award winning technology business, is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their team in Bradford. You'll lead the development of embedded systems, designing and implementing complex embedded software for systems, including real-time control and IoT connectivity.

The ideal candidate will live within commuting distance of Bradford and have at least 3 years' experience developing embedded software for production systems. You'll be strong in embedded C/C++, ideally comfortable with both RTOS and bare-metal development, and confident on ARM Cortex processors.

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related STEM subject
• 3+ years developing embedded software for production-ready systems
• Expert C/C++ for embedded systems, - RTOS (FreeRTOS ideally)
• ARM Cortex-M/A processors, ideally STM32
• Protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, Modbus, Ethernet and AT modem
• Git and CI/CD pipelines for embedded development
• Debugging with JTAG, oscilloscopes and logic analysersDesirable Skills & Experience

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Energy management, control systems, smart grid or power electronics
• Embedded Linux and kernel customisation
• Cellular and wireless IoT protocols (LTE, CAT-M1, NB-IoT)
• Cybersecurity for embedded systems

What's on offer

• Up to £50,000 plus benefits
• Hybrid working
• The chance to shape technical direction across several product lines
• Working on technology that supports the energy transition