Embedded Software Engineer

Core Talent Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment agency in the UK seeks an Embedded Software Engineer specializing in real-time systems. Responsibilities include designing, coding, and testing embedded software in C++ while collaborating within agile teams. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS, and a proven track record in the full software development lifecycle. This role offers a competitive rate of £50-55/hour for a 6-month contract in Bristol.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in C++ embedded software development.
• Full lifecycle experience in design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test embedded software in C++ for real-time systems.
• Translate requirements into robust architecture and design documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimise system performance and reliability.

Skills

C++ embedded software development

Debugging

Performance tuning

Source control (Git)

Collaboration in agile teams

Tools

Linux

FreeRTOS

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Overview

Embedded Software Engineer - Real-Time Systems

Rate: £50-55/hour (Outside IR35)

Length: 6 Months

Location: Bristol

What You'll Do

• Design, code, and test embedded software in C++ for real-time systems
• Translate requirements into robust, maintainable architecture and design documentation
• Debug and validate software on both simulated and target hardware
• Implement automated unit and integration tests
• Collaborate with other engineers to optimise system performance and reliability
• Contribute to continuous improvement within an agile workflow

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in C++ embedded software development
• Full lifecycle experience - design, development, testing, and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS environments
• Understanding of hardware interfaces (Serial, Ethernet, SPI, CAN, etc.)
• Skilled in debugging, performance tuning, and source control (Git)
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jira or Confluence
• Detail-oriented, well-organised, and collaborative within fast-paced teams

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