Embedded Software Engineer

Victorious Job Search Ltd; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment firm is seeking an Embedded Linux Engineer to join a firmware development team in Buckingham. The candidate must have over 5 years of experience in embedded systems and strong skills in Embedded C Programming. Responsibilities include the development of device drivers and real-time software, analyzing requirements, and creating thorough documentation. The role offers several benefits like private healthcare, free parking, and employee share options, alongside a competitive salary framework.

Benefits

Vitality Private Healthcare scheme

Free parking

Employee share options

Company profit-related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience developing for embedded systems.
• Proven experience with Linux BSPs and Linux Kernel.
• Strong Embedded C Programming skills required.

Responsibilities

• Development of BSPs, device drivers and real-time software for products.
• Analyse requirements and develop design alternatives.
• Provide task breakdowns and estimates for project planning.
• Generate complete and accurate documentation.

Skills

Embedded C Programming

C programming

Linux BSPs

Linux Kernel

Digital and analogue electronics

Problem solving

Communication skills

Build systems

Education

Degree in Electronics or relevant discipline

Tools

Yocto

Python

C++

TCP/IP

EtherCAT

CAN Bus

Job description

Qualifications

• 5 years experience developing for embedded systems
• Experience with C, Embedded Linux, Yocto, Python, TCP/IP stack, EtherCAT
• Strong Embedded C Programming skills
• A degree in Electronics or relevant discipline
• Proven experience with Linux BSPs and Linux Kernel

Overview

Our Client is looking for an Embedded Linux Engineer to strengthen its existing firmware development team. The successful candidate will be used to programming for embedded Linux applications using C.

The role involves development of new applications for both the Automotive and Motorsport markets as well as support and enhancement of existing firmware. Alongside writing code you will be required to analyse requirements, generate complete and accurate design documentation as well as task breakdowns and accurate estimates for project planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of BSPs, device drivers and real-time software for new and existing products
• Analyse requirements and develop design alternatives
• Provide task breakdowns and accurate estimates for project planning
• Have the ability to work with others in a cross-discipline team of engineers
• Generate complete and accurate user and design documentation
• Present and attend architecture, design and code reviews
• Provide input and evaluation of new technologies and products
• Keep current with embedded software trends and share knowledge
• Assist in maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere within the team

Required Skills

• 5+ years experience developing for embedded systems
• Strong Embedded C Programming skills
• A degree in Electronics or relevant discipline
• Proven experience with Linux BSPs and Linux Kernel
• Basic understanding of digital and analogue electronics
• Experience in reading schematics, data sheets and using test and measurement equipment
• Have the ability to solve problems and be self-motivated
• Have strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Good knowledge of build systems

Desired additional skills

• Commercial Experience using Yocto
• Strong working knowledge of Python/C++
• Development with TCP/IP Stack
• Experience working with EtherCAT
• Commercial experience working with CAN Bus

Salary and Benefits

Salary Flex: NONE. Candidates looking for a basic salary of more than 55k would probably be overqualified.

Team Set Up: 7 people in the team at the moment, reporting to the Firmware Development Manager

Telephone interview with the HM

F2F interview, competency-based

Vitality Private Healthcare scheme

Free parking

Employee share options

As well a generous salary and a company profit related bonus scheme you can expect to receive the following benefits: