Embedded Software Engineer

Verso Recruitment Group; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm seeks an Embedded Software Engineer for a hands-on role in Cambridge. You will develop and maintain embedded software using C, collaborate across teams, and contribute to both new projects and enhancements of existing products. The ideal candidate enjoys practical engineering, is skilled in Embedded C and Git, and has experience with ARM architectures. This position offers a stable environment and visible impact on projects.

Benefits

Stable engineering environment

Skills development opportunities

Visible impact in projects

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Embedded C.
• Proficiency with Git for version control.
• Experience working with ARM architectures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software in C.
• Support new product development and existing design modifications.
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers.

Skills

Embedded C

Git

ARM architectures

Low level programming

Job description

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our team in Cambridge, working across a mix of new product development and updates to existing designs. If you enjoy practical engineering, solving real world problems, and working on technology that is proven, reliable, and continuously evolving, this role will suit you well.

About the Role

You will contribute to the full lifecycle of embedded software development from implementing features for new projects to enhancing, maintaining, and optimising established products already in the field. The work is varied, hands on, and ideal for someone who likes seeing their code directly impact hardware performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software in C
• Support both new product development and modifications to existing designs
• Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers
• Use Git for version control and collaborative workflows
• Develop and debug software on ARM based microcontrollers and processors

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Embedded C
• Proficiency with Git
• Experience working with ARM architectures
• Understanding of low level programming, drivers, and hardware interaction
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve existing codebases

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who enjoys practical, real world engineering
• A methodical problem solver with good attention to detail
• Comfortable working across both legacy and new code
• A collaborative team player

What’s on Offer

• A stable, supportive engineering environment
• Opportunities to broaden your skills across both new and existing product lines
• A role where your work has a direct and visible impact

For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.