Embedded Software Engineer

People Source Consulting trading as Experis; Dundee; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a talented Embedded Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to design and develop cutting-edge embedded software for aquaculture technology, contributing to impactful real-world systems. You will engage in the full software development lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software. With a focus on creativity and problem-solving, you will thrive in an environment that values initiative and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in technology for good.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Death in service at 4 x annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced parental leave policies

Birthday day off

Paid bereavement leave

Paid sick leave

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free parking on Glasgow site

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in embedded software and firmware development.
• Strong proficiency in Python for embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for aquaculture technology.
• Implement communication protocols for data transmission.

Skills

Embedded Software Development

Python Programming

Microcontrollers

Communication Protocols

Problem-Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

JTAG

Oscilloscopes

Logic Analyzers

Git

Job description

Role: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Glasgow OR Dundee they have 2x offices so you can work from either

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 approx. but can be flexible for the right person

Onsite work: you are required to be onsite 3x days per week

Role description and purpose

We are seeking a talented and passionate Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing technology team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing embedded software for our next-generation aquaculture technology.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to technology for good, working on real-world systems that have a tangible impact. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance, working closely with hardware engineers, data scientists, and aquaculture specialists.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug embedded software and firmware for a variety of aquaculture monitoring and control systems (e.g., sensor integration, automated feeding systems, water quality monitoring devices).
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code Python for embedded systems.
• Work with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Implement communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN) for data transmission and device control.
• Integrate software with various hardware components, including sensors, actuators, and communication modules.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and debug software and hardware issues in embedded systems.
• Collaborate effectively with hardware engineers, data scientists, and aquaculture experts to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our software development processes and tools.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in embedded software development and the aquaculture industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically 2+ years) in developing embedded software and firmware.
• Strong proficiency in Pythen programming for embedded systems.
• Experience working with microcontrollers and microprocessors (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, ESP32, NVIDIA Jetson).
• Knowledge of communication protocols relevant to IoT and industrial automation (e.g., MQTT, Modbus).
• Solid understanding of communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN).
• Experience with debugging tools and techniques for embedded systems (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
• Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and datasheets.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with C/C++, BASH, etc. for embedded systems or scripting.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and IoT services.
• Familiarity with data acquisition and processing techniques.
• Understanding of control systems and algorithms.
• Previous experience in the aquaculture, agricultural technology, or environmental monitoring sectors.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

General Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome technical challenges.
• A passion for learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, your default should be Openness and transparency.
• Desire to take the initiative and self-start when necessary.
• Flexibility, we pride ourselves on doing what is necessary to make the whole organisation successful.

Benefits:

• 37.5 hours working week
• 33 days annual leave
• Death in service at 4 x your annual salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Birthday day off
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid sick leave
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking on the Glasgow site

How to apply?

Please send a CV to [e-mail]