Embedded Software Engineer

Oxford Product Design Ltd; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronics is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to drive firmware and hardware development. The successful candidate will lead projects, ensuring high-quality software delivery while collaborating with various teams. You will utilize your advanced skills in C/C++ and Python to produce innovative solutions and influence project success.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in embedded software design.
• Proficient in C/C++ and Python.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead embedded software design in various projects.
• Support proposals for hardware project development.
• Develop clean production-level software.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Bare metal programming

RTOS on Microcontrollers

Multithreading

Version control

Wired and wireless communication protocols

Signal processing techniques

CI/CD pipelines

Education

Degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

About the role:

To deliver electronics projects at OPD and be involved in the strategic development of OPD’s firmware and hardware development for our clients.

About you:

We’re looking for an experienced embedded software engineer who is confident in delivering technically complex projects and leading firmware and hardware development from concept to production.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support proposals development that accurately reflect the scope and requirements of hardware projects, including timelines, deliverables and budgets
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• Lead the technical direction of embedded software design in a wide range of projects
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• Collaborate with subcontractor resources, Design and Engineering team colleagues to develop innovative and effective solutions
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• Support Electronics Engineering with board bring-up and debugging
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• Lead unit development, integration and automated tests as part of software development process
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• Develop clean, maintainable and production-level software
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• Compile and review technical documentation

Role Requirements:

• Degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering
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• 5 years (+) of experience in embedded software design
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• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python
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• Strong background in bare metal programming, RTOS on Microcontrollers and multithreading
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• Proven track record of successfully software development, from architectural design to release for production
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• Version control and repository systems (Git, etc.)
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• Strong knowledge of wired and wireless communication protocols
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
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• (Beneficial) Knowledge of signal processing technics and DSPs
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• (Beneficial) Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern software development practices
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• (Beneficial) Experience in medical software development