Embedded Software Engineer

Vantage Consulting; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering solutions provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer. The successful candidate will design software for next-generation measurement devices, work with C/C++, and contribute to product development. This role offers a hybrid work model, with 50/50 time split between home and office in Capenhurst. Candidates should have a strong background in embedded software, low-level communication protocols, and Agile practices.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in C/C++, including C++ 11/14/17 standards.
• Proven experience in embedded software design and product development.
• Solid understanding of communication protocols and microprocessors.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software for measurement devices.
• Implement software modules for cloud communication.
• Continuously improve product quality and development processes.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded software design

Low-level communication protocols

Linux

Agile methodologies

Tools

Git

Unit testing frameworks

Job description

Overview

Embedded Software Engineer (senior and mid-level). Hybrid - 50/50 Home and Office (Capenhurst).

Join a global, independent provider of end-to-end power engineering solutions, supporting clients in managing and operating electrical networks. This is a well-established, innovation-led organisation with a strong, values-driven culture.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded software solutions for next-generation measurement devices
• Bring up firmware on newly developed in-house hardware platforms
• Implement software modules that enable embedded devices to communicate with cloud services
• Write clean, maintainable, and robust code that adheres to industry standards
• Continuously seek to improve product quality and development processes as product deployment scales

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience in C/C++, including modern standards (C++ 11/14/17)
• Proven experience in embedded software design and full lifecycle product development
• Solid understanding of low-level communication protocols (SPI, I2C, RS232) and experience with ARM Cortex microprocessors
• Experience with unit testing frameworks and Git or similar version control systems
• Comfortable working in Linux as both a development and target platform
• Adaptability and a proactive mindset, with experience working in Agile environments
• Experience with Continuous Integration tools is a plus
• Awareness of the electricity or power industry is a bonus