Embedded Software Engineer

Zenovo; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A tech company in Leicestershire is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop and test embedded software solutions. The role requires strong skills in Embedded C, with some experience in Embedded C++. You'll work closely in a team environment and need a good understanding of Linux and MISRA C standards. This position is predominantly office-based, aiming to deliver high-quality software in line with customer requirements and project goals. Familiarity with JIRA and unit testing is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Embedded C with some knowledge of Embedded C++.
• Experience in embedded systems within a Linux environment.
• Good grasp of MISRA C coding standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test embedded software based on requirements.
• Develop software in Embedded C and some in Embedded C++.
• Validate functionality through unit testing.

Skills

Embedded C

Embedded C++

Linux environment

MISRA C standards

Unit testing

Atlassian tools (JIRA)

Debugging and testing

CANBus communication

RS485 communication

Ethernet protocols

Job description

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Leicestershire

Hybrid: 90% office based

Salary: £50,000

Zenovo are recruiting for an Embedded Software Engineer to join a well established team in Leicestershire.

This role is largely office-based and will involve designing, developing, and testing embedded software solutions based on customer system requirements. You will take ownership of assigned deliverables while working collaboratively as part of a wider engineering team on larger projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software solutions based on customer-provided system requirements
• Develop embedded software primarily in Embedded C, with some Embedded C++ development
• Work within a Linux environment, utilising the OS rather than Linux development
• Ensure software is developed in line with MISRA C coding standards
• Perform unit testing to validate functionality and reliability
• Use Atlassian tools, including JIRA, for task tracking, issue management, and collaboration
• Take ownership of individual software deliverables while contributing to team-based project goals
• Collaborate closely with other software, hardware, and systems engineers
• Debug, test, and support software across the full development lifecycle
• Produce clear technical documentation to support development and testing activities

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience with Embedded C, with some exposure to Embedded C++
• Experience working on embedded systems within a Linux environment (OS usage, not kernel or driver development)
• Good understanding and practical application of MISRA C standards
• Experience with unit testing methodologies and tools
• Familiarity with Atlassian toolsets, particularly JIRA
• Ability to interpret customer system requirements and translate them into robust software designs
• Experience with embedded communication interfaces including CANBus and RS485
• Knowledge of networking protocols, particularly Ethernet