Embedded Software Engineer

Core Talent Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop high-performance embedded software for real-time systems. Located in Bristol, the role involves collaborating in an Agile environment to implement robust solutions. Candidates should have proven skills in C++ and experience with Linux and FreeRTOS. This position offers a competitive rate of £50-55/hour for a 6-month contract.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in C++ embedded software development.
• Full lifecycle experience - design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test embedded software in C++ for real-time systems.
• Debug and validate software on both simulated and target hardware.
• Collaborate with other engineers to optimise system performance.

Skills

C++ embedded software development

Linux

FreeRTOS

Debugging

Performance tuning

Git

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Overview

Embedded Software Engineer - Real-Time Systems

Rate: 50-55/hour (Outside IR35)

Length: 6 Months

Location: Bristol

Join a team developing cutting-edge communication and control systems. You'll design and deliver the embedded software that powers advanced terminal technology - from real-time control logic to intuitive user interfaces and APIs.

You'll work in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to turn complex requirements into reliable, high-performance embedded solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and test embedded software in C++ for real-time systems
• Translate requirements into robust, maintainable architecture and design documentation
• Debug and validate software on both simulated and target hardware
• Implement automated unit and integration tests
• Collaborate with other engineers to optimise system performance and reliability
• Contribute to continuous improvement within an Agile workflow

Qualifications

• Proven experience in C++ embedded software development
• Full lifecycle experience - design, development, testing, and maintenance
• Strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS environments
• Understanding of hardware interfaces (Serial, Ethernet, SPI, CAN, etc.)
• Skilled in debugging, performance tuning, and source control (Git)
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jira or Confluence
• Detail-oriented, well-organised, and collaborative within fast-paced teams

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