Embedded Software Engineer

Chevalier Tech Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly experienced Software Engineer to lead their software engineering team. This pivotal role involves designing and developing embedded software solutions for cutting-edge automotive products. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, ensure product reliability, and maintain compliance with industry standards. Join a dynamic environment that fosters career growth and offers the chance to work on advanced technology systems. If you are passionate about automotive technology and leadership, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Benefits

Private Pension Scheme

Career Progression Opportunities

Casual Dress

Company Events

Worldwide Travel Opportunities

Lump Sum Bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in embedded systems development.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Extensive expertise in C programming for critical applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of embedded software for automotive applications.
• Oversee new product development ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with engineers to integrate and test embedded systems.

Skills

C Programming

Embedded Systems Development

Leadership

Software Debugging

Communication Protocols (SPI, UART, I2C)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

NXP Microcontrollers

Onsemi Microcontrollers

nRF Microcontrollers

ARM Microcontrollers

TI Microcontrollers

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Base pay range

Company: Chevalier Tech Limited

Location: Colindale, Greater London (On-site)

Salary: more than competitive as a minimum and negotiable based on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Chevalier Tech Limited is a tier-one supplier specialising in advanced technology systems, primarily for the automotive industry. Our products include Safety-Critical and Access Control Systems, Power Actuators, Smart Door Handles, and Control Electronics, which are integrated into high-end passenger and super cars worldwide.

About the Role

As a highly Experienced Software Engineer, you will lead the software engineering team, play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of embedded software solutions for new and existing products.

You will report directly to the CEO and be responsible for ensuring the necessary resources are acquired and maintained to meet the set project development needs and delivery targets. You shall ensure the relevant software development processes and records are applied and secured. Ultimately, you are expected to efficiently drive the development of new products, enhance existing ones, while always ensuring our products meet the highest industry standards for reliability and advances in technology.

This is a highly important position offering the right candidate an excellent career growth coupled with a unique opportunity to fulfil own potential as a leader in innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development of embedded software for automotive applications.
• Oversee the development of new products, ensure high performance, reliability, compliance with industry standards, and suitability for volume production.
• Enhance and refine existing software solutions.
• Delegate tasks to the engineering team to ensure timely delivery, quality and efficiency.
• Reporting directly to the CEO.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the team as and when needed.
• Collaborate with hardware and mechanical engineers to integrate and test embedded systems.
• Develop and use existing methodology to enforce best practices for software development, testing and preservation.
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 26262 and cybersecurity protocols.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in embedded systems development, preferably in the automotive or similar industry.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience in art of leading and delegating
• Extensive expertise in C programming for safety and security critical applications.
• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers such as NXP, Onsemi, nRF, PIC, ARM and TI.
• Familiarity with CAN and LIN communication standards.
• Strong knowledge of SPI, UART, and I2C communication protocols.
• Experience with BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy).
• Solid understanding of software debugging, troubleshooting, and testing strategies.
• Ability to create and maintain production-level technical documentation.
• Strong accountability and ability to drive technical projects from concept to completion.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 and automotive cybersecurity.
• Knowledge of Pulsed Radio UWB (Ultra-Wide Band Pulsed Radio Frequency).
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR.
• Knowledge of Motor Drives and Controlled Systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with Private Pension Scheme.
• Career progression opportunities, including leadership and project ownership.
• The chance to work on cutting-edge automotive products.
• A friendly and dynamic work environment.
• A significant role in shaping the future of embedded systems in the automotive industry.
• Benefits: Casual dress, company events, worldwide travel opportunities.
• Lump sum bonuses and ad-hoc promotion in addition to the standard year-end salary review

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Requirements

• Must be based in the UK to apply.
• Ability to commute or to relocate.

If you are an ambitious and experienced engineer with a passion for innovation, leadership, and an inclination toward the automotive technology, we would be delighted to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Software Development

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