Embedded Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to tackle complex engineering challenges by developing innovative electrical power systems. The ideal candidate has a strong background in embedded software, C/C++, and a relevant engineering degree. This contract role requires active security clearance and offers a chance to work on high-profile programmes, optimising implementation and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proven background delivering embedded software/firmware in regulated industries.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and/or Python for microcontrollers.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink code generation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical authority within the engineering team.
• Design DSP and microprocessor-based control solutions.
• Work with engineers to refine requirements.

Skills

Embedded Software

C++

Python

Microcontrollers

DSPs

MATLAB

Simulink

Education

BEng/MEng or MSc/PhD in Electrical, Electronic, Systems, or Software Engineering

Tools

Jira

DOORS

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Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer - Power

Term: 6 Month Initial

IR35: INSIDE

Hourly Rate: £DOE

Key Skills: Embedded Software, Engineering, C++, Python, Microcontrollers, DSPs, MATLAB, Simulink, DOORS, Requirements Management, Aerospace, Electronics, Testing

The Role:

Are you an embedded controls specialist with a passion for tackling complex engineering challenges? We’re looking for a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to join our dynamic project team on a contract basis. You’ll be the go-to expert driving the design, implementation, and verification of cutting-edge embedded software applications across multiple high-profile programmes.

What are we looking for in our next Embedded Software Engineer?

• Take the lead as the embedded technical authority within a small but impactful engineering team, developing innovative electrical power systems (with a focus on converters and controllers).
• Design and develop DSP and microprocessor-based control solutions for power conversion and protection equipment.
• Work hand-in-hand with systems, hardware, and electronic engineers to refine requirements, define interfaces, and optimise implementation.
• Build, test, and validate prototypes to ensure robust, compliant, and future-proof solutions.
• Act as the bridge between stakeholders – collecting, challenging, and clarifying requirements to deliver clear, customer-focused results.
• Support verification, validation, and qualification testing while ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Drive re-use and standardisation across projects, maximising efficiency and value.

Qualifications/Experience:

• A BEng/MEng or MSc/PhD in Electrical, Electronic, Systems, or Software Engineering.
• A proven background delivering embedded software/firmware in one or more regulated industries (automotive, aerospace, defence, nuclear, etc.).
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and/or Python for microcontrollers.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems operation and ideally DSPs.
• Experience with MATLAB/Simulink code generation would be a plus.
• A team player mindset, quick to adapt, and eager to solve problems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Systems testing and validation experience.
• Familiarity with power systems and related applications.
• Knowledge of requirements management tools (Jama, DOORS, Polarion).
• Hands-on experience with Agile practices (sprints, scrums, Jira)

Why Join us?

This is your chance to play a pivotal role in developing next-generation power and control systems. You’ll work on technically challenging projects, collaborate with world-class engineers, and make a direct impact on industries that demand innovation, safety, and performance.

***PLEASE NOTE***

Active Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy