Embedded Software Engineer

Electus Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organisation in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. This hybrid role involves designing software for robotics and automation, integrating systems, and collaborating across engineering disciplines. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and expertise in C++ and Python. The position offers competitive bonuses and a range of benefits including private medical insurance and enhanced family leave.

Benefits

Up to 45% cash bonus

Relocation package

25 days holiday + bank holidays

16% pension

Private medical and permanent health insurance

Free lunch and onsite parking

Enhanced family leave

Paid professional memberships

Early Friday finish

Qualifications

• Expertise with C++ and Python is essential.
• Experience with Linux and real-time software development.
• Basic electronics knowledge and ability to read schematics.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing software in C/C++, Python or Java.
• Integrating code with electronics and mechanical systems.
• Supporting testing and commissioning of new products.
• Collaborating across engineering disciplines.

Skills

C/C++

Python

Linux

Robotics

Automation

Machine control

Education

Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Maths (2:1 or above)

Tools

ROS

OpenCV

PLC software

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Robotics & Automation | R&D

Hybrid, Newcastle

We’re hiring on behalf of a leading engineering organisation working at the cutting edge of defence technology. This newly created role sits within a multi-disciplinary R&D team solving complex, real-world problems through robotics, automation and intelligent systems.

If you’re a software engineer who wants to see your code power physical systems in demanding environments, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and developing software in C/C++, Python or Java
• Integrating code with electronics and mechanical systems
• Supporting testing and commissioning of new products
• Collaborating across engineering disciplines
• Reviewing and validating code from peers
• Documenting requirements and troubleshooting guides
• Occasionally travelling to customer sites (UK and overseas)

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Maths (2:1 or above)
• Expertise with C++ andPython is essential
• Experience with Linux and real-time software development
• Expertise with robotics, automation or machine control
• Basic electronics knowledge and ability to read schematics
• Familiarity with ROS, OpenCV, machine learning or PLC software is a plus
• Eligibility for UK defence security clearance - UK Citizens only

What’s On Offer

• Up to 45% cash bonus
• Relocation package
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 more)
• 16% pension
• Private medical and permanent health insurance
• Free lunch and onsite parking
• Enhanced family leave and paid professional memberships
• Early Friday finish.

This is a permanent, full-time, hybrid role

Ready to take your software skills into the real world? Apply now to explore the full brief and next steps.