Embedded Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as an Embedded Software Engineer, where you'll design and optimize embedded software for mission-critical applications. This role offers a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility while collaborating with a dynamic engineering team. You'll work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to the development of robust, real-time solutions. With competitive salary and career development opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of embedded systems.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in C++ and Embedded C.
• Hands-on experience with microcontroller-based development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software in C++ and Embedded C.
• Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers for robust solutions.

Skills

C++

Embedded C

Microcontroller-based development

Embedded systems architecture

Low-level programming

Debugging tools

Communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)

Version control (Git)

Job description

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Client:

Accelero

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Newcastle (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days WFH)

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team working on innovative and mission-critical products. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing company at the forefront of embedded systems development.

You’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and optimizing embedded software across a variety of applications. The role offers a hybrid working model (3 days in our Newcastle office and 2 days from home), providing both flexibility and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software in C++ and Embedded C
• Work with various microcontrollers (e.g. STM32, PIC, ARM Cortex)
• Collaborate with hardware and systems engineers to deliver robust, real-time solutions
• Participate in system design, code reviews, testing, and debugging
• Write and maintain clear, well-documented code and technical documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong proficiency in C++ and Embedded C
• Hands-on experience with microcontroller-based development
• Solid understanding of embedded systems architecture and low-level programming
• Familiarity with debugging tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analysers
• Experience with RTOS or bare-metal development is a plus
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, etc.)
• Experience with version control (e.g. Git)
• Knowledge of safety-critical or highly regulated environments
• Competitive salary (£55–£65K depending on experience)
• Hybrid working (3 days onsite / 2 days WFH)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Career development and training opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment