Embedded Software Engineer

Platform Recruitment; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-focused engineering firm in Shrewsbury is looking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer. This role involves developing and maintaining Embedded C software, contributing to firmware and hardware architecture, and testing products through certification. Candidates should possess a degree in Software or Electronics, along with strong programming skills, particularly in Embedded C. A competitive salary package ranging from £50,000 to £80,000 is offered depending on experience, with opportunities for long-term career progression.

Benefits

Challenging, technically focused role

Long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Embedded C programming (MISRA, secure coding).
• Experience using version control systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Embedded C software for industrial communication interfaces.
• Contribute to firmware and hardware architecture decisions.
• Test, validate and support products through certification and release.
• Work within Agile / V-Cycle development environments.

Skills

Embedded C programming

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Software, Electronics or similar

Tools

Version control systems

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer (Embedded C)

Shrewsbury | £50,000 - £80,000 + Benefits

I'm recruiting on behalf of a technology-focused engineering client who is looking to hire an Embedded Software Engineer to join a growing development team working on next-generation embedded and industrial systems.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys working close to hardware and contributing across the full product lifecycle.

The Role

• Develop and maintain Embedded C software for industrial communication interfaces
• Contribute to firmware and hardware architecture decisions
• Test, validate and support products through certification and release
• Work within Agile / V-Cycle development environments

Essential Experience

• Degree in Software, Electronics or similar
• Strong Embedded C programming experience (MISRA, secure coding)
• Experience using version control systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Desirable

• C# experience for test/support tools
• Knowledge of industrial or serial communication protocols
• Exposure to PLC programming or industrial automation environments

What's on Offer

• £50,000 - £80,000 salary, depending on experience
• Challenging, technically focused role
• Long-term career progression
• Based in Shrewsbury