Embedded Software Engineer

Technical Futures Ltd; Turves Green; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Futures Ltd. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in the UK to develop and maintain Yocto-based Linux distributions and firmware for microcontrollers. You will work closely with customers on a range of challenging projects, requiring strong communication skills and hands-on embedded experience.

The role involves building firmware across the stack from bootloader to RTOS drivers, with emphasis on quality and field support. 3-5 years post-graduate experience is expected.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years post-graduate commercial Embedded Software development experience.
• Strong C/C++ for Microcontrollers (ideally STM32 or similar Cortex M).
• Proven hands-on experience with Yocto Project and Embedded Linux.
• Experience with FreeRTOS or another RTOS.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and reading schematics.
• Good communication skills with confidence to work closely with customers.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain Yocto based Linux distributions.
• Write and debug firmware for microcontrollers, bare metal or FreeRTOS.
• Work across the stack from bootloader and kernel drivers down to real time firmware.
• Support products in the field.
• Communicate effectively with customers.

Skills

C/C++ for microcontrollers

Yocto Project / Embedded Linux

RTOS (FreeRTOS)

Debugging tools & schematics

Customer communication

Tools

Yocto Project

Job description

An Embedded Software Engineer who is comfortable with a Yocto build environment as well as microcontroller development will join an award-winning Technical Consultancy where you'll work closely with customers on a wide range of challenging projects.

You'll bring a minimum of 3-5 years' industrial Embedded Software Development experience, a strong academic history and the ability to communicate effectively with customers.

In this Embedded Software Engineer role you'll build and maintain Yocto based Linux distributions; write and debug firmware for microcontrollers, bare metal or FreeRTOS; working across the stack from bootloader and kernel drivers down to real time firmware as well as supporting products in the field.

Key Requirements include:

• Minimum of 3-5 years post-graduate commercial Embedded Software development experience.
• Strong C/C++ for Microcontrollers (ideally STM32 or similar Cortex M)
• Proven hands-on experience with Yocto Project and Embedded Linux.
• Experience with FreeRTOS or another RTOS.
• Familiarity with debugging tools and reading schematics.
• Good communication skills with confidence to work closely with customers.

The successful Embedded Software Engineer must have full eligibility to work in the Uk without Sponsorship.

A competitive salary package will be offered, depending on your level of experience