Embedded Software Engineer

Professional Technical Ltd; Vernhams Dean; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing engineering company in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop innovative embedded control and sensing systems. You'll lead the design and implementation of real-time software solutions and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams. The role requires strong proficiency in C programming and prior experience in embedded systems. Offering a competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000, this position allows for technical ownership of projects and professional growth in a secure sector.

Benefits

Pension

Holiday entitlement

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience developing software for embedded systems.
• Strong proficiency in C for embedded applications.
• Experience with developing Windows tools (C# preferred).
• Solid understanding of debugging tools and hardware interfacing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of embedded software.
• Develop and maintain GUI or Windows-based tools to interface with embedded systems.
• Perform hands-on debugging and hardware testing.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team to define software architecture.

Skills

C programming for embedded applications

Windows application development (C#)

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience in real-time systems

Collaboration in engineering teams

Education

Degree in Software Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Visual Studio

Job description

We're looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a high-performing product design team developing complex embedded control and sensing systems. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of full project lifecycles from requirements capture and concept development to implementation, verification and on-site integration. You'll work closely with electronics, systems and test engineers to deliver innovative, reliable software solutions for high-integrity applications. Working on site Monday - Friday in Andover offering a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience).

The role as an Embedded Software Engineer :

Lead and contribute to the design, implementation and maintenance of embedded software for real-time control and sensing applications.

Develop and maintain supporting GUI or Windows-based tools (C#, Visual Studio) to interface with embedded systems.

Perform hands‑on debugging, hardware bring‑up and component‑level testing.

Collaborate within a multi‑disciplinary team to define software architecture and integration strategies.

Drive continuous improvement in software development practices, documentation and testing.

Qualifications & Experience needed for this Embedded Software Engineer role :

Degree in Software Engineering or a related discipline.

Previous experience developing software for embedded systems.

Strong proficiency in C for embedded applications with experience of delivering robust, production‑quality code.

Experience with Windows application development (C# preferred).

Solid understanding of real‑time systems, hardware interfacing, and debugging tools.

Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative engineering team.

Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (required due to the nature of the work).

Experience implementing digital control systems or video‑processing applications.

Familiarity with Linux environments, scripting or build automation tools.

Understanding of software safety, reliability or secure coding practices in defence environments.

Benefits to you as an Embedded Software Engineer :

Salary of £50,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience).

Work on embedded projects with real‑world impact in a secure, high-technology sector.

Opportunity to take technical ownership of projects and influence design decisions.

Benefits package including pension and holiday entitlement.

Supportive environment.