Embedded Software Engineer

Thermoteknix Systems Limited; Waterbeach; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Cutting-edge imaging technologies

Job summary

Thermoteknix Systems Limited is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join our AR and Infrared Products team. You will design and implement features, fix bugs, and diagnose issues in deployed units across AR-related products, contributing to ongoing innovation in a defence-oriented field.

The role requires a degree in CS or electronics, 5+ years of C++ experience, and familiarity with microcontrollers such as PIC32/ARM; hybrid working may be possible, and security clearance is a consideration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or equivalent preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• More than 5 years C++ experience.
• Proficient with advanced C++ features (polymorphism, templates, smart pointers, threading, STL).
• Experience with microcontrollers (PIC32 or ARM) is required to be considered.
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematic diagrams when implementing embedded software.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement features for AR and infrared product portfolio.
• Diagnose and resolve software bugs in deployed units.
• Support development of next‑generation AR and related products in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

C++

Advanced C++ features

Embedded software

Reading schematics

Microcontroller experience

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering

Tools

PIC32 microcontrollers

ARM microcontrollers

Xilinx Zynq

Microchip PolarFire FPGA

Linux kernel drivers

Job description

Company Profile

Location: Waterbeach, Cambridge, UK Reports to: Software Engineering Manager Department: Engineering Type: Full-time, Permanent Company Profile Thermoteknix Systems Ltd, founded in 1982 and based in Cambridge, is a world leader in thermal imaging, night vision, and augmented reality systems. Our award-winning technologies are trusted by defence, security, and industrial customers in over 70 countries. With in-house R&D, cutting-edge innovation, and a global reputation for quality, we design and manufacture solutions that perform in the toughest environments.

About You

Thermotekn is seeking a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer to join our expanding Augmented Reality (AR) and Infrared Products team. In this role, you will play a key part in the ongoing development of our AR product portfolio, contributing to the design and implementation of new features, resolving software bugs, and diagnosing issues in deployed units. You will also support the development of next-generation AR and closely related products in a dynamic, fast-paced environment characterised by continuous innovation and product evolution. This is a full-time position, Monday to Friday.

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or equivalent preferred (equivalent experience will be considered) .
• More than 5 years C++ experience (C experience a plus, but not an alternative) .
• Proficient with advanced features of C++ such as polymorphism, templates, smart pointers, threading and use of C++ STL.
• Previous experience with microcontrollers, especially PIC32 or ARM based, but experience with any microcontroller will be considered.
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematic diagrams when implementing embedded software (specific electronics experience is not required, but would be a plus).

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with Python or other scripting languages.
• Understanding and familiarity with embedded Linux, including shell scripts and using the terminal proficiently (experience with desktop Linux or other embedded OSes will be considered).
• Familiarity with Xilinx Zynq and/or Microchip Polarfire FPGA SoCs.
• Familiarity with other high performance embedded processors, e.g. Texas Instruments Sitara, Freescale i.MX, Raspberry Pi.
• Demonstrable experience writing kernel drivers for Linux kernel for custom peripherals.
• Familiarity with sensor processing and fusion algorithms, e.g. Kalman filters Familiarity with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi systems, e.g. BlueZ, wpa-supplicant and so on.
• Familiarity with USB and debugging common issues with USB systems.
• Ability to debug and diagnose common issues with embedded systems platforms, e.g. I2C issues, watchdog/system exceptions .

Other Notes

• Soft skills: demonstrated problem-solving ability and working in small teams, but comfortable working independently as required. Self-directed learning a plus.
• Personal projects and/or open source contributions to projects will be strongly received, if these can be demonstrated e.g. GitHub repository link, personal portfolio.
• Must be comfortable working on military projects and defence applications.
• Able to obtain security clearance if required (all candidates must pass at least BPSS).
• Occasional travel in the UK and internationally.
• Generally looking for candidates with 5+ years of experience in a software or electronics field.
• Hybrid working may be possible.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role

Why us?

What We Offer

• Involvement in cutting-edge imaging technologies.
• Collaborative working environment with strong technical expertise.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.