Embedded Software Engineer

DTC | A Codan Company; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Job summary

DTC | A Codan Company in Whiteley, Hampshire, is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to design and implement software for embedded systems. You will work on system-on-chip platforms and collaborate with hardware and RF engineers to deliver high-performance wireless solutions.

Applicants should be comfortable near hardware, with experience in C/C++ and exposure to embedded Linux or CI/CD practices. This role offers flexible working and strong career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in embedded software and C/C++.
• Industry experience in embedded software development or relevant degree.
• Comfortable working close to hardware and using test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in C and C++ for embedded systems.
• Work on system-on-chip (SoC) based platforms.
• Support development, testing, and integration of new features.
• Work closely with hardware and RF engineers.
• Get hands-on with electronics test equipment.

Skills

Embedded C and C++

Hardware proximity

RF/SoC awareness

Education

Electronics degree

Engineering degree

Physics degree

Tools

CI/CD

Build systems

DevOps practices

Test equipment

Job description

Title: Embedded Software Engineer
Date: 25 Aug 2026
Location: United Kingdom, Whiteley, Hampshire, GB

Embedded Software Engineer

DTC | A Codan Company is a technology company based in Whiteley, Hampshire. We specialise in the research and development of wireless and critical RF communication systems.

Our engineers work on advanced wireless technologies used across defence, uncrewed systems, government, and broadcast markets.

About The Role

This role is ideal for someone with a solid foundation in embedded software who wants to develop their skills further while working on real-world, high-performance systems.

You Will

• Develop software in C and C++ for embedded systems
• Work on system-on -chip (SoC) based platforms
• Support development, testing, and integration of new features
• Work closely with hardware and RF engineers
• Get hands-on with electronics test equipment

There will also be opportunities to learn and develop skills in areas such as embedded Linux, RF systems, and advanced communications technology.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with embedded C and C++
• Industry experience in embedded software development or relevant degree in Electronics, Engineering, or Physics
• Comfortable working close to hardware and using test equipment

Desirable

• Exposure to embedded Linux
• Experience with CI/CD, build systems, or DevOps practices
• Awareness of software security principles
• Interest in RF, communications, or high-performance systems

Why Join DTC

• Work on real-world, cutting-edge engineering problems
• Gain exposure to advanced technologies including RF and SDR
• Learn from experienced engineers across multiple disciplines
• Flexible working, competitive salary, and excellent benefits
• Strong focus on training, development, and career progression

Successful applicants will need to be eligible for Security Clearance.

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