Embedded Software Engineer - Aerospace

IO; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A safety-critical technology company based in Bristol is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to lead a team developing software for real-time operating systems. The role emphasizes collaboration throughout all product life cycles and focuses on safety-critical projects. Candidates should have strong programming skills in C, experience with RTOS such as FreeRTOS, and the ability to lead a team. The position offers a competitive salary with flexible hybrid hours and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid hours

Annual salary review with bonus

Pension Scheme with 8% contribution

Life assurance with 24/7 online GP appointments

25 days annual leave

High-spec office environment

Clear vision for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing software for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Strong programming skills in C and assembler.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems design and integration.
• Familiarity with ARM, MIPS, and Power processor architectures.
• Experience working at the processor level (Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, Cortex-A7).
• Knowledge of safety-critical software development and related standards.
• Proven ability to lead a team of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in developing software for safety-critical projects.
• Develop and enhance real-time operating systems (RTOS).
• Collaborate across multiple full product life cycles.
• Provide high-quality technical guidance as part of a cross-functional team.

Skills

C programming

Assembler programming

Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

Embedded systems design

Technical leadership

UK Security Clearance eligibility

Tools

FreeRTOS

Linux

Job description

Overview

Job title: Embedded Software Engineer - Aerospace
Location: Bristol
Salary: £50,000-£60,000
Job type: Permanent

iO are currently partnered with an established safety-critical business with a global presence. They are seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join on a permanent basis with the reporting office based in Bristol. The role focuses on safety-critical projects across industries and involves leading the current team in developing real-time operating systems while providing excellent service to development clients. The opportunity also offers exposure to multiple full product life cycles from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in developing software for safety-critical projects and real-time operating systems.
• Develop and enhance real-time operating systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, OPENRTOS, SAFERTOS, or Linux.
• Collaborate across multiple full product life cycles from concept to completion.
• Provide high-quality technical guidance and hands-on contribution as part of a cross-functional team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing software for Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, OPENRTOS, SAFERTOS, or Linux.
• Strong programming skills in C and assembler.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems design and integration.
• Familiarity with ARM, MIPS, and Power processor architectures.
• Experience working at the processor level (e.g., Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, Cortex-A7).
• Knowledge of safety-critical software development and related standards, e.g. IEC61508.
• Proven ability to lead a team of engineers.
• Eligible for UK Security Clearance.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid hours (38 hour week).
• Annual salary review with an annual bonus (up to 5%).
• Pension Scheme — we will contribute 8%.
• Life assurance including 24/7 online GP appointments.
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service).
• High-spec office environment.
• Clear vision for progression.