Embedded Software Engineer – Flight Safety & Autonomy

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Bicester

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 80,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual holiday (pro rata)

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company Discounts and Rewards

Pension Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Gym Discounts

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Company Paid Sick Leave

Paid Jury Service

CPD support

Job summary

Flare Bright, a fast-growing software company in Oxford/Bicester, seeks a Software Engineer to contribute across the complete development lifecycle for flight safety and GPS-free navigation systems. You will design, implement and test high-performance embedded software with a focus on autonomy and safety-critical requirements.

The role requires a 2:1+ degree in software engineering, at least 3 years in real-time embedded systems, and strong C++ skills.

Qualifications

2.1 or higher degree in Software Engineering or related discipline with programming.
A minimum of 3 years' professional experience in real-time embedded software design, development and testing.
Strong grasp of C++, real-time systems, event-driven execution, OOP and verification.

Responsibilities

Design and implement complex navigation and safety-critical software in C/C++ for uncrewed systems.
Test, troubleshoot, upgrade and maintain high quality code.
Support hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop testing.
Contribute to algorithm ideas focused on autonomy with low SWaP considerations.
Analyze simulation and test data and support flight test activities.
Follow engineering processes, ensure documentation and reviews are thorough.
Produce clear design docs and test reports; collaborate with engineers and technicians.
Engage with customers to translate requirements into design specs.