Embedded Software Engineer - Hardware Modeling Remote

Lattice Semiconductor; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lattice Semiconductor is seeking a Software Development Engineer to advance a model-first development approach for hardware design. You will architect and develop complex C++/SystemC models, mentor others, and contribute to firmware and QEMU-based emulation for model and firmware platforms.

Full-time remote position supporting UK operations, requiring strong C/C++, SystemC, and Python skills, with experience in firmware and hardware modeling plus a collaborative, cross-functional mindset.

Qualifications

• BS/MS Electrical Engineering or Computer Science 5–10 years of experience in firmware or embedded software development
• Proficient with C/C++ in embedded or hardware-adjacent environments
• Knowledge of FPGA logic design or hardware description concepts preferred
• Solid foundation in object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
• Experience with SystemC, QEMU, or hardware modeling is a plus but not required — we will train the right candidate
• Must possess independent problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new methodologies
• Knowledge of Python is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work across multiple teams

Responsibilities

• Contribute as a member of the Architecture modelling team, developing and validating models under senior guidance
• Develop, debug, and troubleshoot models in SystemC and Firmware
• Develop, debug python code to process models
• Apply firmware development experience to support model-driven design flows
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve development methodologies and processes

Skills

C/C++ in embedded environments

SystemC

QEMU

Python

Firmware development

Object-oriented programming

Data structures

Algorithms

Education

BS/MS Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

SystemC

QEMU

Job description

Lattice Semiconductor is seeking a Software Development Engineer to advance a model-first development approach for hardware design. You will architect and develop complex C++/SystemC models, mentor others, and contribute to firmware and QEMU-based emulation for model and firmware platforms.

Full-time remote position supporting UK operations, requiring strong C/C++, SystemC, and Python skills, with experience in firmware and hardware modeling plus a collaborative, cross-functional mindset.