Embedded Software Engineer Ii - (C, C++)

Werfen; Bedford; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company retirement plan

Job summary

Werfen is seeking an embedded software engineer to develop and maintain firmware for microcontroller-based motion control systems. You will work on bare-metal and RTOS-based platforms, implementing motor control algorithms and sensor interfaces.

Responsibilities include debugging, hardware-software integration, and producing design documentation. Strong C/C++ skills and experience with RTOS and debugging tools are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in a technical discipline and related embedded software experience.
• Proficiency in C/C++, Java, or C# with product development exposure.
• Experience with embedded debugging tools and electronics debugging processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based motion control systems.
• Implement software on bare-metal and RTOS-based systems.
• Support motor control functions, sensor interfaces, and control algorithms.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

RTOS

Debugging tools

Microcontrollers

SPI/I2C/UART/CAN/PWM

JTAG/Scopes

Schematics/read datasheets

Reading electrical diagrams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS

Associate degree + related experience

Master's degree beneficial

Tools

Git

RTOS toolchains

Job description

Overview

Position Summary

• Performs software development activities including design, implementation, and integration.
• Experience programming embedded systems using C/C++.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and embedded development environments.
• Basic understanding of Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Familiarity with embedded communication protocols such as SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, and PWM.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and component datasheets.
• Experience using debugging tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, or logic analyzers.
• Understanding of interrupt-driven software design and embedded system fundamentals.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded firmware for microcontroller-based motion control systems under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Implement software on bare-metal and RTOS-based embedded systems.
• Support the development of stepper motor control functions, sensor interfaces, and control algorithms.
• Develop and maintain low-level software components, including:GPIO, timer, and peripheral driversInterrupt service routines (ISRs)Basic DMA implementations
• Assist with debugging embedded software and hardware integration issues.
• Work closely with hardware engineers to:Interpret schematics and datasheetsSupport board bring-up and hardware validation activities
• Develop and test interfaces for embedded peripherals and communication protocols such as SPI, I²C, UART, CAN, and PWM.
• Participate in firmware testing, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis.
• Use debugging tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to investigate system issues.
• Contribute to firmware improvements for reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including code comments, test procedures, and design documentation.
• Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to motion control systems, stepper motors, or sensor-based control applications.
• Experience with RTOS platforms such as ThreadX or FreeRTOS.
• Experience with hardware bring-up and board-level debugging.
• Familiarity with medical devices or other regulated product development environments.
• Understanding of software verification and validation practices.
• Knowledge of embedded software development lifecycle and version control tools (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to EMC/EMI considerations in embedded system design.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience Required for the Position

• Associates Degree plus minimum 4 years of related experience or Bachelor's Degree plus a minimum 2 years of related experience or Master's Degree plus typically 1 year of related experience or waiver based on experience.
• Degree should be in a technical discipline such as Chemistry, Math, Physics, Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Proficiency in computer code (Assembly, C, C++, Java, C#, etc.) found in product development.

International Mobility Required

• No

Travel Requirements

• <5% of time

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $90K to $K range. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.

This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.

Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact for assistance.

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7, employees around the world comprise our Werfen