Embedded Software Engineer - Linea Research

The Focusrite Group; Letchworth; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their innovative team. This role involves developing firmware for cutting-edge audio electronics used globally in prestigious venues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in C and C++ programming, with hands-on experience in embedded systems. You'll work in a hybrid environment, contributing to exciting projects that shape the future of audio technology. With a commitment to growth and innovation, this company offers a dynamic workplace where your skills can truly shine. If you are passionate about technology and audio, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Group Pension Scheme

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Group Bonus Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Hybrid working after probation

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in embedded systems development using C and C++.
• Experience with low level drivers and debugging tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware for high-performance audio products.
• Debug and test code on embedded systems.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Embedded Systems Development

Debugging

Low Level Drivers

Real Time Operating Systems

Serial Interfaces (I2C, UART, SPI)

Basic Electronics

Tools

JTAG

Arm Cortex SWD

Python

C#.NET

SQL

Azure

Jenkins

Github

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer - Linea Research

Based: Letchworth Garden City / Hybrid

Term: Permanent, Full time

Salary: Dependant on experience + benefits

The Company

Linea Research Ltd, part of Focusrite Group PLC, designs and manufactures high performance audio electronics for the professional market. Our amplifiers and processors are used across the world at some of the most prestigious venues and events. We are a global brand and the leading manufacturer of professional amplifiers in the UK.

Our modern offices and research facilities are based in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire and we have plans to make 2025 an exciting year of growth for the company.

We have an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our software department. In this position, the successful candidate will help develop the firmware on which our products depend. This is a full time, permanent position.

We are looking for someone with:

At least 2 years experience writing and debugging code on embedded systems in C and C++.

As an Embedded Developer, we would expect you to have some experience of:

1. Getting new hardware from initial power up to running 'main()'
2. Writing low level drivers, test code and unit tests
3. Working with common serial interfaces like I2C, UART and SPI
4. Working with Real Time Operating Systems, network stacks and Flash filing systems
5. Using embedded debugging tools that work with JTAG and Arm Cortex SWD
6. Using basic electronics test equipment
7. Reading the parts of circuit diagrams relevant to embedded systems

Also of benefit would be:

1. Familiarity with Python and C#.NET
2. Familiarity with SQL, Azure, Jenkins and Github
3. Familiarity with ARM cored processors
4. Familiarity with Digital Signal Processing
5. An interest in audio equipment or the audio/music industry

Benefits:

• Hybrid way of working after probation
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• The opportunity to join our Group Pension, Income Protection, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan and Private Medical Insurance schemes
• The opportunity to participate in our Group Bonus scheme
• The opportunity to join our Electric Car Scheme