Embedded Software Engineer - Test

Verso Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering organisation in England is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Test to develop and maintain high-quality embedded software and automated test solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong C programming skills and experience with embedded systems. Responsibilities include collaborating with Production, providing direct support, and ensuring on-time customer delivery. The company offers a competitive pension scheme and 25 days of annual leave, with a strong focus on professional development and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Health and Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2Work scheme

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of C programming.
• Experience writing test software at the hardware or device driver level.
• Solid working knowledge of Linux.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test sequences and embedded software.
• Collaborate with Production to deploy test solutions.
• Provide production support to maintain test solutions.

Skills

C programming

Test software development

Linux

Python

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

Job description

Overview

Embedded Software Engineer Test – on-site in Towcester. Salary up to £60,000. Eligibility for SC Clearance is essential. Facility recognised as an NI Centre of Excellence.

An established engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Test to join its Test Systems Design team. This role involves developing and maintaining high-quality embedded test software and automated test solutions deployed across manufacturing and product validation environments.

The company designs ruggedised embedded computing solutions built around the latest Intel, Freescale and ARM technologies. Working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, you will be exposed to all stages of design, testing and validation with a strong culture of continuous improvement, innovation and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test sequences, embedded software, firmware and scripts to validate products from development through to manufacturing
• Collaborate closely with Production to validate and deploy test solutions in the manufacturing environment
• Provide direct production support to maintain existing test solutions and ensure on-time customer delivery
• Communicate technical progress and status to key stakeholders clearly and professionally
• Produce internal documentation in line with engineering procedures and quality standards

Desired Qualifications & Experience

• Strong understanding of C programming
• Experience writing test software at the hardware or device driver level
• Good understanding of DOS executables
• Solid working knowledge of Linux
• Awareness of NI tools such as LabVIEW and TestStand would be advantageous
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python and/or bash
• Understanding of JTAG technologies and boundary scan for PCB validation
• Understanding of Ethernet-based network communication protocols
• Awareness of computer architectures and hardware design
• Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical, solution-oriented approach
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Security Clearance

• Eligibility for SC Clearance is essential

Benefits

• Competitive pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Health and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Employee discounts

Interested?

For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact:

Lewis Phillips
Verso Recruitment

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