Embedded Software Engineer - UAV & Autonomous Systems

Copello; West of England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Copello is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for UAV & Autonomous Systems in Bristol. This permanent role offers £70,000-£90,000 and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technology.

You will design, develop and maintain embedded software for UAV platforms, using C++ or Rust, on Linux systems, with testing, integration and flight trials, collaborating with international teams on advanced autonomy solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with embedded software development using C++ or Rust.
• Strong Linux and software development skills.
• Experience with AI coding tools such as Claude.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate and debug embedded software for UAV platforms.
• Develop and maintain software using C++ and/or Rust.
• Contribute to software architecture, roadmaps and new platform capabilities.
• Support system integration, testing and flight trials.
• Develop automated testing and verification solutions.
• Collaborate with international engineering teams to deliver innovative technology.

Skills

Embedded C

C++

Rust

Linux

Claude

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

Claude

Job description

Copello is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer for UAV & Autonomous Systems in Bristol. This permanent role offers £70,000-£90,000 and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technology.

You will design, develop and maintain embedded software for UAV platforms, using C++ or Rust, on Linux systems, with testing, integration and flight trials, collaborating with international teams on advanced autonomy solutions.