Embedded Software Engineer (UAVs)

Archangel Autonomy; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + UK bank holidays

Relocation support package

Private medical insurance

Cycle2work scheme

Team socials

Free Monday team lunch

Job summary

Archangel Autonomy is seeking an experienced software engineer to design and develop embedded software for low-SWA devices, impacting edge AI technology. This office-based role in Oxford involves capturing requirements, building software for edge compute devices, and collaborating on prototypes. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong C/C++ skills, with an opportunity to work within a fast-paced, innovative team offering generous holiday and merit-based compensation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Commercial embedded software delivery experience.
• Excellent C/C++ skills.

Responsibilities

• Capture requirements and design software for edge compute devices.
• Develop and integrate software for drivers and boot logic.
• Assist in testing software and devices in real-world scenarios.

Skills

C/C++ skills

Python familiarity

Embedded systems knowledge

Linux understanding

RTOS proficiency

Power profiling optimization

Education

BSc or MSc in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

Nvidia Jetson

Raspberry Pi

Job description

Archangel engineers design and deploy low‑SWA embedded devices to enable edge AI in the air and on the ground. These devices incorporate cameras, IMUs, LIDARs, radios (4G, LoRaWAN, mesh), compute, batteries and more. To deliver compelling products we need to get the most out of the hardware devices and software we build.

Role Responsibilities

You will capture requirements, design, build, and test software for our small‑volume, fully functioning edge compute devices. This includes developing and integrating software or firmware in the following areas:

• Drivers
• Boot logic
• Board bring‑up / testing
• Deep learning inference
• Cameras and ISPs
• Wireless Mesh & IoT communications
• Battery power monitoring and GPS/GNSS positioning

Additional responsibilities include:

• Support our development teams with rapid prototyping of PCBs
• Liaise with other development teams to integrate various components
• Research and select new microcontrollers and embedded systems to prototype new products or features on
• Assist in testing of software and devices, e.g. range testing radios, measuring solar charging efficiency or deep learning model accuracy in real‑world tests

Requirements

• BSc or MSc degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field
• Experience delivering functioning commercial embedded software
• Excellent C/C++ skills and familiarity with Python and object‑oriented programming
• Understanding of Linux and kernel programming (device trees) as well as interfaces such as SPI, UART, CAN, and USB
• Proficiency developing for bare‑metal and embedded devices (e.g., STM32, ARM Cortex‑M0, RTOS)
• Ability to travel for events and field tests in the UK and abroad up to 10% of the time

Experience and/or understanding of one or more of the components or peripherals in our embedded devices is desirable:

• Camera modules, sensors, and ISPs
• Modern embedded wireless technologies and standards (LoRa, Wi‑Fi, 4G, mesh, etc.)
• Experience with battery technologies and knowledge of control theory
• Deploying software on Nvidia Jetson, Raspberry Pi, or other ARM devices

Highlight the following relevant areas if they match your skills:

• Embedded software optimization
• Power profiling and power optimization
• Interest and experience in the drone / UAS space
• Embedded programming on UAVs or robots
• Rapid prototyping of hardware and electronics devices
• Understanding of PCB design and manufacture
• Understanding of 3D modelling and manufacture (CNC, 3D printing)

Location

This is an office‑based role in Oxford, UK.

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a measurable difference in cutting‑edge technology
• Fast‑paced work environment with a world‑class team
• Merit‑based compensation
• 25 days holiday + UK bank holidays
• Relocation support package
• Team socials
• Perks that evolve frequently (free Monday team lunch, Cycle2work scheme, private medical insurance, yearly voucher)

Security Clearance

Due to the sensitive nature of some of our work, candidates will be expected to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for this role.