Embedded Software Engineer - UK Eyes only

DCS Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for defence sector projects. Located in Farnborough, this role involves working on bare metal microcontrollers and requires security clearance. The ideal candidate will be proficient in C/C++ and have the ability to mentor junior engineers. This permanent position offers a salary of £60,000 - £70,000, plus bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++ for bare metal microcontrollers.
• Ability to understand and debug embedded systems hardware.
• Experience in managing multiple products and projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and validate embedded software.
• Collaborate with teams to design efficient code.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

C/C++ for embedded systems

Embedded build tools

Teamwork skills

Project management

Tools

Debugger tools

Linux embedded

Job description

Overview

Embedded Software Engineer - Permanent

60,000 - 70,000 DEO + Bonus and Benefits.

Farnborough

Are you an embedded software engineer proficient in bare metal microcontroller development, ready to work on challenging defence sector projects? Join a dedicated engineering team delivering cutting-edge subsea products for UK eyes only projects.

Role Overview

• Develop, test, and validate embedded software across multiple projects using C/C++.

• Work primarily on bare metal microcontroller environments.

• Understand and debug embedded systems hardware with schematics and PCB analysis.

• Collaborate closely with hardware and software teams to design efficient, reusable code.

• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.

• Occasional travel to Plymouth for systems testing.

Key Skills

• Proficient in C/C++ for embedded systems on bare metal microcontrollers like STM32 or PIC.

• Competent with embedded build, debugging, and cross-compilation tools.

• Linux embedded experience desirable but not required.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Proven ability to manage multiple products and projects.

Security Requirements

• This role requires security clearance; candidates must hold or be willing to apply for UK Security Check (SC) clearance.

• Work on classified projects restricted to UK eyes only.

• UK residency and eligibility for clearance is essential.

If you're a motivated engineer with a passion for embedded software and defence projects, please get in touch for a confidential discussion either via an application or call Chris Prendergast at DCS on (phone number removed).

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