Embedded Systems Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing technology firm in Oxford is seeking an Embedded Systems Engineer to oversee the productization of quantum technologies. This hybrid role involves design and development of electronics, firmware programming, and managing product development. The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in electrical or computer engineering and is proficient in Python, Rust, or C. An attractive salary of £40-65k is offered, along with unlimited Paid Time Off and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Generous company pension scheme

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficient in Python, Rust, or C, and firmware programming.
• Experience in hardware product development, electrical testing, verification, and validation of products and subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee productization of quantum technologies.
• Design and develop electronics and microsystems, including various subsystems and I/O interfaces.
• Manage product development, conduct design reviews, and oversee technical priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.

Skills

Python

Rust

C

Firmware programming

Circuit design software (e.g., Altium)

Circuit simulation

Education

Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering

Job description

Job Description

Embedded Systems Engineer - £40-65k – Oxford - Hybrid 2/3 days in the office

My client is a rapidly growing company specializing in researching and manufacturing groundbreaking products for market launch. Due to sustained success, they’re expanding their product teams.

Main duties:

1. Oversee productization of quantum technologies.
2. Design and develop electronics and microsystems, including various subsystems and I/O interfaces.
3. Program firmware as needed, and create software for interfacing with microcontroller- and FPGA-based peripherals.
4. Manage product development, conduct design reviews, and oversee technical priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent.
• Proficient in Python, Rust, or C, and firmware programming.
• Proficiency in circuit design software (e.g., Altium) and circuit simulation.
• Experience in hardware product development, electrical testing, verification, and validation of products and subsystems.

Bonus:

• Familiarity with opto-mechanical, atomic, or quantum technology.

What you’ll get:

• £40-65k salary, with potential for rapid growth.
• Generous company pension scheme.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off.

If you believe you have the right skills and experience for this role, please apply with an updated CV.