Experienced Embedded Software Consultant

SoCode Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

SoCode Recruitment is seeking an Experienced Embedded Software Consultant to join our defence-focused team. You will work hands-on across the full product lifecycle, turning principles into prototypes and robust systems.

You should have 3+ years' embedded software experience, a degree in a relevant field, and strong Linux and C skills, with knowledge of C++, C#, or MATLAB. ARM/RTOS experience is a plus, and security clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of embedded software development experience.
• Degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Linux with C and another language (C++, C#, or MATLAB).

Responsibilities

• Capture requirements and design architectures for embedded systems.
• Develop, test, and deliver working embedded solutions.
• Work across the full product lifecycle with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Hands-on development on Linux-based platforms.

Skills

Embedded software development

Linux

C

C++

C#

MATLAB

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

ARM targets

RTOS development

Scripting (Python)

Job description

Experienced Embedded Software Consultant

Eligibility for UK security clearance is required.

Please note: this role is not eligible for UKVI sponsorship.

Breakthrough technology is critical to protecting the UK’s Defence and Homeland Security. As an Experienced Consultant, you’ll be right at the heart of that mission—helping to defend against emerging technological and cyber threats.

This is a role where your work genuinely matters. You’ll collaborate with elite, multi-disciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, and designers to explore pioneering concepts and turn them into reality. From first principles to fully functioning prototypes, you’ll be hands‑on throughout the entire product lifecycle—capturing requirements, designing architectures, developing and testing solutions, and delivering working systems.

What we’re looking for:

You’ll ideally bring 3+ years’ experience in embedded software development, a strong track record of designing and implementing robust technical solutions, and a relevant degree. You’ll be confident working in Linux, programming in C, and at least one other language such as C++, C#, or MATLAB.

Experience in any of the following would be an advantage:

• Bare-metal or RTOS development on ARM targets
• High-level software architecture
• Embedded software debugging techniques
• Electronics development and hands‑on debugging
• Scripting for test, automation, or signal processing (e.g. Python or MATLAB)

Engineers from any sector are encouraged to apply. Defence experience is welcomed but not essential.

This is an exciting time to join. You’ll help build on a strong track record while developing your career at the cutting edge of technology—surrounded by curious, driven people who value individuality, inclusion, and shared purpose.

At SoCode, we pride ourselves on an attractive referral scheme.

If you have friends, family or colleagues looking for a new position soon tell them to contact us by either phone or email ensuring they provide us with your name. If we successfully find them a new position, we will provide you with a thank you present to show our appreciation.