Firmware Engineer - Hardware Integration - Defence – Cambridge

Newton Colmore Consulting Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Defence Sector organisation in Cambridge is seeking a Firmware Engineer to contribute to the development of new technologies, enhancing the defence capabilities of the UK and allied nations. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and have firmware engineering experience. The role offers competitive compensation and benefits including bonuses, a pension, and gym access.

Benefits

Bonuses

Pension

Healthcare

On-site gym access

Free lunches

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field that led to a Firmware Engineer career.
• Proven track record of completing complex projects resulting in launched devices (preferred).
• Ability to obtain security clearance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Apply firmware engineering knowledge on complex projects.
• Contribute to advancing new technologies within the defence sector.
• Manage projects requiring security clearance considerations.

Skills

Firmware engineering experience

Electronics hardware integration

Collaboration in team-oriented structure

Education

Degree in software or electronics

Job description

Overview

Firmware Engineer - Electronics Hardware Integration - Defence – Cambridge

We have an important Firmware Engineer role for a growing Defence Sector organisation, aimed at contributing to the development of new technologies that will enhance the defence of the UK and other allied nations, with a focus on defensive technologies rather than offensive.

Responsibilities

• Apply firmware engineering experience alongside knowledge of electronics hardware integration on complex projects.
• Contribute to advancing new technologies and pushing boundaries within the defence sector.
• Work on projects that involve launching devices and delivering tangible outcomes.
• Collaborate within a flat, team-oriented structure where peers help develop knowledge while contributing to shared goals.
• Manage and participate in projects that may require security clearance considerations due to the Defence focus.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in a software or electronics field that led to a Firmware Engineer career.
• Proven track record of completing complex projects resulting in launched devices (preferred).
• Prior experience in Defence is ideal, but candidates from other complex fields will be considered.
• Ability to obtain security clearance is essential for this role.

Compensation and Benefits

• Excellent starting salary (dependant on experience).
• Bonuses, a pension, healthcare, and on-site gym access.
• Free lunches and other benefits typically associated with larger organisations.

How to Apply

If this sounds like the kind of work you want to be involved in, submit an application now to avoid missing out.

For general information, please contact Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialists at Newton Colmore, on 0121 268 2240. Please note that we will not be able to discuss role specifics until we have a copy of your CV. You may also submit an application and a member of our team will contact you.