Hybrid Apprentice: Embedded Software Engineer

Embed Software Limited; Kirkcaldy; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Embed Software Limited is seeking a Technical Apprentice Software Engineer in Kirkcaldy. You will support design, development, and maintenance of high-integrity, safety-critical software under established engineers. This hybrid role balances academic commitments with on-the-job training, offering practical experience across real projects while learning industry best practices.

This position is based in Kirkcaldy with options for remote work to support your learning needs.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in software development and engineering.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts and OOP.
• Familiarity with Python, C#, or C++.
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• National 5s/Highers in Computing, Mathematics, or Physics.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, and maintenance of high-integrity software.
• Learn industry best practices under experienced engineers.
• Balance academic commitments with on-the-job training in a hybrid Kirkcaldy role.

Skills

Strong interest in software

OOP concepts

Programming languages (Python, C#, C+)

Problem-solving abilities

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

National 5s/Highers in Computing/Math/

Education

National 5s or Highers (Computing/Math/Physics)

Tools

Git

Job description

Embed Software Limited is seeking a Technical Apprentice Software Engineer in Kirkcaldy. You will support design, development, and maintenance of high-integrity, safety-critical software under established engineers. This hybrid role balances academic commitments with on-the-job training, offering practical experience across real projects while learning industry best practices.

This position is based in Kirkcaldy with options for remote work to support your learning needs.