Lead Embedded Firmware Engineer for UAV Autonomy

Saab UK; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer with a strong background in embedded Linux and team leadership. The successful candidate will be involved in developing real-time embedded systems for UAVs, leading firmware projects, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams. This role offers a unique opportunity for innovative technology engagement and professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years experience of embedded Linux.
• Experience leading a team of low-level software engineers.
• Sound understanding of Linux kernel configuration and tuning.
• Experienced user of Linux OS build toolchains such as Yocto and Buildroot.
• Ability to work from application code right down to bare metal.
• RTOS coding and debugging expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the design, implementation, and test of real-time embedded software.
• Develop and execute firmware roadmaps with department leads.
• Manage delivery of firmware for high-paced projects.
• Delivery and maintenance of embedded systems software.
• Support development of automated HWIL test environments.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Team leadership

Linux kernel configuration

Yocto and Buildroot

C

C++

Python

Scripting (Bash)

UART, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN

Hardware debugging

Tools

Version control tools (Git)

Job description

A leading defense technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer with a strong background in embedded Linux and team leadership. The successful candidate will be involved in developing real-time embedded systems for UAVs, leading firmware projects, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams. This role offers a unique opportunity for innovative technology engagement and professional growth within a rapidly expanding organization.