Lead Embedded Software Engineer - Remote First

Ivaris; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ivaris is seeking a Senior/Lead Embedded Software Engineer to lead a new hardware development project. You will develop high-performance C++ software on Embedded Linux systems and work closely with hardware engineers.

This role offers full scope to shape firmware direction and involves hands-on experience with hardware interfaces. The ideal candidate has strong skills in C++, Embedded Linux, and relevant hardware technologies.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial experience with C++, Python, and Bash.
• Solid understanding of Embedded Linux.
• Experience with imaging, LiDAR, sensors, or high-speed hardware systems.
• Proven ability to take ownership of major components or subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Develop high‑performance C++ software on Embedded Linux systems.
• Build and maintain low‑level software and hardware interfaces.
• Own features across the full lifecycle: requirements, design, implementation.
• Support technical discussions and guide system-level decisions.

Skills

C++

Python

Bash

Embedded Linux

OpenCV

MatLab

Assembly

Job description

Ivaris is seeking a Senior/Lead Embedded Software Engineer to lead a new hardware development project. You will develop high-performance C++ software on Embedded Linux systems and work closely with hardware engineers.

This role offers full scope to shape firmware direction and involves hands-on experience with hardware interfaces. The ideal candidate has strong skills in C++, Embedded Linux, and relevant hardware technologies.