Lead Real-Time UAV Firmware Engineer

Saab AB; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence company in the UK is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to join their BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. In this role, you will lead a team in the design and implementation of real-time embedded software, supporting both research and development as well as product development activities. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in embedded Linux and is proficient in C, C++, and Python. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.

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.
• Ability to work from application code down to bare metal.
• Experienced at hardware level debugging and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Lead in the design and implementation of real-time embedded software.
• Develop and execute firmware roadmaps closely with department leads.
• Lead a skilled team in delivering firmware for high-paced projects.
• Be responsible for delivery, reporting, and presentation of technical work.

Skills

Embedded Linux

Team Leadership

Linux Kernel Configuration

C

C++

Python

Bash scripting

UART

Ethernet

SPI

I2C

CAN

RTOS

Git

Tools

Yocto

Buildroot

Job description

A leading defence company in the UK is seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to join their BlueBear Business in Bedfordshire. In this role, you will lead a team in the design and implementation of real-time embedded software, supporting both research and development as well as product development activities. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in embedded Linux and is proficient in C, C++, and Python. Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth are offered.