Principal Embedded Software Engineer

ZENOVO LTD; West of England; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

ZENOVO LTD in Bristol city centre is seeking an experienced engineering leader to head a team of embedded software engineers in a safety-critical environment. You will drive technical delivery, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver complex projects.

The role demands strong C/C++, RTOS knowledge, hands-on leadership, and experience in end-to-end software lifecycle management. A competitive salary up to £80,000 plus bonuses and benefits is offered to the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in embedded software in safety-critical environments.
• Strong C and assembler programming skills.
• Experience mentoring and managing engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of embedded software engineers.
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle from requirements to maintenance.
• Collaborate with project management and QA to ensure timely delivery.
• Define scope, deliverables, and align with customer goals.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards.
• Troubleshoot challenges while managing risk and timelines.
• Foster continuous improvement and team professional growth.

Skills

Embedded software leadership

RTOS proficiency

C and assembler

Team mentoring

Project management

Lifecycle management

Job description

Salary: £75,000 - 75,000 per year

Requirements

• Proven experience in embedded software development within a safety-critical environment.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems and RTOS.
• Strong programming skills in C and assembler.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor, motivate, and manage engineering teams.
• Experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
• Comprehensive experience across the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of embedded software engineers in a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Overseeing the full software development lifecycle – from requirements and design through to implementation, testing, and maintenance.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including project management and QA, to ensure seamless and timely delivery of projects.
• Defining project scope and deliverables, aligning development with customer requirements and strategic goals.
• Conducting code reviews, promoting engineering best practices, and ensuring coding standards are upheld.
• Troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges while managing risk and maintaining timelines.
• Driving continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and supporting professional growth within your team.

Technologies

• Embedded
• C++

More

We are offering a fantastic opportunity for experienced engineers with a passion for leadership to join our team in Bristol City Centre. In this high-impact role, you will be instrumental in driving both technical delivery and team performance. We provide a competitive salary of up to £80,000 along with bonuses and benefits, depending on experience. We value collaboration and innovation, making this a great environment for professionals eager to grow.

last updated 40 week of 2026