Senior Embedded C/C++ Engineer | Dev Tools & AI | Permanent

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading deep-tech start-up seeks a Senior Embedded C/C++ Engineer to revolutionize embedded systems and tooling. The role involves designing next-gen software toolchains, working with cutting-edge AI, and influencing foundational technologies in the industry. Candidates should have significant experience in embedded systems development and be ready to work in a dynamic, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in embedded systems development.
• Proficient in C/C++ for low-level and RTOS environments.
• Hands-on experience with firmware bring-up and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop core components of a next-gen embedded software toolchain.
• Create intelligent code generators for firmware and middleware.
• Collaborate with AI/ML teams for automated system configuration.

Skills

Embedded systems development

C/C++ proficiency

Low-level tools

Firmware debugging

Job description

Job DescriptionSenior Embedded C/C++ Engineer | Dev Tools & AI | Permanent
Competitive salary - Up to £100k (DOE)
Full-time, Permanent
London-based (Hybrid)
Pioneering a new frontier at the intersection of embedded systems and automation, this deep-tech start-up, founded by industry veterans with a track record of success and is transforming how developers interact with modern SoCs. Backed by high-profile UK investors and with a global engineering presence, their platform is reshaping low-level software development using cutting-edge AI and automation.
This is a rare opportunity to influence the foundations of next- embedded tooling. You’ll work with a team that includes alumni from some of the world’s most advanced tech organisations, contributing to a mission that is reinventing how silicon gets from datasheet to deployed system.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop core components of a next-gen embedded software toolchain
• Create intelligent code generators for firmware, middleware, and device drivers
• Collaborate closely with AI/ML teams to automate datasheet analysis and system configuration
• Work with C/C++ codebases across Linux and RTOS environments
• Architect embedded software layouts and analyse SoC-level device trees

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in embedded systems development
• Proficiency in C/C++ for both bare-metal and RTOS-based systems
• Experience with low-level tools, including compilers, debuggers, linkers, and build systems
• Hands-on work with firmware bring-up and embedded debugging

Desirable Skills:

• Python or scripting skills for automation and tool integration
• Familiarity with SoC documentation formats and data extraction techniques

This is an ideal role for an embedded engineer who thrives on technical depth, is passionate about improving developer tooling, and wants to work on genuinely groundbreaking technology.
If you're ready to join a team reimagining the embedded stack from the ground up, apply now or get in touch with Thomas Drake at SoCode for a confidential discussion.