Senior Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer | Multimedia | Permanent

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer to enhance their innovative audio/video product line. This role involves designing and developing multimedia features for embedded Linux platforms, contributing to architecture decisions, and collaborating with diverse teams to tackle technical challenges. Join a skilled group dedicated to delivering high-quality solutions in a dynamic environment. If you have a passion for embedded systems and multimedia, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing company.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in C/C++ for embedded systems with multithreading.
• Extensive knowledge of digital multimedia and network streaming.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop multimedia features for embedded Linux platforms.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded Systems

Multithreading

Digital Multimedia

Network Streaming

Embedded Linux

OpenEmbedded / Yocto

Communication Skills

Collaborative Mindset

Tools

ffmpeg

gstreamer

mpv

OpenGL

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Senior Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer | Multimedia | Permanent, Cambridge

Finding a gap in the market for Audio/Visual products, this company, through organic growth, is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join their team. The product supports audio and video playback in various formats, known for high reliability, with features like 24/7 playback, hardware interfacing, and synchronization across multiple visual displays. This is a senior-level role ideal for an experienced embedded multimedia systems engineer willing to work with a range of technologies from microcontrollers to multi-core processors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and debug multimedia features (audio, video, streaming) for embedded Linux platforms
• Evaluate new hardware platforms and contribute to architecture and design decisions
• Collaborate with support and sales engineering teams to resolve technical challenges
• Participate in delivering new products within an agile, growing team

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience with C/C++ in embedded systems, including multithreading
• Extensive knowledge of digital multimedia, including network streaming
• Proficiency in embedded Linux, especially using OpenEmbedded / Yocto
• Proven experience shipping production-grade software
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with open-source audio/video frameworks (e.g., ffmpeg, gstreamer, mpv)
• Familiarity with OpenGL and graphics development

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a highly respected, international product line and work with a skilled, enthusiastic team tackling real-world technical challenges. If this role aligns with your skills, please apply now! For a confidential chat or more information, contact Thomas Drake at SoCode – Norwich.