Senior Embedded Linux/C++ Engineer - Onsite Cambridge (SC)

TEC Partners Limited

Melbourn

On-site

GBP 90,000 - 117,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TEC Partners Limited in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with Linux and C++ expertise for an onsite, defence-focused role. You will develop software in Linux environments, work on embedded C and GUI tooling, and collaborate with hardware teams to deliver robust systems.

The role requires active SC clearance, 4–5 days onsite, and strong Python for tooling. The position offers a rate of £65–£85 per hour for an initial 6-month assignment with potential extension.

Qualifications

Active SC clearance is mandatory.
Strong C++ development experience with embedded C and Linux.
Experience in defence, aerospace or national security environments.
Ability to work onsite in Cambridge 4–5 days per week.

Responsibilities

Development of software in Linux-based environments.
C++ application development for complex systems
Embedded C development for hardware-adjacent systems
Python development for tooling, automation and test
Development and maintenance of GUI applications
Integration, debugging and system-level testing
Working closely with electronics and systems engineers in a multidisciplinary team
Supporting delivery within a secure, defence environment

Skills

C++ development

Embedded C

Linux development

Python scripting

GUI development (Qt)

Tools

Job description

The role requires active SC clearance, 4–5 days onsite, and strong Python for tooling. The position offers a rate of £65–£85 per hour for an initial 6-month assignment with potential extension.

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