Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Vantage Consulting; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom seeks an Embedded Software Engineer to join a team focused on security-critical technologies. The role involves designing, developing, and testing solutions while ensuring precision and compliance with software standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in embedded C/C++, excellent problem-solving skills, and attention to detail. The position offers opportunities for entry-level developers and experienced engineers, emphasizing collaboration within an expert group.

Qualifications

• Strong track record delivering embedded C/C++ solutions.
• Deep experience with multi-threaded embedded systems.
• Ability to write code to formal software standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyse customer requirements and produce maintainable designs.
• Participate in unit testing and contribute to code reviews.
• Create documentation as required.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ solutions

Multi-threaded embedded systems (RTOS)

ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g., STM32)

Embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, ETM)

Formal software standards (e.g., CERT C, MISRA)

Unit-test automation tools (e.g., LDRA, Parasoft)

Static analysis tools

Technical documentation

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer

Salary: £40K-£70K DOE + Benefits

Experience Level: 3+ years (entry-level roles also available)

Location: Derbyshire

About the Organisation

This organisation specialises in developing high-integrity, security-critical technologies where absolute reliability is essential. The engineering culture is built on excellence, innovation, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations.

You'll be joining a multi-disciplinary team working on complex problems, disruptive security technologies, and advanced embedded solutions. The work involves supporting government and industry partners on projects involving secure systems, applied cryptography, and cutting‑edge software and microelectronics.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for software engineers-ranging from early-career developers to highly experienced specialists-to contribute to the design, development, and testing of innovative embedded products and cyber‑security technologies.

The role involves analysing customer requirements, producing maintainable designs, participating in unit testing, contributing to code reviews, and creating documentation as required. Security, precision, and functional correctness will be central to your work.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are detail-driven, collaborative, and motivated to develop high-integrity software guided by formal specifications. The work includes both independent problem-solving and close teamwork within an expert engineering group.

Skills & Experience Required

Required Technical Skills

• Strong track record delivering embedded C / C++ solutions.
• Deep experience with multi-threaded embedded systems (RTOS).
• Register-level experience with ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g., STM32).
• Proficiency with embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, ETM).
• Experience writing code to formal software standards (e.g., CERT C, MISRA).
• Hands‑on experience with unit-test automation tools (e.g., LDRA, Parasoft).
• Familiarity with static analysis tools.
• Technical documentation and report writing.

Desirable Skills

• C# development.
• Scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell).
• Network security and vulnerability analysis.
• Understanding of IP standards.
• Experience with a range of CPU / MPU architectures.
• Requirements capture.
• Knowledge of cryptographic concepts.

Personal Competencies

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong commitment to high quality standards.
• Effective communicator and team collaborator; able to work independently.
• Good judgement under pressure.
• Strong time‑management and organisational skills.
• Takes ownership and resolves issues proactively.

Experience

• Senior roles require 3+ years of relevant commercial experience.
• Entry‑level opportunities are available for recent Computer Science or STEM graduates with strong potential.

Conditions

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be British Citizens and able to obtain and maintain DV security clearance.