Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Crux Product Design; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bristol is seeking a talented Electronics & Software Engineer to design and implement innovative engineering solutions for the medical devices sector. In this role, you will be responsible for coding embedded firmware in C/C++, developing GUIs in Python, and working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams. Essential qualifications include a degree in engineering and proficiency in embedded C/C++ and Python. This role offers great opportunities for career growth and impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in coding C/C++ for embedded platforms.
• Proficiency in Python for user applications and GUIs.
• Relevant academic background in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Writing software requirements, design, and test specifications.
• Maintaining legacy code and collaborating with project teams.
• Mentoring junior team members as needed.

Skills

Embedded C / C++

Python

Git

Education

Relevant degree in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software)

Tools

STM32

Nordic nRF52 / 54

Zephyr

Job description

Position Overview

We are on the lookout for exceptionally talented individuals with a relevant engineering degree (Electronics, Information Sciences, Software) or similar. Crux Electronics & Software Engineers bring their electronics engineering expertise, including analytical, theoretical, and experimental capabilities to Crux’s client projects.

This is a unique opportunity to help change the face of engineering within the medical devices sector, using innovation to solve complex problems, and deliver creative engineering solutions to both the pharmaceutical and consumer industries.

The role will involve coding embedded firmware in C/C++, GUI development in Python, working with the electronics team to define and structure new embedded projects, maintaining legacy products, and working collaboratively to deliver projects in a timely and professional manner. The role requires a flexible approach and the ability to work well with the wider project team.

Check out what our Electronics and Software team is all about: Crux - Electronics & Software

Principal Responsibilities

• Writing software requirements, design, and test specifications.
• Complying with the relevant software standards.
• Coding in C/C++ for a variety of embedded platforms.
• Coding user applications and GUIs in Python.
• Maintaining legacy code.
• Working collaboratively with a multi-discipline project team.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members when required.
• Attending project meetings with clients when required.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Embedded C / C++
• Python
• Git
• Relevant degree in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software)

Desirable

• STM32
• Nordic nRF52 / 54
• Zephyr
• Digital signal processing.
• Medical software documentation experience.
• Ability to read electronic schematics.
• Experience in a consultancy environment for the medical, pharma or health industries.