Senior Embedded Software Engineer

ACS Business Performance Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their innovative AR and Infrared Products team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C++ and embedded systems, contributing to real-world technology in a fast-paced environment. This role offers hybrid working options and involves key responsibilities in developing and enhancing advanced systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in C++ with advanced features.
• Experience in embedded development with microcontrollers.
• Degree-qualified in Computer Science, Electronics or similar.

Responsibilities

• Developing and enhancing cutting-edge AR systems.
• Design and implementation of new features and bug fixing.
• Working on military/defense projects.

Skills

C++

Embedded development

Debugging

Electronic schematics

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Electronics

Tools

Embedded Linux

Xilinx Zynq

Job description

We're seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing Augmented Reality (AR) and Infrared Products team. You'll play a key role in developing and enhancing cutting-edge AR systems used in defence and industrial applications.

This is a hands-on role involving the design and implementation of new features, bug fixing, and diagnostics for both current and next-generation products. You'll work in a fast-paced, innovative environment with real impact.

Key Requirements:

• 5+ years' C++ experience (advanced features like templates, smart pointers, STL, threading, polymorphism)
• Embedded development with microcontrollers (PIC32, ARM, or similar)
• Ability to read electronic schematics for embedded software integration

Desirable Experience:

• Python or scripting language familiarity
• Proficient with embedded Linux (shell scripting, terminal use)
• Experience with Xilinx Zynq, Polarfire SoCs, or similar
• Writing Linux kernel drivers for custom peripherals
• Familiarity with sensor fusion, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi (e.g. BlueZ, wpa-supplicant), USB, and I2C
• Strong embedded debugging capabilities

Candidate Profile:

• Degree-qualified in Computer Science, Electronics, or similar (or equivalent experience)
• Comfortable working on military/defence projects
• Eligible for at least BPSS clearance
• Personal/open-source projects a strong plus (GitHub/portfolio links welcome)
• Typically looking for candidates with 8+ years' experience
• Some UK/international travel required
• Hybrid working may be available

This role is ideal for a self-motivated engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and contributing to innovative, real-world technology.

ACS are recruiting for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be aSenior Embedded Software Engineersubmit your CV including an outline of your experience as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the Senior Embedded Software Engineerrole you desire.