Senior Embedded Software Engineer

SoCode; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cambridgeshire seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to play a critical role in global communications innovation. The role involves full software development lifecycle ownership in a collaborative setting, requiring strong expertise in Linux, C, and modern C++. If you're ready to contribute to cutting-edge products in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Linux embedded development.
• Proficient in C and modern C++.
• Familiar with Linux customisation and the Yocto build system.
• Experience using Git and JIRA.
• Hands-on with bare-metal and RTOS environments.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership across the full software development lifecycle.
• Report directly to the Software Engineering Manager.
• Contribute to shaping products in a supportive environment.

Skills

Linux embedded development

C and modern C++

Linux customisation

Yocto build system

Git

JIRA

bare-metal and RTOS environments

test-driven development (TDD)

SPI

I2C

Tools

oscilloscopes

logic analyzers

Job description

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Cambridgeshire

Client: SoCode

Location: Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 490e0d7a79e6

Job Views: 14

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Role Description

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of global communications technology? An internationally renowned, employee-owned tech company—celebrated for nearly three decades of innovation in the communications industry—is entering an exciting new growth phase. With in-house design, manufacturing, and global distribution capabilities, this organisation is expanding its product portfolio and looking for an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join its talented team.

About the Role

Based in Cambridge (with flexible hybrid working), you'll report directly to the Software Engineering Manager and take ownership across the full software development lifecycle—from initial requirements and architecture through to coding, testing, and delivery.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Essential Skills:

• Strong experience in Linux embedded development
• Proficient in C and modern C++
• Familiar with Linux customisation and the Yocto build system
• Experience using Git and JIRA
• Hands-on with bare-metal and RTOS environments

Desirable Skills:

• Full development lifecycle experience, including requirements capture and testing
• Knowledge of modern programming paradigms and best practices
• Comfortable with test-driven development (TDD)
• Familiar with SPI, I2C, and other hardware interfaces
• Skilled in using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and other test tools for firmware validation

What They’re Looking For:

• A team player who thrives in collaborative environments
• Someone who delivers results without sacrificing code quality
• A self-starter who can manage their own workload
• An effective communicator with strong documentation and verbal skills

Why Join?

This is your opportunity to contribute to a respected global brand with a strong engineering culture and the backing of an Employee Ownership Trust. If you're ready to shape cutting-edge products in a forward-thinking, supportive environment—we'd love to hear from you.

If you feel you are suitable for this role, please don’t hesitate to apply now. For more information, or to discuss your experience/CV, please get in touch with Jeremy van Waveren at SoCode Norwich.

And if you don’t have an up-to-date CV, don’t worry.