Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Zenovo; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Oxford. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in embedded systems using C/C++ and ARM microcontrollers. This full-time position offers a salary between £55,000 - £70,000, with responsibilities including technical ownership of software development and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to build safety-critical systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years developing embedded software in C/C++.
• Strong knowledge of ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers.
• Experience with CANbus and RS-485 protocols.
• Knowledge of Linux environments.
• Working in regulated industries such as aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of embedded software development.
• Work closely with hardware and systems engineers.
• Deliver robust, compliant embedded systems.

Skills

C/C++

ARM Cortex-M

CANbus

RS-485

Debugging skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Tools

Linux

Git/SVN

Continuous integration tools

Python

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Oxford

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 (Depending on Experience)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary design and engineering team developing high-quality, safety-critical embedded systems. The successful candidate will take technical ownership of embedded software development across multiple concurrent projects, working closely with hardware, systems, and test engineers to deliver robust and compliant solutions.

This role will suit a hands-on engineer with strong experience in C/C++, ARM microcontrollers (STM32), and communication protocols such as CANbus and RS-485. Experience within regulated industries ideally aerospace or similarly safety-critical environments and familiarity with DO-178C processes is highly desirable.

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Oxford, offering the opportunity to influence software design and development across several innovative platforms.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience (5+ years) developing embedded software in C and C++.
• Strong working knowledge of ARM Cortex-M (STM32) microcontrollers.
• Experience with CANbus and RS-485 communication protocols.
• Knowledge of Linux or embedded Linux environments for future system development.
• Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, automotive, or medical devices.
• Excellent debugging, optimisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation abilities.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with RTOS environments
• Experience with graphical frameworks for embedded GUIs.
• Exposure to functional safety or quality standards (e.g., ISO 26262).
• Use of version control (Git/SVN) and continuous integration tools.
• Scripting experience (e.g., Python, shell) for automation or testing.

Note: All Candidates must be able to work in the UK without VISA Sponsorship.