Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Coherent; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Glasgow is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their product development team. The ideal candidate will develop and test software for advanced laser systems, requiring strong C programming skills and experience with real-time operating systems. This role offers competitive benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Subsidized private healthcare

Free life assurance

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in software engineering, preferably in industry.
• Strong C programming skills and object-oriented approach.
• Ability to develop scalable modules and low-level drivers.
• Hands-on experience in embedded software and hardware testing and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Developing reliable, clean C code for laser systems.
• Maintaining and expanding existing libraries for rapid deployment.
• Creating technical documentation.
• Integrating software with hardware and optics.

Skills

C programming

Real-Time Operating Systems

Embedded software testing

Version control tools (Git)

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Tools

Git

Azure DevOps

Jenkins

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Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Glasgow

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Client:

Coherent

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description and Responsibilities:

At Coherent Scotland, we develop laser systems that help people. Our systems are deployed in various markets including renewable energy, microelectronics, fundamental research, life sciences, and medicine. We aim to make a positive impact by providing reliable and high-performance lasers.

Coherent Scotland has experienced steady growth over the past decade, supported by a strong product development pipeline that promises continued expansion and exciting opportunities for personal growth.

Located at the West of Scotland Science Park in Glasgow, we are a subsidiary of Coherent Corp., a global leader in laser manufacturing. Our modern, purpose-built facility includes research and development, manufacturing, and marketing departments, recently expanded to accommodate our growth.

We offer a friendly, business-oriented work environment with amenities like an on-site cafeteria. Our benefits include a contributory pension scheme, subsidized private healthcare, and free life assurance. We also promote work-life balance through flexible core hours.

About the role

The Senior Embedded Software Engineer will be part of the product development team, focusing on designing and testing software for our laser systems. The role involves contributing to the development of our scalable system platform and the full lifecycle development of laser products.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing reliable, clean C code for laser systems.
• Maintaining and expanding existing libraries for rapid deployment.
• Creating technical documentation.
• Planning and estimating development tasks.
• Integrating software with hardware and optics.
• Supporting legacy software on existing products.

Education and Work Experience:

Essential Skills

• Experience in software engineering, preferably in industry.
• Strong C programming skills and object-oriented approach.
• Ability to develop scalable modules and low-level drivers.
• Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems and multitasking.
• Knowledge of microcontroller interfaces like UART, Ethernet, CAN Bus, I2C, SPI, ADC, DAC.
• Ability to read schematics and datasheets.
• Hands-on experience in embedded software and hardware testing and debugging.
• Proficiency with version control and integration tools (Git, Azure DevOps, Jenkins).
• Good communication skills, team player, and self-motivated.
• Degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or related field.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Experience with closed-loop drive control for industrial applications.
• Experience with Test-driven Development (TDD).
• Familiarity with ARM Cortex-M architecture, CMSIS, and related tools.
• Experience with C# and Visual Studio IDE/Code.
• Knowledge of NPI process and project planning.