Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Redline Group Ltd; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of Human Machine Interfaces is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their Newark-on-Trent facility. In this role, you will drive the development of embedded software for HMI products and ensure robust firmware delivery. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in embedded C and a strong background in bare-metal development.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in embedded C firmware in electronics manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of software architectures and modular design.
• Advanced skills with communication protocols like SPI and I2C.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of embedded software for HMI products.
• Deliver and validate robust bare-metal firmware.
• Guide and mentor senior engineers.

Skills

Embedded C firmware development

Bare-metal development

Real-time control

Communication protocols

Automated testing

Hands-on experience with Git

Advanced Microsoft Office skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering

Job description

Are you looking for a Senior Embedded Software role based in Newark-on-Trent? My client, a leading manufacturer of Human Machine Interfaces are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join their site in Newark-on-Trent.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Embedded Software Engineer job in Newark-on-Trent:

• Lead the design and development of embedded software for HMI products.
• Deliver and validate robust bare-metal firmware, optimised for performance and reliability.
• Manage software specifications, technical reports, and documentation to professional standards.
• Guide and mentor senior engineers and other team members.
• Lead IP creation and support innovation initiatives across the company.
• Provide technical input for commercial proposals, including cost and delivery estimates.
• Take ownership of firmware change management, feature updates, and fault diagnosis.
• Support cross-functional teams including production engineering, R&D, and test teams.
• Conduct and support electrical testing and debugging activities.
• Define and manage software tasks, ensuring timely project delivery in line with requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of software development processes and standards.

Required Skills for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer job in Newark-on-Trent:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or Computer Engineering.
• Extensive experience developing embedded C firmware in electronics manufacturing environments.
• Strong background in bare-metal development, peripheral configuration, and real-time control.
• Solid understanding of layered software architectures and modular code design.
• Proficient with communication protocols: SPI, I2C, I2S, UART, USB, CAN, Ethernet.
• Comfortable with automated testing, unit testing, and implementing reusable code libraries.
• Hands-on experience with Git, Jira, and modern software development workflows.
• Proficiency with development environments and toolchains (e.G., IDEs, versioning systems, debugging tools).
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).

If this Senior Embedded Software Engineer job in Newark-on-Trent could be of interest, please send your CV to [e-mail] or call Ben on 01582 878816 / 07471 181784.