Senior Embedded Software Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Peterborough. This role involves developing and maintaining embedded software for communication systems, collaborating with hardware teams, and leading software improvements. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in embedded software development and a background in related fields. Benefits include hybrid working, annual leave, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Bonus

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

8% pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance 4x salary

Continuous training and development

Employee reward and recognition scheme

Employee assistance programme

BUPA wellbeing services

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Solid understanding of embedded systems and device drivers.
• Excellent communication skills in a global team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software for communication systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for integration.
• Lead the design and implementation of software improvements.

Skills

Embedded software development

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of TCP/IP

Knowledge of communication protocols

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Real-time operating systems

Microcontrollers

Job description

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Client:

Singular Recruitment

Location:

peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the development, design, and manufacture of cutting-edge communication systems.

Working in a fast-paced environment alongside a talented team, you will be responsible for driving innovation and ensuring the quality and performance of embedded software solutions.

You will have the opportunity to work on critical products that deliver high-impact solutions for customers worldwide.

Key responsibilities for the role of Senior Embedded Software Engineer will include:

• Develop and maintain embedded software for communication systems, including real-time operating systems, device drivers, and communication protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers and system architects, to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components.
• Lead the design, implementation, and testing of new features and improvements to enhance the performance, reliability, and scalability of our communication products.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues, optimizing code for performance and memory usage.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes, including testing, documentation, and code reviews.

As the selected Senior Embedded Software Engineer, your background should include:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in embedded software development.
• A solid understanding of most of the following: embedded systems, real-time operating systems, device drivers, and microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work on complex systems with high reliability requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively in a global team environment.

Benefits include bonus, hybrid working, 25 days annual leave, 8% pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance 4x salary, continuous training and development, employee reward and recognition scheme, employee assistance programme and BUPA wellbeing services.