Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Thermoteknix Systems Limited; Waterbeach; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in night vision technology seeks a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to enhance its innovative product range. This role involves developing cutting-edge AR and thermal imaging solutions, with a focus on C++ programming and collaboration on military and defense applications. The ideal candidate will demonstrate both technical skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, self-directed environment.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Bonus Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Flexitime

Free parking

Life insurance

On-site parking

Sick pay

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of C++ experience is required.
• Experience with microcontrollers like PIC32 or ARM is preferred.
• Degree qualified in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the design and implementation of new features in AR products.
• Resolving software bugs and diagnosing issues in deployed units.
• Supporting the development of next-generation AR products.

Skills

C++

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Self-Directed Learning

Python

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Electronics Engineering

Job description

Company Profile

Thermoteknix is an award-winning innovator and manufacturer of night vision and thermal imaging equipment for Industrial applications, military, defence, security and law enforcement. Celebrating more than 40 years of business success, and its fifth Kings Award for Enterprise, the company continues to expand alongside demand for its award-winning and ground-breaking products.

About You

Thermoteknix is seeking a highly skilledSenior Embedded Software Engineer to join our expanding Augmented Reality (AR) and Infrared Products team. In this role, you will play a key part in the ongoing development of our AR product portfolio, contributing to the design and implementation of new features, resolving software bugs, and diagnosing issues in deployed units. You will also support the development of next-generation AR and closely related products in a dynamic, fast-paced environment characterised by continuous innovation and product evolution.

Required experience (must haves)

• More than 5 years C++ experience (C experience a plus, but not an alternative)
• Proficient with advanced features of C++such as polymorphism, templates, smart pointers, threading and use of C++ STL
• Previous experience with microcontrollers, especially PIC32 or ARM based, but experience with any microcontroller will be considered
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematic diagrams when implementing embeddedsoftware (specific electronics experience is not required, but would be a plus)

Desired experience

• Experience with Python or other scripting languages
• Understanding and familiarity with embedded Linux, including shell scripts andusing the terminal proficiently (experience with desktop Linux or other embedded OSes will be considered)
• Familiarity with Xilinx Zynq and/or Microchip Polarfire FPGA SoCs
• Familiarity with other high performance embedded processors, e.g. Texas Instruments Sitara, Freescale i.MX, Raspberry Pi
• Demonstrable experience writing kernel drivers for Linux kernel for custom peripherals
• Familiarity with sensor processing and fusion algorithms, e.g. Kalman filters
• Familiarity with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi systems, especially libraries and tools used on an embedded Linux system (e.g. BlueZ, wpa-supplicant and so on)
• Familiarity with USB and debugging common issues with USB systems
• Ability to debug and diagnose common issues with embedded systems platforms, e.g. I2C issues, watchdog/system exceptions

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering or equivalent preferred (equivalent experience will be considered)

Other

• Soft skills: demonstrated problem-solving ability and working in small teams, but comfortable working independently as required. Self-directed learning a plus
• Personal projects and/or open source contributions to projects will be strongly received, if these can be demonstrated e.g. GitHub repository link, personal portfolio
• Must be comfortable working on military projects and defence applications
• Able to obtain security clearance if required (all candidates must pass at least BPSS)
• Occasional travel in the UK and internationally
• Generally looking for candidates with 8+ years of experience in asoftwareor electronics field
• Hybrid working may be possible

Why us?

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Bonus Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday