Senior Embedded Software Engineer - eDV Cleared

Searchability; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Worcestershire is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to contribute to developing advanced embedded systems for national security. You will lead the design and integration of software components, tackle complex problems, and collaborate within a close-knit team. This role requires professional experience in C, C++, and understanding of secure system design. A chance to innovate in a challenging, secure environment awaits you.

Qualifications

• Professional experience with C, C++, Python, Java, or C#.
• Strong track record developing for embedded platforms (bare metal and OS-based).
• Experience integrating software on open-source and commercial operating systems.
• Understanding of complex software architectures and secure system design.
• Experience with unit testing, CI/CD, and modern development workflows.
• Comfortable working in Linux and Windows environments.
• Able to work both independently and in a closely collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, development and integration of embedded software components.
• Breaking down high-level system concepts into deliverable user stories and functional software modules.
• Applying rigorous engineering practices across the full lifecycle.
• Tackling technically challenging problems.
• Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Working with modern digital hardware.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Java

C#

Unit testing

CI/CD

Linux

Windows

Job description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer – eDV Cleared

Location: Worcestershire

Clearance: eDV

To apply, email: [e-mail] or call: 07704 152 640

About the Role

We’re supporting a specialist organisation delivering high‑assurance technology solutions for UK national security. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will contribute to the development of advanced embedded systems used to protect critical assets and counter sophisticated threats. Working as part of a close‑knit engineering team, you’ll help design, build and integrate innovative software solutions that underpin next‑generation secure systems.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the design, development and integration of embedded software components.
• Breaking down high‑level system concepts into deliverable user stories and functional software modules.
• Applying rigorous engineering practices across the full lifecycle: analysis, design, implementation, testing and maintenance.
• Tackling technically challenging problems, from rapid prototypes to full production systems.
• Collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to communicate technical ideas clearly and effectively.
• Working with modern digital hardware to create novel embedded capabilities.

Required Skills & Experience

• Professional experience with C, C++, Python, Java or C#.
• Strong track record developing for embedded platforms (bare metal and OS‑based).
• Experience integrating software on open‑source and commercial operating systems.
• Understanding of complex software architectures and secure system design.
• Experience with unit testing, CI/CD, and modern development workflows.
• Comfortable working in Linux and Windows environments.
• Able to work both independently and in a closely collaborative team.

Why Join This Programme?

You’ll be working at the forefront of national‑security technology, contributing to capabilities used by frontline teams and mission‑critical operations. Expect exposure to challenging technical problems, a collaborative engineering culture and opportunities to innovate in a secure environment.