Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Open Source Micro:bit

Micro:bit Educational Foundation; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit educational organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Oxford, UK. This role involves developing and improving embedded software for the micro:bit, impacting students and teachers globally. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of C/C++ experience, is passionate about education, and enjoys working in a flexible environment. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £55,000 based on experience.

Benefits

Group private medical insurance

Flexible annual leave policy

Pension arrangement

Qualifications

• More than 4 years experience developing C/C++ drivers and software to run on embedded devices.
• Experience debugging software in embedded systems using electronic lab tools.
• Familiarity with test methodologies for embedded systems, including automated and manual tests.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate maintenance and development of new features in micro:bit embedded codebases.
• Lead the process of maintaining open source projects, managing GitHub repositories.
• Manage and develop documentation for open source projects.
• Develop software/firmware tests to maintain stability and performance.

Skills

C/C++ drivers development

Debugging embedded systems

Test methodologies

Empathetic communication

Tools

Electronic lab tools

Job description

A non-profit educational organization is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Oxford, UK. This role involves developing and improving embedded software for the micro:bit, impacting students and teachers globally. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of C/C++ experience, is passionate about education, and enjoys working in a flexible environment. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £55,000 based on experience.