Senior Embedded Software Engineer, Power Systems

Siemens Mobility; Hebburn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Flexible working hours

Pension plan

26 days annual leave (+ bank holidays,

Job summary

Siemens Mobility in Hebburn (UK) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop embedded firmware for power system protection devices. You will work across hardware, software, and test teams to deliver robust C/C++ solutions with real‑time constraints and Linux‑based embedded environments.

You will optimise kernels/bootloaders, implement unit and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and produce clear technical documentation while adhering to Siemens development processes

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in embedded software development using C/C++.
• Proficiency with Linux in embedded environments; kernel/bootloader customization (U-Boot).
• Strong knowledge of software design principles and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing embedded software using C/C++.
• Implementing new product features and enhancements.
• Investigating and resolving software defects and customer‑reported issues.
• Developing and executing unit, integration, and system‑level testing.
• Participating in code reviews and improving software quality.
• Producing and maintaining clear technical documentation.
• Collaborating with hardware, systems, test, and product management teams.

Skills

Embedded software development (C/C++)

Linux embedded systems

Linux kernel customization

U-Boot bootloader

Version control

Debugging and diagnostics

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering / Computer Science / Software Engineering

Tools

U-Boot

Git

Linux

Job description

Siemens Mobility in Hebburn (UK) is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design and develop embedded firmware for power system protection devices. You will work across hardware, software, and test teams to deliver robust C/C++ solutions with real‑time constraints and Linux‑based embedded environments.

You will optimise kernels/bootloaders, implement unit and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and produce clear technical documentation while adhering to Siemens development processes