Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

IONATE; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in developing innovative solutions for smart grids. This exciting position involves working on real-time embedded firmware development, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. You'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of green energy while enjoying flexible hybrid working arrangements and professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Employee equity options

Competitive pension plan

Opportunities for professional development

Cycle to Work scheme

Low-carbon travel incentives

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in embedded software development.
• Ability to read PCB schematics and datasheets.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for grid-connected inverters.
• Perform hardware design validation and debugging.
• Create and maintain requirements and specifications.

Skills

C/C++ for microcontrollers

Real-time application development

PCB schematics and datasheets

Communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, USB)

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in electronics/software engineering

Tools

Altium

MATLAB

Confluence

JIRA

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

3 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

£65-80K - Full-time - London/Hybrid

IONATE is a deep technology start-up building the technology backbone for smart grids. Our team is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer responsible for developing and implementing real-time software, taking concepts through to commercial products for customers.

The role requires extensive knowledge and experience in embedded software development, working closely with our hardware and software teams. Focus areas include real-time embedded firmware development, analysis, design reviews, simulations, technical discussions, verification, and validation.

You should have an innovative engineering approach with well-grounded reasoning and experience. You will contribute to ongoing projects, testing activities, and the development of our HIT technology.

What you will do:

1. Embedded Software Development: Develop embedded software for grid-connected inverters; implement, test, debug, and troubleshoot DSP/microcontroller firmware and algorithms.
2. Hardware Design Validation: Perform hardware design validation and debugging.
3. Firmware Design: Design control firmware adhering to safety, quality, and international standards; ensure code readability and scalability.
4. Collaboration & Technical Development: Participate in technical development and testing across multidisciplinary teams; deliver projects within timescales.
5. Documentation: Create and maintain requirements, specifications, testing reports, and manuals.

Requirements:

• A degree in electronics/software engineering or similar discipline.
• Industry experience in C/C++ for microcontrollers.
• Experience in real-time application development and firmware from concept to product.
• Ability to read PCB schematics and datasheets; experience testing/debugging PCBs.
• Proficiency with tools like Altium, MATLAB, Confluence, JIRA.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills for collaboration with global teams.
• Willingness to travel for testing and commissioning.

Preferred skills:

• Experience with STM32 or ARM CORTEX-M microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of FPGA languages (VHDL, Verilog) and Embedded Linux.
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink, Python, JavaScript.
• Experience with communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, USB).
• Knowledge of digital control applications and power electronics.

Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid working in West London.
• Employee equity options.
• Competitive pension plan.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and low-carbon travel incentives.

Why apply?

• Work on impactful projects shaping green energy.
• Engage in innovative, challenging work with experts.
• Join a rapidly scaling company with growth opportunities.

We value diversity and encourage all passionate individuals to apply, regardless of whether they meet every requirement.