Senior Product Development Engineer

GRUNDFOS; Tadworth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Grundfos in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to own firmware and software on RTOS and Linux platforms, connecting sensors and telemetry to cloud services for water utilities. You will lead development from NPI to releases, mentor engineers, and drive automated testing and CI pipelines, while ensuring cyber security and reliable data collection.

The role emphasizes hands-on embedded work with C/C++, TCP/IP, and experience with Modbus/RS-485, offering a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of C/C++ embedded development experience.
• Detailed knowledge of embedded systems, RTOS, TCP/IP networking and serial communications (RS-485).
• Working knowledge of electronics and systems integration including microcontrollers, ADCs, power supplies, and transceivers.
• Understanding of cyber security principles for embedded platforms and experience with CI/build systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain firmware on RTOS and Linux platforms, ensuring reliable data collection from sensors to cloud/server systems.
• Drive automated testing methodologies and CI pipelines to improve release quality.
• Mentor less experienced engineers, conduct code reviews, and promote best practices including cyber security.
• Break down high-level requirements into measurable tasks and lead development from NPI through to releases.
• Resolve escalated customer issues across the full stack and contribute to documentation and training.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded systems

RTOS

CI/CD

Cyber security

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering

Computer Science related degree

Tools

Jira

Git

Linux

Modbus

RS-485

Job description

Are you an experienced embedded engineer ready to take ownership of firmware platforms that keep critical water infrastructure connected and intelligent? Then join us in our mission to pioneer smarter solutions for moving and transforming water, reducing energy consumption, and enhancing quality of life for people.

As our new Senior Product Development Engineer, you will be developing firmware and software on bespoke RTOS and Linux-based hardware platforms, architecting solutions that connect sensors and telemetry units to cloud technologies for the water utility industry. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture, that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.

What you will be doing:

As a key part of the Devices Development team, you'll create impact by Delivering reliable, secure embedded solutions that enable water utilities to monitor and manage critical infrastructure through real-time data collection and connectivity.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Architect, develop, and maintain firmware codebases on RTOS and Linux platforms, ensuring reliable data collection from sensors and telemetry units to cloud/server systems
• Drive automated testing methodologies and CI pipelines to improve release quality and reduce manual verification effort
• Mentor less experienced engineers, conduct code reviews, and raise awareness of best practices including cyber security
• Break down high-level requirements into measurable tasks and lead development activities from New Product Introduction through to quality-assured releases
• Resolve escalated customer issues across the full system stack — sensor, telemetry, communications, and software — and contribute to customer documentation and training

What Makes You a Great Fit

Above all, you are a hands-on embedded engineer with deep C/C++ expertise, strong ownership mentality, and the ability to lead technical initiatives while mentoring others in a collaborative team environment. We would also imagine that you have:

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline with 5+ years of C/C++ embedded development experience
• Detailed knowledge of embedded systems, RTOS, TCP/IP networking, and serial communications (e.g. RS-485)
• Working knowledge of electronics and systems integration including microcontrollers, ADCs, power supplies, and transceivers
• Understanding of cyber security principles for embedded platforms and experience with continuous integration and build systems

It is a plus if you also have:

• Experience with Linux-based embedded development and/or desktop application development (e.g. C# WPF) or cloud computing
• Knowledge of industrial PLCs and protocols such as Modbus or DF1
• Experience using agile methodologies and ticketing systems such as Jira

Why you will love working here

We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:

• A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
• Annual bonuses, health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
• Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
• Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programmes to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.

We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.

To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn or visit grundfos.com