Senior R&D Engineer (Firmware Development)

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior R&D Engineer in Firmware Development, where your expertise in embedded systems will contribute to life-saving technology. This exciting role allows you to design innovative firmware solutions that impact various sectors, including transport and public infrastructure. Enjoy a collaborative work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and hybrid working options. If you're passionate about making a difference through technology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

4% employer pension contribution

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Additional celebration and volunteering days

EV and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• 10+ years of firmware development experience with a successful project track record.
• Strong proficiency in C programming for embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop embedded firmware for life safety systems.
• Collaborate with R&D team to deliver high-quality solutions.

Skills

C programming

Embedded systems

Microcontrollers

Communication protocols

IDE proficiency

Job description

Senior R&D Engineer Firmware Development
East Sussex GBP45-55k dependent on experience Bonus + Private Medical + Hybrid Options

Are you an experienced firmware developer with a passion for creating innovative, life-saving technology? We are working with a market-leading manufacturer of specialist electronic safety systems who is looking to grow their R&D team with a highly skilled Senior Firmware Engineer.

This is a rare chance to play a critical role in the development of groundbreaking embedded solutions used across the globe, all within a collaborative, friendly, and forward-thinking working environment.

What you'll be doing:

1. Designing and developing embedded firmware for cutting-edge life safety systems
2. Working on projects that impact sectors such as transport, retail, leisure, and public infrastructure
3. Collaborating with a skilled R&D team to deliver high-quality, industry-compliant solutions
4. Supporting the full development cycle from concept through testing and release

What we're looking for:

1. Strong proficiency in C programming for embedded systems
2. Extensive experience with microcontrollers, peripherals, and communication protocols
3. Confidence working across multiple IDEs and board support packages
4. At least 10 years of experience in firmware development with a successful project track record
5. A self-driven, detail-oriented individual who thrives both independently and as part of a team

What’s in it for you:

1. Competitive salary (DOE) + profit-related bonus
2. Private medical insurance & life assurance
3. 4% employer pension contribution
4. Hybrid working options after probation
5. 20 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 25 with service
6. Additional celebration and volunteering days
7. EV and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
8. Employee assistance programme and more!

This role offers the chance to work on meaningful technology that makes a real difference, while enjoying excellent benefits and a strong team culture. If you're ready for your next challenge in embedded systems development, we want to hear from you.

This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment

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