Senior Software & Electronics Engineer

Codan; Whiteley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to develop broadcast products for motor racing and other applications. You will work on embedded software in Python and C++, design PCBs, and ensure product quality while collaborating with a dynamic team. Applicants should have strong programming skills, a degree in a relevant field, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers comprehensive benefits including annual leave, a pension plan, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

Generous pension plan, company match up to 9%

Company bonus scheme

Annual pay reviews (discretionary)

Personal approach to training and development

Employee Assistance Program

Income protection

Life assurance

Flexible core working hours

Onsite subsidized café

Qualifications

• Strong programming experience in C and/or C++ and/or Python.
• Proficiency with version control systems such as Git or SVN.
• Experience in embedded development environments and testing/debugging signal analysis.
• A degree or better in Electronics, Engineering, or Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software in Python and C++ for interfacing with systems.
• Design small-scale PCBs and contribute to schematic reviews.
• Create system designs by collaborating with the engineering team.
• Liaise with stakeholders to prioritize product requirements.
• Maintain quality processes to ensure robustness of products.

Skills

Programming in C and/or C++ and/or Python

Proficiency with version control systems (Git, SVN)

Understanding of electronics hardware

Embedded development environments and debugging

Agile team experience and software project tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)

Education

Degree or better in Electronics, Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Embedded Linux (Yocto, U-Boot)

FPGA design (VHDL/Verilog)

Docker

Job description

What will you be doing?

The Senior Design Engineer will contribute to the development of broadcast products tailored for motor racing, wireless cameras, and remote production applications, serving leading broadcast clients worldwide. Reporting to the Head of Broadcast Engineering, this role involves delivering complex, multi-platform system solutions with a strong focus on embedded software, hardware design, and system architecture.

Key Responsibilities Include :

• Developing embedded software in Python and C++ to interface with external systems, FPGAs, and onboard hardware, emphasizing modular, reusable, and user-friendly API design.
• Designing small-scale PCBs, selecting components, and contributing to schematic reviews, ensuring hardware meets regulatory and operational requirements.
• Creating system designs by understanding functional requirements and collaborating with the team to define interfaces and sub-systems.
• Liaising with stakeholders to identify, interpret, and prioritize product requirements, particularly for customer tenders and product evolution.
• Maintaining quality processes and engineering disciplines to deliver robust, high-quality products.
• Providing customer support during new product introductions, including remote and face-to-face engagement as needed.

About the Candidate :

The ideal candidate will have a systems-oriented mindset, combining deep expertise in embedded software and hardware design with strong problem-solving skills. This person will be proactive, detail-focused, and capable of working independently within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team. Effective communication and a collaborative approach to meeting customer requirements are essential.

To be successful in this role, the candidate will ideally have :

• Strong programming experience in C and / or C++ and / or Python
• An appreciation of electronics hardware
• Proficiency with version control systems such as Git or SVN
• Experience in embedded development environments and testing / debugging signal analysis
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Windows OS
• Knowledge of embedded Linux (Yocto, U-Boot), FPGA design (VHDL / Verilog), kernel driver development, and Docker is advantageous
• Understanding of broadcast domain standards, digital video, and IP networking is a plus
• Experience working in agile teams and using software project tools like JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket
• A Degree or better in Electronics, Engineering, or Computer Science
• Willingness to undergo SC Clearance and travel occasionally within the UK or overseas

Benefits and Culture

Our culture is supportive and collaborative. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team where we share our ideas and innovation is strongly encouraged. We are looking for someone with genuine passion for the job and a “can-do” attitude.

Our employees receive :

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank holidays
• A generous pension plan, company match up to 9%
• Company bonus scheme
• Annual pay reviews (discretional)
• A personal approach to training and development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Income protection
• Life assurance
• Flexible core working hours
• Open plan, modern office environment
• Onsite subsidized café

Enjoy working as part of a global organisation with teams in Whiteley, Hampshire; USA; Denmark, Singapore; Dubai and Australia.

DBS is committed to promoting a culture that supports personal development and embraces a diverse mix of employees throughout all levels of the organisation.

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