Software Design Engineer

Tech Connect Group; Warwick; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Connect Group is recruiting on behalf of our client for a Software Design Engineer to join their Software Team in Warwick. You will develop embedded software for vehicle control systems, design and test using MATLAB/Simulink, and support the lifecycle from design through verification to vehicle testing and commissioning, collaborating with cross‑functional engineers.

The role requires hands‑on production experience, strong model‑based development skills, and familiarity with CAN protocols,

Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded software in a production environment.
• Strong model-based software development skills.
• Experience working with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN.
• Experience of software testing, debugging and calibration.
• A degree in Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Developing embedded software for electric vehicle applications.
• Creating software using MATLAB/Simulink.
• Designing and implementing new software features and functionality.
• Supporting software verification, validation and testing activities.
• Developing test solutions to ensure requirements are met.
• Assisting with functional safety and cyber security activities.
• Supporting vehicle commissioning, testing and fault finding when required.
• Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver projects on time.

Skills

Embedded software

MATLAB/Simulink

CAN protocol

Testing & debugging

Calibration

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Job description

Software Design Engineer

Location: Warwick, CV34 6TE

Hours: 37 hours per week between 08:00 and 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 - 13:00 Friday

UK Based applicants only, NO Sponsorship

We're looking for a Software Design Engineer to join our client's Software Team, helping to develop the embedded software that powers their next generation of vehicles.

Working as part of a collaborative engineering team, you'll design, develop and test embedded software for vehicle control systems, turning requirements into robust, production-ready solutions. You'll be involved throughout the development lifecycle, from software design and verification through to vehicle testing and commissioning.

What you'll be doing

• Developing embedded software for electric vehicle applications
• Creating software using MATLAB/Simulink
• Designing and implementing new software features and functionality
• Supporting software verification, validation and testing activities
• Developing test solutions to ensure requirements are met
• Assisting with functional safety and cyber security activities
• Supporting vehicle commissioning, testing and fault finding when required
• Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver projects on time

What we're looking for

• Experience developing embedded software in a production environment
• Strong model-based software development skills
• Experience working with vehicle communication protocols such as CAN
• Experience of software testing, debugging and calibration
• A degree in Engineering, Software Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a team