Software Engineer

eg technology Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Profit bonus (EOT)

Company pension

Professional development

EV salary sacrifice

Job summary

eg technology is seeking a Software Engineer with a science, engineering or mathematical background to tackle complex design challenges across embedded, desktop and mobile applications. You will contribute across the full software development lifecycle on a variety of client projects with high impact.

You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and apply rigorous software engineering principles to deliver safe, usable products.

Qualifications

• Good C++ and Python with experience in embedded, desktop, or mobile programming.
• Development experience across embedded software, RTOS/Linux, device drivers, communications, Bluetooth, UI, web apps and DevOps.
• Experience applying software engineering life cycle principles with verification and specification.
• Experience in regulated industries and/or consultancy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Help develop software solutions across client projects from concept to release.
• Develop software for regulated environments focusing on quality, safety and usability.
• Collaborate with electronics, mechanical engineering and project teams.
• Apply structured approaches to solve complex software challenges.
• Support clients in turning ideas into robust, reliable products.
• Continue to develop technical knowledge across varied project types.

Skills

C++

Python

Embedded

Desktop

Mobile

Software lifecycle

Regulated industries

Education

2:1 STEM degree

Job description

Are you a Software Engineer with a science, engineering or mathematical background who enjoys solving complex software design challenges? At eg technology, you’ll help develop meaningful products where quality, safety and usability are central to effective solutions.

About the role:

You’ll be involved across the full software development lifecycle, helping to take ideas from concept and detailed design through to prototyping, build and release. Working across a variety of client projects, you’ll apply and develop your technical skills while contributing to innovative products that make a real-world impact.

Your impact:

Within this role you will:

• Help develop innovative software solutions across a varied range of client projects, from early concept through to release.
• Developing software for regulated industries, where quality, safety and usability are central to successful outcomes.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including electronics, mechanical engineering, industrial design, human factors and project management.
• Apply a thoughtful and structured approach to solving complex software challenges.
• Support clients in turning ideas into robust, reliable and purposeful products.
• Continue to develop your technical knowledge while working across varied sectors and project types.

What you’ll bring:

• 1. Good C++ and Python with experience in embedded, desktop, or mobile programming.
• 3. Good application of the principles of software engineering, including specification and verification within the full software development life cycle.
• 4. Development experience in one or more embedded software, RTOS/Linux, device drivers, communications, Bluetooth, user interfaces, web applications, and DevOps.
• 5. Enthusiasm to work on the full spectrum of software projects (from embedded to cloud).
• 6. Previous experience of developing software for regulated industries and/or consultancy work would be advantageous.
• 7. A minimum of a relevant 2:1 STEM degree or equivalent.

Benefits of working with us:

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits for all of our employees, including:

• 25 days’ annual leave with the opportunity to buy-back additional holiday
• A discretionary profit bonus at the end of our financial year, a portion of which will be tax free through the EOT model*
• Generous matched contribution company pension scheme
• Investment in professional development and learning
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

* Being part of an Employee Ownership Trust has various benefits to our team, which we would be happy to share during the interview process.

About us:

eg technology is an integrated product design and engineering consultancy. Specialising in electronics, software and mechanical engineering, industrial design, human factors and project management. We are ISO 13485 accredited, complying with safety, risk management and traceability standards. Our engineers are world‑class and have the experience and passion to create exceptional products for our clients which not only make it to market but make a genuine impact once there. Our aim is to be the chosen product development company for both our clients and employees.

Although eg technology is an engineering company, our business is really about people. We value and support everyone who works with us, helping us to build long‑term relationships with both our employees and our clients.

The projects that we work on are exciting and interesting, and teamwork is key to our success. Collaboration, contribution, consideration and communication throughout the business are key to delivering results, both internally and externally.

We welcome international applications, but we are unable to offer sponsorship for work permits, so you will need to have the full right to live and work in the UK. Unfortunately, your application will be automatically rejected if you do not have these rights.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview, please contact us on [e-mail].

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