Software Engineer

Copello Careers; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment agency is seeking Software Engineers in Thatcham. Candidates will design and develop embedded software for complex systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. A degree in a relevant field and proficiency in C/C++ or Rust are required, alongside eligibility for UK Government Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in software, electronics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C/C++ or Rust.
• Experience with embedded product development including RTOS or Linux.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded and application software.
• Collaborate to turn challenging requirements into reliable solutions.
• Drive innovation and quality across projects.

Skills

C / C++

Rust

Embedded product development

Software lifecycle understanding

Education

Degree in software, electronics, or related field

Job description

Copello are recruiting for Software Engineers, across various levels of experience, on behalf of an engineering business based out of either Maidenhead or Farnborough.

What Youll Do

• Design, develop, and test embedded and application software for complex, security focused systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to turn challenging requirements into robust, reliable solutions.
• Apply modern engineering practices, from object oriented design and automated testing to DevSecOps and continuous integration.
• Drive technical quality, innovation, and improvement across projects.

What You Bring

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in software, electronics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following :
• C / C++
• Rust
• Embedded product development (bare-metal or RTOS such as ThreadX, QNX, or Linux)
• Embedded Linux application, kernel, or driver development
• Strong understanding of software lifecycles, testing, and design for reliability.
• Eligible for UK Government Security Clearance