Software Engineer

Dennis Eagle; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health plan

Hybrid working

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Dennis Eagle is seeking a Software Engineer in Warwick to develop embedded software powering next-generation vehicles. You will design, implement, and test software for vehicle control systems, using MATLAB/Simulink and model-based approaches, while collaborating with the wider engineering team.

Responsibilities cover the full lifecycle from design to vehicle verification and commissioning, with a strong emphasis on safety, security, and cross-functional delivery in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded software in a production environment.
• Strong model-based software development skills.
• Experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software for vehicles and control systems throughout the development lifecycle.
• Design, develop and test embedded software; verify against requirements and vehicle testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver production-ready solutions.

Skills

Embedded software development

Model-based development

Vehicle communication protocols (CAN)

Software testing & debugging

Calibration

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree

Software Engineering degree

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

CAN bus

Job description

Role: Software 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

Salary: between £55,000 and £70,000 pa DOE

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our Software Team, helping to develop the embedded software that powers our 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

If you’re passionate about developing innovative software solutions and want to play a key role in the future of vehicle technology, we’d love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your development.

We recognise the importance of flexibility and offer a range of flexible and hybrid working arrangements where the nature of the role and business needs allow. If you’d like to understand what options may be available for this position, please contact our Recruitment team.

At Dennis Eagle, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a Disability Confident organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to succeed. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support you.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• 25 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Enhanced pension and life assurance: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme and provide life assurance cover of five times your basic salary.
• Enhanced family leave policies: Support for life’s important moments through our family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption and other family leave provisions.
• Health and wellbeing support: Company-funded Health Shield Medical Cash Plan, GP Anytime service, Occupational Health support and health surveillance.
• Employee support services: Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and Care Concierge service, providing practical, emotional, financial and wellbeing support when you need it.
• Career development opportunities: From role-specific training and apprenticeships to leadership and management development programmes, we’re committed to helping our people learn and grow.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save on commuting costs while supporting a healthier lifestyle.
• My Benefits platform: Access discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, health and wellbeing services, and more.
• Free independent mortgage advice: Expert guidance to help you make informed financial decisions.

Please don’t delay your application, this role could be filled at any time for the right candidate.

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