Software Engineer

Penguin Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturer is seeking a skilled Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer in North Yorkshire. This role involves designing and developing embedded systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize product performance. Ideal candidates will have experience in C/C++ development and a strong knowledge of ARM processors and FPGA systems. The position offers a salary between £45,000 and £60,000 with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Ongoing professional development

Influence full lifecycle product development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in embedded C / C++ development and firmware design.
• Strong knowledge of ARM Cortex processors and FPGA architecture.
• Understanding of digital signal processing and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing embedded software and firmware from concept to release.
• Programming ARM-based microcontrollers and FPGA systems.
• Implementing real-time systems and signal processing algorithms.
• Collaborating with hardware engineers to integrate and optimise product performance.
• Contributing to design documentation, testing, and validation processes.

Skills

Embedded C / C++ development

Knowledge of ARM Cortex processors

FPGA architecture

Digital signal processing

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer
Location: North Yorkshire (Hybrid Options Available)
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

A leading UK manufacturer of intelligent measurement and monitoring equipment is seeking a skilled Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer to join its innovative product design and development team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of embedded systems design, creating cutting‑edge solutions used across global industries.

As a Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and refine firmware and embedded software for precision instrumentation and smart devices. You’ll collaborate closely with electronics, hardware, and product teams to bring ideas from prototype to production—ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability at every stage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working options from the Scarborough HQ
• Pension scheme and private healthcare
• Ongoing professional development and training support
• Opportunity to influence full lifecycle product development

Duties

• Designing and developing embedded software and firmware from concept to release
• Programming ARM-based microcontrollers and FPGA systems (VHDL / Verilog)
• Implementing real‑time systems and signal processing algorithms
• Collaborating with hardware engineers to integrate and optimise product performance
• Contributing to design documentation, testing, and validation processes

Skills and experience required

• Proven experience in embedded C / C++ development and firmware design
• Strong knowledge of ARM Cortex processors and FPGA architecture
• Understanding of digital signal processing and system integration
• Experience with product design, test, or measurement systems advantageous
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills

If this role is of interest, or you are looking for other roles in Engineering or Product Development, please contact Aidan Morgan at Penguin Recruitment.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.