Software/Firmware Engineer

Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Software/Firmware Engineer to design and develop innovative embedded software solutions. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary engineering team, ensuring high-quality standards while contributing to exciting projects. A competitive benefits package, including a profit-sharing scheme and a 9-day fortnight, supports this role.

Benefits

9-day fortnight

Competitive salary

Profit-sharing scheme

Stakeholder pension

Death-in-service cover

Qualifications

• Experience in application development using C# .NET is essential.
• Knowledge of C/C++ is advantageous.
• Full software lifecycle experience is required.
• Ability to think conceptually and deliver technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop software and firmware for product design.
• Produce design documentation including specifications.
• Implement strategies for new functions.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

C# .NET

C/C++

Android development (Xamarin)

Structured design methodology

Conceptual thinking

Education

Degree in Computer Science (2:1) or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Software/Firmware Engineer

Location: Sandwich, Kent

Contract: Permanent

Rate: Competitive

Our Client is seeking a skilled Software/Firmware Engineer to join their engineering team. This role involves designing, developing, and testing embedded software and applications for innovative products, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop software and firmware for product design within an integrated engineering team.
• Produce design documentation, including specifications, manuals, and test procedures.
• Implement strategies for new functions and maintain clear design records.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 standards and company procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and contribute to project success.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science (2:1) or equivalent experience.
• Experience in application development using C# .NET; knowledge of C/C++ advantageous.
• Familiarity with Android development (Xamarin) desirable.
• Full software lifecycle experience, including design, development, testing, and maintenance.
• Structured design methodology (UML or similar).
• Ability to think conceptually and deliver technical solutions under minimal supervision.
• Eligible for SC security clearance and hold a full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Electronics knowledge and independent verification experience.
• Track record in producing high-quality code in application or embedded environments.

Benefits

• 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off).
• Competitive salary, profit‑sharing scheme, stakeholder pension, and death‑in‑service cover.
• Rewards and recognition programme and employee engagement initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineer to work on cutting‑edge projects and contribute to innovative software solutions.

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