Urgent Hire - Embedded C++/C Linux Software Engineer - £50K - £55K

Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Evesham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Embedded/Firmware Software Developer to work 5 days onsite in Evesham. This role involves working on cutting-edge systems for the Electricity Distribution Industry. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in Embedded Software Development and strong C/C++ skills. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of energy technology.

Benefits

Work on mission-critical systems

Stability of an established SME

Collaborate in a new office and manufacturing facility

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience.
• Strong C/C++ skills.
• Expertise with Microchip PIC and/or STM32 microcontrollers.
• Ability to interpret circuit schematics and use oscilloscopes/logic analysers.
• Experience with Embedded Linux (Buildroot or similar).
• A strong focus on secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of energy technology at the forefront of smart grid innovation.
• Work hands-on with microcontrollers, Embedded Linux, and communication protocols.
• Build robust, scalable solutions for the Electricity Distribution Industry.

Skills

Embedded Software Development experience

C/C++ skills

Expertise with Microchip PIC and/or STM32

Circuit schematics interpretation

Embedded Linux experience

Secure coding practices

Job description

Overview

Embedded/Firmware Software Developer - C/C++
5 Days Onsite - Evesham, Worcestershire
Powering the Smart Grid Revolution

Are you a creative and driven Embedded Software Engineer ready to shape the future of energy technology? Join a dynamic product development team working at the forefront of smart grid innovation. My client's cutting-edge monitoring and control systems are deployed in electricity substations and control rooms worldwide, helping utility providers deliver more reliable, secure, and sustainable power networks. They’re looking for a seasoned Embedded/Firmware Developer with a passion for solving real-world engineering challenges. You\'ll be working hands-on with microcontrollers, Embedded Linux, and secure communication protocols to build robust, scalable solutions for the Electricity Distribution Industry and its evolving needs.

What You\'ll Bring:

• 5+ years of Embedded Software Development experience
• Strong C/C++ skills
• Expertise with Microchip PIC and/or STM32 microcontrollers
• Ability to interpret circuit schematics and use oscilloscopes/logic analysers
• Experience with Embedded Linux (Buildroot or similar)
• A strong focus on secure coding practices

Bonus Skills (Not Essential, But Awesome to Have):

• RS485, RS232, USB
• GSM/GPRS/3G, TCP/IP, SSL/TLS
• OTA firmware updates
• RTOS (eg, FreeRTOS), MODBUS, DNP3.0
• Automated build/test environments
• Brushless DC motor control
• MISRA/C++ standards

Why This Role?

• Be part of a tight-knit, agile team where your ideas matter
• Work on mission-critical systems that support national infrastructure
• Enjoy the stability of an established SME with a global footprint
• Collaborate in a brand-new office and manufacturing facility

Due to the nature of the work, this role is 5 days onsite in Evesham.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Contact (see below) to find out more