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Embedded Software Engineer

Birmingham
£47.6k – £61k/yr
Posted about 13 hours ago
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The Role

  • Develop bespoke software for embedded platforms (ESP32, Raspberry Pi, ARM-based boards).
  • Write and maintain C, C++, and/or Python code with peer review.
  • Assist with hardware interfacing and peripheral bring-up.
  • Participate in testing and debugging in lab and on customer sites.
  • Contribute to requirements refinement and feature implementation.
  • Support integration and deployment into secure environments.

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What You'll Need

  • Hands-on programming experience (academic, hobbyist, internship, or professional).
  • Working knowledge of C/C++ and/or Python.
  • Interest or experience in embedded systems development.
  • Basic understanding of hardware interfaces (serial, GPIO, SPI/I2C, etc.).
  • Familiarity with Linux environments and debugging fundamentals.
  • Must be eligible and willing to undergo DV clearance (British Citizen, UK residency last 10 years).

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What's On Offer

  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
  • Flexi-Time

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Skills

Embedded Systems Development
C
C++
Python
Hardware Interfacing
Peripheral Bring-Up
Testing
Debugging
Requirements Refinement
Feature Implementation
Integration
Deployment
Linux
Serial
GPIO
SPI

Location

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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