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Embedded Software Engineer
Embedded Software Engineer 📍 Cambridge | Hybrid Working
We're working with an innovative engineering business developing advanced communications and networking technology used across highly regulated, mission-critical environments. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an Embedded Software Engineer to their software team. This is an opportunity to work on complex embedded systems, developing software at the heart of cutting-edge hardware platforms.
The Role
- Development of embedded Linux applications and platforms
- Firmware development within RTOS and bare-metal environments
- Board bring-up, debugging, and system diagnostics
- Designing communication protocols and networking interfaces
- Work with TCP/IP, CAN, SPI, I²C, UART, and other low-level protocols
- Development of secure communication methods and system hardening solutions
- Collaboration closely with hardware, FPGA, and systems engineering teams
- Troubleshooting complex embedded software and networking challenges
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What We’re Looking For
- Strong commercial experience developing embedded software in C/C++
- Experience working with embedded Linux environments
- Knowledge of RTOS development and/or bare-metal programming
- Hardware bring-up and debugging experience
- Understanding of networking protocols and communication interfaces
- Strong problem-solving skills with a passion for developing complex engineering solutions
Desirable Experience Includes:
- Yocto Linux
- Zephyr RTOS
- ARM Cortex devices
- Python
- Linux kernel, bootloaders, and device drivers
- Secure networking and encryption technologies


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What’s On Offer?
- Work on technically challenging products from concept through deployment
- Collaborative engineering environment
- Exposure to next-generation communications and networking technology
- Clear opportunities for career progression and technical development
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Security Clearance Requirements
Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible for SC Security Clearance. To be considered, you must have:
- Lived continuously in the UK for the last 5 years
- The right to work in the UK
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