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Embedded Software Engineer

London
£45k – £61k/yr
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Daintta - Embedded Software Engineer

Daintta are a rapidly growing, values-driven team of specialists who work with government clients across Cyber Security, National Security, Law Enforcement and Telecommunications. We are seeking a talented and motivated Embedded Software Engineer to join our team and contribute to our mission of protecting the UK through data-driven insights and solutions.

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will work closely with our public sector clients and project teams to design, develop, and implement embedded software solutions that meet our clients’ requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement high-quality embedded software solutions using industry best practices and coding standards
  • Develop clean, efficient, and well documented code, ensuring code quality through testing, debugging, and code reviews
  • Stay up to date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies in embedded software engineering and share your knowledge with the team
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to gather project requirements, analyse feasibility, provide technical recommendations, and contribute to project planning
  • Collaborate with project managers to ensure successful project delivery within the defined timelines and budget
  • Accurately deliver high quality work to agreed timelines and requirements, including taking the initiative on the most complex problems in a project
  • Supporting client engagements, including pitches and presentations
  • Helping to support & grow Daintta by actively inputting into the company strategy and helping to shape our future
  • Representing us and our core values: Transparent, Fair and Daring

Skills / Knowledge

Essential

The role requires the following key skills / knowledge, non-exhaustively:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, electronic and electrical engineering or related field
  • Professional experience as an embedded software engineer, preferably in a consultancy or industry setting
  • Proven experience developing firmware or low-level drivers in resource-constrained environments.
  • Expertise of system programming languages (C, C++, Rust, Ada) and experience managing memory allocation, threading, and real-time constraints.
  • Strong background in Unix/Linux operating systems, including kernel interaction or usage of RTOS
  • Hands-on experience with build systems (CMake, Bazel) and testing frameworks (e.g. Google Test).
  • Practical knowledge of modern software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum) and applying iterative design principles in conjunction with the client
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to find innovative solutions to complex technical challenges
  • Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and team members
  • Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly in fast-paced environments
  • A passion for delivering high quality software solutions that meet client expectations
  • Knowledge of software security principles and best practices

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Desirable

The following key skills are desirable, non-exhaustively:

  • Experience with a non-system language, including Python, Java or similar
  • Knowledge of database systems and proficiency in database query languages/tools
  • Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, containerization (Docker), and automated testing workflows.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud
  • Experience with FPGAs including development using VHDL or Verilog
  • Experience with RF, including SDRs

Location

Hybrid, with 2-3 days working from Daintta office (London or Cheltenham) or on client site as required.

What’s in it for you?

You will be joining the company at Daintta "Consultant" grade. In addition to being rewarded fairly for your contribution to the business, you get to work in a dynamic organisation that is agile and responsive. A business that is growing fast and where you get to drive and shape the future. A place where you are respected by everyone and your voice is important. Somewhere where you can be innovative and creative. A place where you have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of business from marketing to sales, to delivery and business operations.

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Benefits

We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally. Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

Time Off

  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • Up to 5 days annual training leave with a dedicated training budget
  • Up to 3 days annual volunteering leave - give back to the community
  • Competitive maternity, paternity, shared parental leave & compassionate leave

Health & Wellness

  • Comprehensive Private Health Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support services
  • £2,000 Flex Cash Allowance, paid pro-rata over the year

Financial Benefits

  • 5% pension contribution
  • Discretionary company awards and bonuses, based on performance and company targets

Professional Development

  • Up to £1,000 annual training budget (access to additional training and development budget via business case)
  • Up to 5 days annual training leave
  • 1 professional membership paid annually
  • Up to £200 of additional IT budget for new joiners

Perks

  • Free breakfast every Tuesday in the London office
  • Fortnightly drinks – in London
  • Regular social events, quizzes, and guest workshops
  • Huckletree perks – including gym and restaurant discounts
  • Employee referral programme
  • Monthly breakfast club in our Cheltenham office

Security Information

Due to clients’ requirements, all applications are strictly subject to security clearance requirements relevant to the role.

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Skills

Embedded software engineering
Firmware development
C
C++
Rust
Ada
Unix
Linux
RTOS
CMake
Bazel
Google Test
Agile
Scrum
Software security
Problem-solving

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

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