Why this role stands out
This hybrid Embedded Software Engineer role offers the chance to lead development for an award-winning tech company, shaping future products and mentoring junior engineers. If you have a strong background in embedded C/C++ and a passion for real-time systems, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with a competitive salary and benefits.
Quick overview
Job description
Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Bradford (Hybrid Working from Home)
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits
The Role
Our client, an innovative, award winning technology business, is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their team in Bradford. You'll lead the development of embedded systems, designing and implementing complex embedded software for systems, including real-time control and IoT connectivity.
The ideal candidate will live within commuting distance of Bradford and have at least 3 years' experience developing embedded software for production systems. You'll be strong in embedded C/C++, ideally comfortable with both RTOS and bare-metal development, and confident on ARM Cortex processors.
As well as hands-on development, you'll help shape the technical direction across several product lines, review code, improve performance and mentor other engineers. You'll work closely with hardware colleagues in an agile environment, taking products from concept through to production-ready systems in the field.
Skills & Experience Required
- Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related STEM subject
- 3+ years developing embedded software for production-ready systems
- Expert C/C++ for embedded systems, - RTOS (FreeRTOS ideally)
- ARM Cortex-M/A processors, ideally STM32
- Protocols including I2C, SPI, UART, Modbus, Ethernet and AT modem
- Git and CI/CD pipelines for embedded development
- Debugging with JTAG, oscilloscopes and logic analysers
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Energy management, control systems, smart grid or power electronics
- Embedded Linux and kernel customisation
- Cellular and wireless IoT protocols (LTE, CAT-M1, NB-IoT)
- Cybersecurity for embedded systems
What's on offer
- Up to £50,000 plus benefits
- Hybrid working
- The chance to shape technical direction across several product lines
- Working on technology that supports the energy transition
Apply today with an up-to-date CV and a member of the KO2 team will be in touch to discuss.
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