Embedded Systems Developer

We’re working with an established, international manufacturing business based in Newhaven, who are looking to bring in an experienced Embedded Systems Developer to join their Software Engineering team.

This is a hands-on role, where you’ll be involved across the full product lifecycle - from low-level firmware development through to system integration and testing - working on real-world, hardware-based products.

You’ll take responsibility for designing, developing and maintaining embedded software and firmware, working closely with hardware, firmware and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.

As an Embedded Systems Developer, your key responsibilities will include:

• Developing embedded software in C / C++ (and some C# where required)
• Writing low-level firmware (drivers, peripherals, comms interfaces)
• Supporting board bring-up and hardware/software integration
• Carrying out unit, integration and system-level testing
• Debugging and resolving complex hardware/software issues
• Contributing to design reviews and technical discussions
• Producing clear technical documentation and following best practice standards

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in embedded systems development (ideally within a manufacturing environment)
• Strong programming skills in C / C++ (C# beneficial)
• Experience with microcontroller architectures (e.g. ARM, Atmel)
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as:
• USB
• TCP/IP
• UART, I2C, SPI
• Bluetooth LE / wireless technologies
• Experience working with Linux and/or Windows OS platforms
• Familiarity with Git or other source control tools
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in embedded systems development or equivalent

Benefits, Hours & Salary:

• Up to £60,000 (dependent on experience & qualifications)
• Full time, permanent role – based in Newhaven
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Free parking
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan scheme

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.