Embedded Software Engineer - Consultant
Experienced Embedded Software Engineer - Consultant
Cambridge, United Kingdom, Full-timeRole Type: ExperiencedContract Type: PermanentTechnical Discipline: SoftwareDepartment: Deep Tech
We are looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to take a leading role in the design, architecture and delivery of complex software-enabled systems.
This position is ideal for an engineer looking to expand beyond hands-on development into systems architecture, technical leadership and multidisciplinary problem solving, while remaining closely involved in embedded software engineering.
You will work alongside software, electronics, systems and mechanical engineers to develop innovative products across a variety of industries and technologies.
Responsibilities:
Design and develop embedded software and firmware for complex embedded devices and physical products
Define software and system architectures for connected and embedded systems
Lead technical delivery across software, electronics and systems engineering teams
Solve integration, performance and reliability challenges across complex systems.
Work closely with stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to define technical solutions
Mentor engineers and contribute to technical decision-making and best practices
Support the development of innovative technologies across a range of sectors and applications
Requirements:
Essential
Degree (2:1 or above) in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or a related subject
Commercial experience developing embedded software, firmware or device software
Experience working on complex embedded systems or hardware-based products.
Strong understanding of systems architecture, integration and software design.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Desirable
Cloud-connected systems experience
Cyber security knowledge
Application software development experience
AI/ML exposure.
Experience working within regulated environments
Previous technical leadership or mentoring responsibilities.
What You'll Gain
Exposure to a wide range of embedded technologies, industries and challenging engineering problems
Opportunities to influence system architecture and technical direction
Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams on innovative product development
Development of technical leadership and consulting expertise
Benefits
Annual performance-related bonus
Long-term share incentive scheme
Enhanced pension contribution
Private medical insurance
Free onsite meals
Life assurance
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Enhanced parental leave
Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes
Relocation support where applicable
How to apply:
Please email Ella Atkinson with your updated CV and a time thats best to call, or apply here.
Look foward to hearing from you!