Embedded Engineer

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer

Salary £55k (DOE)
Location: Hybrid (25 mins south of Edinburgh city centre)
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a fast-paced, multidisciplinary product development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the design and delivery of embedded systems across a variety of exciting projects — from consumer electronics to regulated medical devices. You’ll be part of a collaborative and growing team working on products at the intersection of electronics, software, and mechanical design.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver high-quality embedded software for products and prototypes
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to define and implement software requirements
• Integrate embedded systems with sensors, digital interfaces, and interconnects
• Review software for compliance with functional and quality specifications
• Troubleshoot, debug and test complex embedded systems
• Contribute to full lifecycle product development – from requirements to release
• Document your designs clearly and to a high standard

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electronics, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field
• Minimum 3 years of relevant industry experience (post-graduation)
• Strong experience in Embedded C and/or C++
• Solid expertise in embedded software system design
• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers (e.g. ARM, MSP430, PIC)
• Working knowledge of RTOS, Linux or Windows environments
• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Solid understanding of software lifecycles and development methodologies
• Strong reviewing and documentation practices

Bonus Skills (Desirable, Not Required)

• Experience with Zephyr, FreeRTOS
• Development within regulated environments (e.g. medical devices)
• Wireless communication (e.g. Bluetooth / BLE)
• Serial communication protocols (USB, SPI, I2C, RS232)
• Familiarity with software design documentation (e.g. UML)

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary
• Flexible hybrid working: mix remote with time at our stunning studio south of Edinburgh
• Supportive work-life balance with flexible working patterns
• Equal share in company tax-free bonus scheme (after 12 months)
• Enhanced sick pay, parental leave and holiday allowance
• Salary sacrifice benefits including EV lease scheme, childcare support, gym memberships, and more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Join a collaborative team delivering innovative products for well-known and emerging brands

Ready to Apply?

If you're passionate about embedded systems and enjoy working in a collaborative, innovative environment — we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to help shape the future of technology-driven product design.

We’re moving quickly with this hire and encourage candidates of all experience levels to apply. If you meet at least 60% of the criteria listed above, we’d still love to hear from you — your skills and potential matter just as much as an ideal match on paper.