Senior Embedded Software Engineer

We are partnered with a globally recognised leader in Human-Machine Interface technology who are seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. Based in Nottinghamshire, with roots dating back to the 1940s and a long-standing reputation for innovation, this company designs and manufactures devices demanding applications including medical, marine, defence, aerospace, industrial, and air traffic control. As part of a respected international group, they maintain high-quality standards and export the products worldwide.

This is an opportunity to join their market-leading R&D team and lead the design, development, and implementation of embedded software and firmware for cutting-edge electronic HMI products.

Key Responsibilities for this Senior Embedded Software Engineer:

• Lead end-to-end software development: specification, design, implementation, testing, and documentation.
• Engineer firmware for embedded systems, including peripheral configuration and fault analysis.
• Architect layered software solutions for embedded portability.
• Work with protocols such as SPI, I2C, I2S, UART, USB, CAN, and Ethernet.
• Prepare technical specifications, test reports, and contribute to IP/innovation initiatives.
• Support production engineering-trialling and troubleshooting new developments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to senior engineers and cross-functional colleagues.
• Support proposals with technical estimates, timelines, and cost information.
• Manage firmware lifecycle and change controls.
• Assist in new process creation and technical risk management.

Qualifications & Experience Required for this Senior Embedded Software Engineer:

• BSc or MSc in Computer/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• At least 6 years of hands-on embedded C development experience within electronics or manufacturing.
• Experience in additional programming languages (e.g C++)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Audio
• Proficient with Git or similar version control systems.
• Demonstrated experience with bare-metal firmware development, layered architectures, and embedded testing (unit/automated).
• Exposure to task and issue tracking tools like Jira, and familiarity with IDE/toolchains and release management practices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Development of desktop utilities for product testing or customer interfaces.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to structure information for both internal and external audiences.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Excellent initiative, communication, and adaptability.

Salary & Benefits for this Senior Embedded Software Engineer role:

• Salary of up to £45,000 per annum.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Regular Monday to Friday office hours
• Annual bonus
• Highstreet discounts
• Career progression