Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

We are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to develop high-quality, standards-compliant software for automotive systems.

This role focuses less on complex functionality and more on doing software engineering properly — with strong emphasis on traceability, structured architecture, and quality, while actively supporting our journey towards ASPICE Level 2 compliance.

The position also offers exposure to system-level definition and HW/SW integration, working closely with customers and cross-functional teams.

The Role

You will work within a disciplined yet dynamic, fast-paced and delivery-driven automotive engineering environment to:

• Develop software aligned to ASPICE Level 2 objectives (supporting the transition to full compliance)
• Ensure full traceability from customer/system requirements through to code and test.
• Develop software using a structured, layered architecture.
• Plan and deliver work in line with project timing using Jira.
• Produce clear, traceable test evidence and reports.
• Apply strong debugging and test skills to support integration and issue resolution.
• Work directly with customers to understand and help define system-level functionality.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define how requirements are partitioned across HW and SW.
• Contribute to system-level thinking, ensuring correct end-to-end behaviour.
• Take ownership (with support) of process improvements and efficiency gains, including ASPICE maturity development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software (C/C++) for automotive applications.
• Translate customer and system requirements into structured solutions.
• Maintain traceability across requirements, design, implementation, and testing.
• Follow defined architecture and coding standards.
• Support verification, integration, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate effectively within a cross-functional engineering team environment.
• Drive continuous improvement in process, quality, and delivery.
• Contribute to ASPICE development and audit readiness.
• Work with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, Ethernet).
• Debug software issues at system, ECU, and network level.
• Use Vector tools or equivalent automotive test and tools.

About You

• Experience (or strong academic background) in embedded C/C++.
• Understanding of structured or layered software development.
• Awareness of requirements traceability and V-model development.
• Experience or familiarity with automotive communication protocols, CAN, LIN.
• Comfortable working with customers and cross-functional HW/SW teams.
• Detail-focused, organised, and quality-driven.
• Strong debugging skills with a structured problem-solving approach.
• Experience with Vector tools or equivalent automotive test tools.
• Motivated to take ownership and drive improvements.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop.

Who This Role Suits

• Early-career or developing engineers building strong foundations.
• Engineers interested in software roles with system-level responsibility.
• Candidates motivated to help shape and improve engineering processes..
• Individuals looking to develop over 2–3 years before progressing.

What You’ll Gain

• Experience working towards ASPICE Level 2 compliance.
• Hands-on exposure to debugging, testing, and vehicle-level integration.
• Direct involvement with customers and system-level engineering.
• Opportunity to own and improve engineering processes.
• Supportive, delivery-focused team environment.
• Strong platform for future career progression.