1 to 25 of 49 Contract Embedded Software Engineer Jobs in England

Embedded Software Engineer (ADA) 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £70ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using ADA? Do you have experience in Embedded Software? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Embedded Software Engineer (ADA), you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Developing Real Time Embedded Software in ADA on a power PC Testing the embedded Software Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem, and System level testing on both host and target platforms Running tests, analysing results, and using target test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes Documenting the Software Your skillset may include: Experience developing More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer (C) 6 month contract Based in Stevenage Offering £68ph Inside IR35 Do you have experience using C? Do you have experience in Embedded Software? Do you want to work with an industry-leading company? If your answer to these is yes, then this could be the role for you! As the Embedded Software Engineer (C), you will be working alongside a market-leading Defence and Aerospace company who are constantly growing and developing. They are always looking to bring on new talents such as yourself and further develop your skills to enable you to grow within the company and industry. You will be involved in: Developing, integrating, and testing … embedded Software Producing test requirements & test scripts for Unit, Subsystem, and System level testing on both host and target platforms Running tests, analysing results, and using target test facilities such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes Documentation and Design work in UML Your skillset may include: Experience with C Programming Language Experience testing software products for More ❯

Low-Level Embedded Software Engineer Location: Bristol, UK Duration: 6-month contract Rate: £65/hour (Umbrella) OR £49.70/hour (+£7.22/hour Holiday pay) Work Pattern: Fully on-site, compressed hours available We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or … who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC level minimum) Role Overview We are seeking a skilled Low-Level Embedded Software Engineer to support ongoing engineering programmes. This role involves the development, verification, and integration of embedded software solutions, ensuring high standards of quality, performance, and compliance across the full engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Develop … and maintain embedded software using C for real-time systems. Contribute to verification activities to ensure robust and reliable software delivery. Support integration of software on ARM-based processing platforms. Produce and review technical documentation, including design specifications. Engage with stakeholders to ensure technical alignment with project goals. Apply software engineering best practices and adhere More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer 12 Month Contract/Inside IR35/70-75 per hour/Hybrid Location: West Midlands Overview: This is a hands-on technical role for an Embedded Software Engineer to play a key part in the design and implementation of software for advanced power systems. You'll act as the … subject matter expert on embedded controls, supporting projects from concept through to validation, with significant input into hardware-software integration and system architecture. Core Scope & Focus Areas: Lead the embedded software effort across several concurrent projects involving power conversion technologies. Collaborate with systems, hardware, and electronics engineers to define interfaces and shape system behaviour. Take ownership … of controller development using microprocessors, DSPs, and microcontrollers, with an emphasis on real-time performance and reliability. Convert high-level system requirements into efficient, testable, low-level embedded code. Participate in system modelling, prototyping, hardware bring-up and test phases. Define and document communication interfaces with other system components. Challenge, refine and structure stakeholder requirements to improve development outcomes. More ❯

Our client, a renowned entity in the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking a Low-level Embedded Software Engineer to join their team in Bristol on a contract basis. Key Responsibilities: Developing embedded software using C/C++ languages for various defence-related systems. Undertaking software verification and validation to ensure robust and … reliable performance. Producing detailed design and technical documentation, including performing design reviews. Integrating software on real-time operating systems and ARM-based processing platforms. Collaborating with firmware and electronics design teams to ensure coherent system integration. Travelling infrequently to other UK sites, although this is expected to be minimal (quarterly at most). Job Requirements: Experience in developing embedded software with C/C++. Knowledge of Real Time Operating Systems is desirable. Understanding of verification processes and standards like DefStan 00-55 & DO178B/C. Proficiency in modern software development practices and restricted coding standards such as MISRA. Strong analytical and critical evaluation skills, with the ability to generate comprehensive design documentation. Awareness of deploying embedded More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive Safety) Hybrid - Hethel A leading automotive technology company is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to establish and manage the development environment for its next-generation safety-critical systems. This position will involve setting up and qualifying embedded toolchains, defining software processes in line with ISO 26262, and supporting … the entire safety lifecycle from requirements to validation. Essential Skills: Strong understanding of the ISO 26262 functional safety lifecycle, including ASIL levels and software tool qualification. Experience setting up embedded toolchains , including compilers, debuggers, and CI/CD for embedded systems. Proficiency with model-based design tools such as MATLAB and Simulink . Solid knowledge of real …/C++ compliance and using static analysis tools (e.g., Polyspace, QAC). Proven experience with requirements traceability tools such as DOORS, Polarion, or Jama . Hands-on experience with embedded software integration and validation in SIL, PIL, or HIL environments . This is an urgent role, and the hiring team is actively shortlisting candidates. Please apply with your More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer (Automotive Safety) Hybrid - Hethel A leading automotive technology company is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to establish and manage the development environment for its next-generation safety-critical systems. This position will involve setting up and qualifying embedded toolchains, defining software processes in line with ISO 26262, and supporting … the entire safety lifecycle from requirements to validation. Essential Skills: Strong understanding of the ISO 26262 functional safety lifecycle, including ASIL levels and software tool qualification. Experience setting up embedded toolchains , including compilers, debuggers, and CI/CD for embedded systems. Proficiency with model-based design tools such as MATLAB and Simulink . Solid knowledge of real …/C++ compliance and using static analysis tools (e.g., Polyspace, QAC). Proven experience with requirements traceability tools such as DOORS, Polarion, or Jama . Hands-on experience with embedded software integration and validation in SIL, PIL, or HIL environments . This is an urgent role, and the hiring team is actively shortlisting candidates. Please apply with your More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer - Real-Time Systems Rate: £50-55/hour (Outside IR35) Length: 6 Months Location: Bristol Join a team developing cutting-edge communication and control system s . You'll design and deliver the embedded software that powers advanced terminal technology - from real-time control logic to intuitive user interfaces and APIs. You … ll work in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to turn complex requirements into reliable, high-performance embedded solutions. What You'll Do Design, code, and test embedded software in C++ for real-time systems Translate requirements into robust, maintainable architecture and design documentation Debug and validate software on both simulated and target hardware … and integration tests Collaborate with other engineers to optimise system performance and reliability Contribute to continuous improvement within an agile workflow What You'll Bring Proven experience in C++ embedded software development Full lifecycle experience - design, development, testing, and maintenance Strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS environments Understanding of hardware interfaces (Serial, Ethernet, SPI, CAN, etc.) Skilled in More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer - Real-Time Systems Rate: 50-55/hour (Outside IR35) Length: 6 Months Location: Bristol Join a team developing cutting-edge communication and control system s . You'll design and deliver the embedded software that powers advanced terminal technology - from real-time control logic to intuitive user interfaces and APIs. You … ll work in an Agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to turn complex requirements into reliable, high-performance embedded solutions. What You'll Do Design, code, and test embedded software in C++ for real-time systems Translate requirements into robust, maintainable architecture and design documentation Debug and validate software on both simulated and target hardware … and integration tests Collaborate with other engineers to optimise system performance and reliability Contribute to continuous improvement within an agile workflow What You'll Bring Proven experience in C++ embedded software development Full lifecycle experience - design, development, testing, and maintenance Strong knowledge of Linux and FreeRTOS environments Understanding of hardware interfaces (Serial, Ethernet, SPI, CAN, etc.) Skilled in More ❯

Our client, a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence, is seeking an Embedded ADA Software Engineer to join their innovative software team in Stevenage. Youll help design, test, and deliver cutting-edge embedded solutions across a diverse tech stack. Working in a small, empowered team, youll lead with autonomy, collaborate cross-functionally, and … thrive in lab-based environments using scopes, analysers, and bespoke testing tools. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop real-time embedded software in ADA for PowerPC-based platforms. Conduct thorough testing and validation of embedded software components. Define and implement test requirements and scripts for unit, subsystem, and system-level testing across host and target environments. Execute … tests and analyse results using tools such as debuggers, probes, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes. Produce clear and structured software documentation to support design and development activities. What do you need?: Proven experience developing reliable, high-performance embedded software in ADA, with a focus on quality and documentation. Skilled in programming embedded systems on PowerPC platforms. Hands More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit an Embedded C Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. This role can be worked on a 4 day week basis. Hourly Rate: £68.00ph (Umbrella). Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at ‘time and … to Thursday). Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Embedded C Software Engineer Job Description: Join a growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to develop, test and deliver innovative solutions … by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision.You will need to be able to work independently and be self driven whilst providing some technical leadership. You will need to be very proactive and comfortable working with teams outside of the SW More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage is currently looking to recruit an Embedded C Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract. This role can be worked on a 4 day week basis. Hourly Rate: £68.00ph (Umbrella). Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard 37 hours per week, will be paid at time and … to Thursday). Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Embedded C Software Engineer Job Description: Join a growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to develop, test and deliver innovative solutions … by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. You will need to be able to work independently and be self driven whilst providing some technical leadership. You will need to be very proactive and comfortable working with teams outside of the More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Bristol is currently looking to recruit 2x Low level Embedded Software Engineer subcontractors on an initial 6 month contract. The role will likely be required to be onsite, but it can be worked on a 4-day week basis. Hourly Rate: £65.00 - £68.00ph (Umbrella). Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the … . Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Low level Embedded Software Engineer Job Description: The Real Time Infrastructure and Security Software team is tasked with supplying advanced solutions for our missile sub-systems, often developing state … of the art processing platforms. Interacting with a wider engineering team (including Software, Firmware and Hardware Teams), this role presents the opportunity to develop complex software solutions, as part of a deliverable product, deployed into missile programmes. In a collaborative and close-knit culture, we support each other to search for better. Skillset/experience required: Experience in More ❯

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and integration of embedded software for next-generation chemical and explosive trace detection products. Working within an Agile team of 4 to 6 engineers, you will collaborate closely with software and firmware engineers to deliver robust software solutions … running on ARM Cortex M33 microcontrollers and FreeRTOS real-time operating systems. Your role includes interpreting UML-based architectural designs, participating in design and code reviews, debugging, and maintaining software architecture and documentation. A regular on-site presence at the Hemel Hempstead site is required to facilitate close interaction with prototype and production hardware. Security clearance (BPSS on joining … and eligibility for SC clearance) is mandatory. Skills: Minimum 5 years' experience in embedded software development Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming Experience with ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers (Armv8-M, Cortex-M4, Cortex-M33, STM32) Familiarity with embedded real-time operating systems, especially FreeRTOS (also Keil RTX, ThreadX) Knowledge of embedded system design including hardware More ❯

Embedded C Software Engineer Location: Stevenage Contract: 6-Month Contract (Likely Extension) Rate: £51.98/hour PAYE (£59.54/hour incl. holiday) or £68/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC … level minimum) Overview This engineering role focuses on the development and implementation of embedded C software solutions for real-time systems. The successful candidate will work on-site within a collaborative engineering environment, contributing to the design and programming of embedded systems operating on bare-metal and real-time operating systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software using C for real-time applications. Implement and debug bare-metal software solutions. Develop software within real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. Apply UML methodologies for structured software design. Manage and trace software requirements using DOORS. Support testing, integration, and validation of embedded software. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the More ❯

Embedded C Software Engineer Location: Stevenage Contract: 6-Month Contract (Likely Extension) Rate: £51.98/hour PAYE (£59.54/hour incl. holiday) or £68/hour Umbrella We seek an engineer who has worked in a military/defence environment/industry within the last 12 months or who is capable of obtaining security clearance (SC … level minimum) Overview This engineering role focuses on the development and implementation of embedded C software solutions for real-time systems. The successful candidate will work on-site within a collaborative engineering environment, contributing to the design and programming of embedded systems operating on bare-metal and real-time operating systems. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software using C for real-time applications. Implement and debug bare-metal software solutions. Develop software within real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. Apply UML methodologies for structured software design. Manage and trace software requirements using DOORS. Support testing, integration, and validation of embedded software. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the More ❯

I am looking for an Embedded C++ Software Engineer to join my client my client in Bristol. As the Embedded C++ Software Engineer, you will work in part of a dynamic team to develop and deliver innovative solutions by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. Role: Embedded C++ Software Engineer … start Main tasks and responsibilities will include: To undertake a full range of engineering activities in line with relevant processes, quality and other requirements. In particular the development of software for real-time systems. The role will involve C++ code development and verification on Linux-based systems. The role will involve integration testing of COTS processing platforms with other More ❯

Embedded C++ Software Engineer - Defence Systems Location: Bristol Contract: 6 months (extension likely) Security Clearance: SC required Rate: 65/hour (via Umbrella) Work Pattern: Fully onsite, 4-day compressed week available Interview Process: Single-stage virtual/phone A leading defence manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Embedded C++ Software Engineer to support … a hands-on role within a high-integrity environment, contributing to the delivery of advanced technology solutions for national defence. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and verify multi-threaded C++ software for real-time applications. Integrate and test Linux-based platforms with complex subsystems. Debug and validate software in high-performance embedded environments. Essential Skills: Strong proficiency in More ❯

Embedded C++ Software Engineer - Defence Systems Location: Bristol Contract: 6 months (extension likely) Security Clearance: SC required Rate: £65/hour (via Umbrella) Work Pattern: Fully onsite, 4-day compressed week available Interview Process: Single-stage virtual/phone A leading defence manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Embedded C++ Software Engineer to support … a hands-on role within a high-integrity environment, contributing to the delivery of advanced technology solutions for national defence. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and verify multi-threaded C++ software for real-time applications. Integrate and test Linux-based platforms with complex subsystems. Debug and validate software in high-performance embedded environments. Essential Skills: Strong proficiency in More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit an Embedded ADA Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role will likely be required to be onsite, but it can be worked on a 4-day week basis. Hourly Rate: £70.00ph (Umbrella). Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard … to Thursday). Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Embedded ADA Software Engineer Job Description: Join the growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to develop, test and deliver innovative solutions … by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision.You will need to be able to work independently and be self driven whilst providing some technical leadership. You will need to be very proactive and comfortable working with teams outside of the SW More ❯

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit an Embedded ADA Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. The role will likely be required to be onsite, but it can be worked on a 4-day week basis. Hourly Rate: £70.00ph (Umbrella). Overtime Rate: Hours worked over the standard … to Thursday). Duration: 6 Months with very likely extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term thereafter. IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview Embedded ADA Software Engineer Job Description: Join the growing Software team in Stevenage, working as part of a dynamic team to develop, test and deliver innovative solutions … by exploiting a wide portfolio of software technologies. You will work as part of a small team and be empowered to work individually with little supervision. You will need to be able to work independently and be self driven whilst providing some technical leadership. You will need to be very proactive and comfortable working with teams outside of the More ❯

Embedded C++ Software Engineer (Senior/Principal) Location: Hampshire Contract length: 6 months Work model: 1 - 4 days per week in the office. (Flexible working is available, though this project will require regular onsite presence depending on project needs.) *Candidates must hold, or be able to obtain, SC clearance* The role We are supporting a client in … the defence sector who is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Integrated Sensors & Protection line of business. Direct industry experience is desirable but not essential. The role will involve developing a new generation of features and capabilities using innovative software solutions - and we need you to help create them. Essential: Bare-metal Embedded C++ software development Experience with Embedded interfaces (eg CAN bus, I2C, SPI, GPIO) Familiarity with tools and approaches to Embedded development Useful to have: C# application development Experience developing Windows & Linux applications Familiarity with the software life cycle processes Knowledge of configuration management tools (eg Git) Software design experience (eg SysML/UML) Test case/procedure More ❯

Embedded C++ Software Engineer - Defence Systems Location: Bristol Contract: 6 months (extension likely) Security Clearance: SC required Rate: £65/hour (via Umbrella) Work Pattern: Fully onsite, 4-day compressed week available Interview Process: Single-stage virtual/phone A leading defence manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Embedded C++ Software Engineer to support More ❯

Embedded C Software Engineer - Contract Join a dynamic software team in Stevenage, contributing to the development and testing of embedded systems for cutting-edge technology projects. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to work independently in a lab-based environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop, integrate, and test embedded software in C. Create and execute test scripts for unit, subsystem, and system-level testing. Use debugging tools including oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and probes. Contribute to design documentation using UML. Essential Skills: Proficient in Embedded C and bare-metal programming. Experience with ARM-based multi-core platforms. Familiarity with real-time operating systems (e.g. FreeRTOS, PikeOS). More ❯

Embedded C Software Engineer - Contract Join a dynamic software team in Stevenage, contributing to the development and testing of embedded systems for cutting-edge technology projects. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise and the ability to work independently in a lab-based environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop, integrate, and test embedded software in C. Create and execute test scripts for unit, subsystem, and system-level testing. Use debugging tools including oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and probes. Contribute to design documentation using UML. Essential Skills: Proficient in Embedded C and bare-metal programming. Experience with ARM-based multi-core platforms. Familiarity with real-time operating systems (e.g. FreeRTOS, PikeOS). More ❯