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Embedded Software Engineer Salisbury Upto £60,000 We are recruiting an Embedded Software Engineer to join a long-established engineering and manufacturing business based just outside Salisbury. The company designs and builds precision weighing and automation systems used worldwide in pharmaceutical, healthcare, and industrial environments. This is a hands-on design role where the … Embedded Software Engineer will work on real-time embedded systems that directly interface with electronic hardware. All design, development, and testing is carried out in-house, offering excellent variety and ownership across the full product lifecycle. The Embedded Software Engineer role includes: Designing and developing embedded software in C/C++ … for ARM and STM32 microcontrollers Working closely with electronics engineers to define hardware and software interfaces Developing low-level drivers and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, USB) Working with RTOS and bare-metal environments Supporting system integration, prototype development, and in-house testing Debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analysers and JTAG tools Improving performance, reliability and maintainability across the embedded More ❯

Senior Embedded Software Engineer £60-70k St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking for a … Senior Embedded Software Engineer. You ll be responsible for developing firmware & software, leading the software development team, and innovating the next generation of concepts. Responsibilities as an Embedded Software Engineer: Design, develop, optimise, and thoroughly test firmware and software for execution on bare-metal processors and embedded Linux/RTOS platforms … Lead a cross-functional team of hardware and software engineers to define the requirements and lead the software development life cycle Requirements: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS-based systems, with high proficiency in high-performance C/C++. Extensive knowledge of various communication protocols (e.g., TCP/UDP, SPI/ More ❯

Senior/Lead Embedded Software Engineer | £60-70k | St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking … for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer. Youll be responsible for developing firmware & software, leading the software development team, and innovating the next generation of concepts. Responsibilities as an Embedded Software Engineer: Design, develop, optimise, and thoroughly test firmware and software for execution on bare-metal processors and embedded Linux/RTOS … platforms Lead a cross-functional team of hardware and software engineers to define the requirements and lead the software development life cycle Requirements: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS-based systems, with high proficiency in high-performance C/C++. Extensive knowledge of various communication protocols (e.g., TCP/UDP, SPI 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 ❯

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 ❯

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 ❯

Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.? As Senior Embedded Software Engineer, working in an agile team of software engineers you will get to work on the design, implementation, test and integration of embedded software and supporting … applications. Your software engineering skills will be key in SEAs delivery of a range of products and systems to our customers. The Senior Embedded Software Engineer can be based from any of our sites (Bristol, Barnstaple or Beckington) with flexible and home working. The salary for this role is up to £65k, depending on experience. What … you'll be doing Software design & development Design of software components and interfaces Implementation, testing and integration of software Diagnosis and remediation of faults Mentoring and supporting junior developers within the team Bid & Proposal Support, agree software work packages (scope, estimates, costs) Define software elements of solutions to support bids and enquiries What we're 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 ❯

Our esteemed client, a trusted partner of the UK's Ministry of Defence, are seeking the expertise of a Low-Level Embedded Software Engineer. The selected candidate will deliver real-time solutions for advanced in-house weapons. The engineer will be part of a team responsible for the entire software product, from design, development, building, integration … and testing to support. As a Low-Level Embedded Software Engineer, the successful candidate will join the Embedded Software team in Bristol. They will work towards developing real-time software solutions for Missile Units and Subsystems produced internally. Key Responsibilities: As a Low Level & Security software engineer, you will be responsible for … developing one or more of our internally developed security solutions and bespoke product lines throughout its/their life cycle. What do you need?: Required: Embedded C programming & debugging Hardware/software integration experience Experience working to standards Experience with ARM processors Basic Linux skills Desirable Full software lifecycle experience (design, development, and testing) Knowledge of Real More ❯

Job Title: Lead/Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location: Gloucester (On-Site Working) Salary: Up to £85,000 (Depending on Experience) Summary of Vacancy: We’re currently recruiting for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer on behalf of a cutting-edge Security Research & Development organisation. This organisation is focused on low-level, security-related development … in embedded systems, and is building novel and secure solutions that push technical boundaries. You’ll be working in a deeply technical, collaborative environment that prioritises engineering excellence. As a Principal Engineer, you’ll lead development efforts for secure embedded systems, working hands-on with code while also guiding and mentoring others. You’ll collaborate with researchers … to prototype new capabilities and deliver high-integrity software across a wide range of platforms. Key Responsibilities: Develop robust, efficient embedded software with a focus on security and performance. Work across the full stack—from low-level hardware interaction up to application logic—depending on project needs. Use your deep understanding of systems to write clean, reliable More ❯

Job Title : Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location : Bristol City Centre - 3 Days Per Week On-Site Salary - Up to £72,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience) Summary: This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with a passion for leadership and a background in safety-critical embedded software to step into a … high-impact role, driving both technical delivery and team performance. Responsibilities : Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of embedded software engineers in a collaborative and high-performing environment. Overseeing the full software development lifecycle – from requirements and design through to implementation, testing, and maintenance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including project management and QA, to ensure seamless … Troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges while managing risk and maintaining timelines. Driving continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and supporting professional growth within your team. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience in embedded software development within a safety-critical environment. Solid understanding of embedded systems and RTOS Strong programming skills in C and assembler. Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability More ❯

Job Title : Principal Embedded Software Engineer Location : Bristol City Centre - 3 Days Per Week On-Site Salary - Up to £72,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience) Summary: This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with a passion for leadership and a background in safety-critical embedded software to step into a … high-impact role, driving both technical delivery and team performance. Responsibilities : Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of embedded software engineers in a collaborative and high-performing environment. Overseeing the full software development lifecycle – from requirements and design through to implementation, testing, and maintenance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including project management and QA, to ensure seamless … Troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges while managing risk and maintaining timelines. Driving continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and supporting professional growth within your team. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience in embedded software development within a safety-critical environment. Solid understanding of embedded systems and RTOS Strong programming skills in C and assembler. Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability 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 ❯

Are you fascinated by embedded technologies and eager to work on innovative software projects? Take a look at this position! Witekio helps device makers bring their products to life with world-class software! With 20+ years of experience and a team of 160+ passionate engineers, we work across many industries to help our clients accelerate time to … market, level up products and reduce project risks. We love to solve problems with design and technology, we offer full-stack, edge-to-cloud embedded development services. Witekio is headquartered in Lyon and has five office locations across four countries, including the USA, UK, France, and Germany. Witekio is also part of Avnet - a Fortune 500 company. Want to … know more? Have a look to our case studies: https://witekio.com/category/case-studies/We are looking for Embedded Software Engineer (Embedded Linux) who shows enthusiasm for new technical solutions, services and devices and is not afraid to think outside the box. Based in our North Bristol office, you will join More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer Salisbury Upto £60,000 We are recruiting an Embedded Software Engineer to join a long-established engineering and manufacturing business based just outside Salisbury. The company designs and builds precision weighing and automation systems used worldwide in pharmaceutical, healthcare, and industrial environments click apply for full job details More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer Bristol, full time onsite 65ph, UMB, inside IR35 Initial 6-month contract SC must be in place prior to starting this contract Overview of department: MBDA is a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable Engineers to join our Development Facility in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. You will be … responsible for developing the software through the full lifecycle for safety related real-time systems application software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a technical hands-on role working the full software lifecycle. Responsibilities: Responsible for delivering the on-board software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a hands-on … role and will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing missile subsystem software to required standards and processes. Skillset/experience required: Minimal: (Good) Authoring Specifications through the full lifecycle: planning, design and test documents. Experience of working with formal requirements capture tool. Requirements Analysis Experience Knowledge of Source Configuration Control Processes (e.g., PVCS, RTC, GIT) Very Good attention to More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer Bristol, full time onsite £65ph, UMB, inside IR35 Initial 6-month contract SC must be in place prior to starting this contract Overview of department: MBDA is a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable Engineers to join our Development Facility in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. You will be … responsible for developing the software through the full lifecycle for safety related real-time systems application software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a technical hands-on role working the full software lifecycle. Responsibilities: Responsible for delivering the on-board software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a hands-on … role and will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing missile subsystem software to required standards and processes. Skillset/experience required: Minimal: (Good) Authoring Specifications through the full lifecycle: planning, design and test documents. Experience of working with formal requirements capture tool. Requirements Analysis Experience Knowledge of Source Configuration Control Processes (e.g., PVCS, RTC, GIT) Very Good attention to More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer Bristol, full time onsite £65ph, UMB, inside IR35 Initial 6-month contract SC must be in place prior to starting this contract Overview of department: MBDA is a world leader in missile and missile systems looking for a highly capable and adaptable Engineers to join our Development Facility in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. You will be … responsible for developing the software through the full lifecycle for safety related real-time systems application software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a technical hands-on role working the full software lifecycle. Responsibilities: Responsible for delivering the on-board software for the next generation of Missile Systems. This is a hands-on … role and will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing missile subsystem software to required standards and processes. Skillset/experience required: Minimal: (Good) Authoring Specifications through the full lifecycle: planning, design and test documents. Experience of working with formal requirements capture tool. Requirements Analysis Experience Knowledge of Source Configuration Control Processes (e.g., PVCS, RTC, GIT) Very Good attention to More ❯

Senior/Lead Embedded Software Engineer £60-70k St. Ives If you want to develop yourself from a Senior to a Lead engineer with a leading company developing extremely precise systems. This is the role for you. Platform Recruitment is partnered with a global leader in extremely responsive control software for industrial automation, looking … for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer click apply for full job details More ❯

Embedded Software Engineer Bristol £50,000-£55,000 Hybrid My client is a design and technology consultancy specialising in IoT, embedded systems, and connected devices. They partner with global leaders in defence, medical, industrial, and energy sectors to design and deliver innovative, production-ready technology. Their multidisciplinary team brings together electronics, firmware, software, mechanical design … and manufacturing expertise under one roof. Role Overview Were looking for a Senior Embedded Engineer to join a growing team in Bristol This is a client-facing role working directly with major global clients on multiple concurrent projects across diverse sectors. The work is varied, fast-paced, and highly rewarding, offering the opportunity to develop advanced IoT and … embedded systems from concept through to production. This position represents a major career growth opportunity. As my client continues to expand, they are establishing firmware as a distinct and autonomous function within the business. Youll initially take ownership of the embedded function within a key project, then help define the future of the department shaping its processes, standards More ❯

Job Title : Embedded Software Engineer Salary : Up to £50,000 (Depending on Experience) Location : Bristol (Hybrid) Job Overview: Zenovo is looking for talented Embedded Software Engineers (minimum 2 years’ commercial experience) to work hybrid with our Bristol-based client. You’ll be contributing to projects within a regulated industry, where excellence in software development … is essential. In this role you will be involved in the ongoing development of software for Real-Time Operating Systems, working to recognised safety standards, and delivering high-quality design and test documentation. Key Skills Required: Proficient in C and Assembly programming languages Skilled in Embedded Systems Design and implementation Experienced in software development within controlled and … regulated environments Proficient in working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Strong low-level embedded engineering experience across diverse hardware platforms, including Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, and Cortex-A7 Experienced in software requirements management and configuration control Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) Benefits : - Annual Salary Review - Performance Related Bonus - Enhanced Company Pension Contribution More ❯

Job Title : Embedded Software Engineer Salary : Up to £50,000 (Depending on Experience) Location : Bristol (Hybrid) Job Overview: Zenovo is looking for talented Embedded Software Engineers (minimum 2 years' commercial experience) to work hybrid with our Bristol-based client. You'll be contributing to projects within a regulated industry, where excellence in software development … is essential. In this role you will be involved in the ongoing development of software for Real-Time Operating Systems, working to recognised safety standards, and delivering high-quality design and test documentation. Key Skills Required: Proficient in C and Assembly programming languages Skilled in Embedded Systems Design and implementation Experienced in software development within controlled and … regulated environments Proficient in working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Strong low-level embedded engineering experience across diverse hardware platforms, including Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, and Cortex-A7 Experienced in software requirements management and configuration control Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) Benefits : - Annual Salary Review - Performance Related Bonus - Enhanced Company Pension Contribution More ❯

Job Title : Embedded Software Engineer Location : Bristol (3 Days Working On-Site Per Week) Salary : Up to £55,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience) Please Note, No VISA Sponsorship can be offered for this position. Vacancy Overview: This position will see you working in a well-established organisation and team of 40+ engineers who are pioneering … control systems, dynamics, hydraulics, motors, generators, sensors, electronics, data science, signal processing, microcontrollers, and software. Within the team you'll be tasked with the design and development high-performance embedded software and firmware for next generation products along with the maintenance and improvement of current ones. Responsibilities: Design and develop firmware to support product updates and new product … introductions. Create embedded firmware for safety critical products along with supporting interface and communication systems. Maintain, update, and extend legacy firmware systems. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs in embedded firmware. Use task-tracking tools (e.g., Jira) to log issues, manage workflow, and coordinate development activities. Analyse design challenges and propose effective technical solutions. Install, configure, and maintain development More ❯

Job Title : Embedded Software Engineer Location : Bristol (3 Days Working On-Site Per Week) Salary : Up to £55,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience) Please Note, No VISA Sponsorship can be offered for this position. Vacancy Overview: This position will see you working in a well-established organisation and team of 40+ engineers who are pioneering … control systems, dynamics, hydraulics, motors, generators, sensors, electronics, data science, signal processing, microcontrollers, and software. Within the team you ll be tasked with the design and development high-performance embedded software and firmware for next generation products along with the maintenance and improvement of current ones. Responsibilities: Design and develop firmware to support product updates and new product … introductions. Create embedded firmware for safety critical products along with supporting interface and communication systems. Maintain, update, and extend legacy firmware systems. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs in embedded firmware. Use task-tracking tools (e.g., Jira) to log issues, manage workflow, and coordinate development activities. Analyse design challenges and propose effective technical solutions. Install, configure, and maintain development More ❯

Job Title : Embedded Software Engineer Location : Bristol (3 Days Working On-Site Per Week) Salary : Up to £55,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience) Please Note, No VISA Sponsorship can be offered for this position. Vacancy Overview: This position will see you working in a well-established organisation and team of 40+ engineers who are pioneering … control systems, dynamics, hydraulics, motors, generators, sensors, electronics, data science, signal processing, microcontrollers, and software. Within the team you’ll be tasked with the design and development high-performance embedded software and firmware for next generation products along with the maintenance and improvement of current ones. Responsibilities: Design and develop firmware to support product updates and new product … introductions. Create embedded firmware for safety critical products along with supporting interface and communication systems. Maintain, update, and extend legacy firmware systems. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs in embedded firmware. Use task-tracking tools (e.g., Jira) to log issues, manage workflow, and coordinate development activities. Analyse design challenges and propose effective technical solutions. Install, configure, and maintain development More ❯