Embedded Systems Jobs in the East of England

26 to 47 of 47 Embedded Systems Jobs in the East of England

Lead Software Engineer - Embedded

Saffron Walden, Essex, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Technical Futures
A Lead Software Engineer with a proven background in Embedded Software development, a good appreciation of electronics and strong commercial delivery experience will join a thriving Technical Consultancy. Youll combine hands-on technical delivery (80%) and people leadership (small team of approx. 3-7). Hybrid working with salary to C£80K plus comprehensive benefits package. This dynamic Consultancy … working across sectors from Defence and Healthcare to Industrial and Communications delivering solutions that combine embedded software, electronics, FPGA, Cloud and system level functionality, seeks an individual who can confidently apply their technical expertise to address complex engineering problems. The Lead Software Engineer should bring: A University Electronic Engineering related education. Extensive hands-on experience with embedded software … development in C. Knowledge of Bare metal and RTOS environments. Proven line management experience of small teams (around 3-7 people). A strong understanding of electronics and how embedded software sits at the interface between electronics and software. A career spanning several different industry sectors highly beneficial. Experience of commercial and delivery pressures as gained from experience working More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £80,000
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Embedded C Software Engineer

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
Guidant Global
Join a trusted partner of the UK Ministry of Defence as an Embedded Software Engineer (C) in Stevenage. Be part of a forward-thinking software team driving innovation across defence technologies. Youll develop and test embedded solutions in a hands-on lab environment, using scopes, analysers, and bespoke tools. This role offers autonomy, technical leadership, and cross-functional … collaborationperfect for proactive engineers who thrive in dynamic, purpose-led settings. Key Responsibilities: Develop, integrate, and test high-performance embedded software in C for defence-grade systems. Create and execute unit, subsystem, and system-level test scripts across host and target platforms. Perform hands-on testing and analysis using tools like debuggers, probes, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes. Collaborate in … lab-based environments to validate embedded systems performance. Contribute to design and documentation using UML for structured software development. What do you need?: Solid experience in C programming for embedded systems. Skilled in testing software on ARM-based multi-core platforms. Familiar with communication protocols such as SPI, UART, Ethernet, and PCI-Express. Proficient in using DOORS More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: Up to £68 per hour ; (Umbrella)
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Embedded Software - Team Leader

Essex, United Kingdom
Matchtech
This position offers a roughly 80/20 split between hands-on embedded software development and leadership responsibilities, supporting a small team of 3-5 specialist software engineers. Projects are varied-ranging from short 2-day sprints to full-scale 2-year development programmes-across a wide range of industries. It's an excellent fit for someone with solid … embedded software experience and some exposure toleadership-whether direct orinformal-who's ready to take the next step. A broader understanding of cloud or application-level development is also useful, given the diversity of work. Location: Commute from Cambridge, Saffron Walden, Newmarket, Braintree, Hitchen, Harlow, St Neots, Bury St Edmunds, Chelmsford (Hybrid, 3 days onsite) Type: Permanent | Hands-on … role combining software development with team leadership. You'll lead a small, close-knit sub-team within a larger multidisciplinary software group, contributing to the design and delivery of embedded systems for a range of real-world applications-from radar and sensing technologies to IoT devices and advanced communication systems. Projects span sectors such as defence, healthcare, and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Lead Software Engineer - Embedded

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Technical Futures Ltd
A Lead Software Engineer with a proven background in Embedded Software development, a good appreciation of electronics and strong commercial delivery experience will join a thriving Technical Consultancy. You’ll combine hands-on technical delivery (80%) and people leadership (small team of approx. 3-7). Hybrid working with salary to C£80K plus comprehensive benefits package. This dynamic … Consultancy, working across sectors from Defence and Healthcare to Industrial and Communications – delivering solutions that combine embedded software, electronics, FPGA, Cloud and system level functionality, seeks an individual who can confidently apply their technical expertise to address complex engineering problems. The Lead Software Engineer should bring: A University Electronic Engineering related education. Extensive hands-on experience with embedded … development in C. Knowledge of Bare metal and RTOS environments. Proven line management experience of small teams (around 3-7 people). A strong understanding of electronics and how embedded software sits at the interface between electronics and software. A career spanning several different industry sectors highly beneficial. Experience of commercial and delivery pressures as gained from experience working More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
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Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Haverhill, Suffolk, England, United Kingdom
Avanti
deployment. The Role We’re seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary software team. You’ll lead a small sub-team while contributing directly to embedded software design and development across a diverse range of projects. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supporting their development and delivery. Act as technical lead within … cross-functional project teams. Design and develop embedded software for radar, IoT, and communication systems. Contribute to process improvement and technology strategy. About You You’ll be an experienced embedded software engineer who enjoys balancing technical depth with people leadership. You’re likely to have: Experience in C/C++ for embedded systems (bare metal, RTOS More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
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Software Modelling Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
MBDA
up to 15 days flexi leave Study leave during exam periods The opportunity System modelling is a vital tool used to ensure MBDA provides reliable and cost efficient weapon systems to our customers! We build a variety of dynamic system performance models, embedded systems and real time models for MBDA products. Our models are developed and used … models contribute to training environments for pilots and provide numerous engineering testing capabilities. Once the product is in service, the customer continues to use our models to understand the systems and assist with operator training. Models of modern weapon systems consist of a large number of automated subsystems integrated together to provide the overall capability. This provides unique More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive salary
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Graduate Applications Engineer Electronics Testing Solutions

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom
RedTech Recruitment
at A Level (or equivalent) and a minimum of a 2:1 degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or a closely related subject A foundational understanding of FPGAs, embedded microprocessors, and device drivers Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to apply these to real customer challenges Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to explain complex technical … email address has been removed by the job board, full contact details are readily available on our website). Keywords: Graduate Applications Engineer/Graduate Electronics Engineer/Graduate Embedded Engineer/FPGA Engineer/Graduate Systems Engineer/Graduate Support Engineer/Graduate Test Engineer/Applications Developer/Software Engineer/Electronics Testing/FPGA/… Embedded Systems/Device Drivers/Debugging/Electronics/In-Circuit Test/Physics Graduate/Computer Science Graduate/Engineering Graduate More ❯
Employment Type: Graduate
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Electronics Software Engineer

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom
CURE TALENT LIMITED
and component selection through to schematic capture, PCB layout, bring-up, and validation. Design and optimise analogue front-ends for low-noise signal acquisition, filtering, and ADC performance. Develop embedded firmware (C/C++ on ARM MCUs) covering low-level drivers, power management, and test firmware. Implement and validate DSP filters and signal quality metrics. Define and lead DFM …/DFT strategies, including test fixtures and calibration workflows. Support compliance testing and collaborate with vendors and manufacturing partners. Qualifications and Skills: 5+ years experience in electronics design and embedded firmware development. Proven track record taking products from prototype through EVT/DVT/PVT to production. Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems and More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £85,000
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Software Project Manager - Embedded C/C++

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Technical Futures Ltd
A Software Project Manager will take on a diverse leadership role within a thriving Technical Consultancy, bringing a low level embedded software development background as well as possessing good knowledge of electronic principles. Competitive salary up to £80K + Hybrid working and Bonus scheme. With the ability to manage complex software development projects, you will bring good customer facing … tech and Security would be highly beneficial. The Software Project Manager will take responsibility for planning and delivering a range of software led projects, working closely with electronics or embedded systems teams; applying structured project management approaches and ensuring budgets and timescales are met. Applications are sought from Software Projects Managers who can bring the following: Bachelors/… Masters Degree in an Electronic or Software Engineering discipline. Project Management Certification. Proven Software Engineering background to include low level Embedded C/C++ development. Excellent customer facing skills. Ability to manage complex software development projects. Career spanning a range of Industry sectors. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance. Hybrid working is available (minimum of 3 day in office/ More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
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Software Engineering Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship 2026

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
MBDA
generation of weapons in an ever evolving environment - to support those on the battlefield. Our teams provide a range of products from high integrity software running on our weapon systems, to mission planning solutions integrated into a complex battle space arena. We use numerous programming languages, software tools and software lifecycle methodologies to achieve this. The Software team is … unique opportunity to learn about different technologies and methods from other national teams! We develop and support a wide range of Software products, such as: Mission Planning and Control systems, Command, Control and Firing Units Real Time components such as Weapons and Missile Control Units. Test Systems We are a strong cohesive team, which is interactive and passionate … work and deliver our products. This provides a great learning environment for the apprentices on our programme. Working closely with other teams and departments, you will cover anything from embedded systems to front end software. This software will be developed on using various platforms, including: Linux and Windows, utilising languages including C, C++ and Java. Programme structure On More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
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Lead Software Engineer

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Avanti Recruitment
deployment. The Role We’re seeking a hands-on Lead Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary software team. You’ll lead a small sub-team while contributing directly to embedded software design and development across a diverse range of projects. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supporting their development and delivery. Act as technical lead within … cross-functional project teams. Design and develop embedded software for radar, IoT, and communication systems. Contribute to process improvement and technology strategy. About You You’ll be an experienced embedded software engineer who enjoys balancing technical depth with people leadership. You’re likely to have: Experience in C/C++ for embedded systems (bare metal, RTOS More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £70000 - £80000/annum
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FPGA Design Engineer

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Singular Recruitment
development, part of a multi-national enterprise with revenues in the billions and a footprint spanning continents. Our client is renowned for driving innovation in high-performance, mission-critical systems that power modern connectivity. With a focus on cutting-edge research, robust product development, and strategic long-term projects, they are expanding their engineering team to support growing demand. … the opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact projects within a collaborative, technically strong team. Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement digital designs using VHDL for FPGAs used in communication systems Collaborate with system architects, hardware designers, and software engineers to define and refine FPGA requirements Perform simulation, synthesis, place-and-route, and timing analysis Conduct design verification, validation, and … focus on VHDL Solid understanding of digital design principles, simulation tools, and synthesis flow Experience with major FPGA platforms (e.g., Xilinx, Intel/Altera, Microsemi) Familiarity with version control systems and scripting (e.g., Tcl, Python) Competent in debugging and troubleshooting FPGA designs in a lab environment Experience in communications systems (wireless, optical, satellite, or related) is a strong More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £55,000
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Simulation and Modelling Engineer - Graduate Programme 2026

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
MBDA
Stevenage Simulation and Modelling Engineer - Graduate Programme 2026 Modelling modern weapon systems comes with many unique challenges. As a model developer, you will be working with highly sophisticated models, built up of multiple interdependent subsystems, to provide an accurate representation of the weapon system being used in real-world engagements. This means you'll often encounter new and exciting … site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more... The opportunity System modelling is a vital tool used to ensure MBDA provides reliable and cost effective weapon systems to our customers! We build a variety of dynamic system performance models, embedded systems and real time models for MBDA products. Our models are developed and used … engineering testing capabilities. Once the product is in service, the customer continues to use our models to understand system capability and assist with operator training. Models of modern weapon systems are made up of a large number of automated subsystems integrated together to provide the overall capability. This provides unique challenges when: developing accurate system - or system of system More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
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Software Project Manager

CB10, Great Chesterford, Essex, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Technical Futures Ltd
tech and Security would be highly beneficial. The Software Project Manager will take responsibility for planning and delivering a range of software led projects, working closely with electronics or embedded systems teams; applying structured project management approaches and ensuring budgets and timescales are met. Applications are sought from Software Projects Managers who can bring the following: Bachelors/… Masters Degree in an Electronic or Software Engineering discipline. Project Management Certification. Proven Software Engineering background to include low level Embedded C/C++ development. Excellent customer facing skills. Ability to manage complex software development projects. Career spanning a range of Industry sectors. Eligibility for UK Security Clearance. Hybrid working is available (minimum of 3 day in office/ More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £70000 - £80000/annum Hybrid, Priv Medical, Bonus + more
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Fusion Software Lead

Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Sapien
paying circa £85,000. Hybrid working supported on a case-by-case basis depending on distance from client site in Bedford, Bedfordshire. Job requirements: Strong experience using C++ for embedded applications Knowledge of state estimation/sensor fusion/navigation tools and techniques Data processing and analysis Software architecture for embedded systems Understanding of flight dynamics Please More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £75000 - £90000/annum
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Senior Software Support Engineer

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Fyre Global Ltd
Senior Software Support Engineer – CUAS/Radars/Sensor Systems – Cambridge Are you a hands-on engineer who loves solving deep technical problems and becoming the go-to expert in your field? Maybe you’ve reached a point within Software Development where you fancy a bit of a change, but staying technical? This is a great opportunity to join … a small, highly skilled engineering team working on radar and sensor data processing systems used across defence and CUAS applications It’s not your typical “support” role – you’ll be writing code, troubleshooting complex integrations, and working directly with other engineers who speak your language. You’ll get to build long-term product knowledge, technical depth, and genuine expertise … C# experience isn’t needed, as you’ll learn the products in the position itself – as long as you have a programming background) Helping customers integrate products into their systems and advising on technical best practices Working closely with internal teams to improve documentation and feed back product insights Building deep knowledge in radar and sensor data processing over More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £60000 - £75000/annum Bonus, Healthcare, Life Insurance
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Embedded Software Engineer

Norfolk, England, United Kingdom
Randstad Technologies
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-time operating systems ( RTOS ) like …/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 CV More ❯
Employment Type: Contractor
Rate: £450 - £500 per day
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Embedded Software Engineer

Norfolk, East Anglia, United Kingdom
Randstad Digital
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-time operating systems ( RTOS ) like …/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 CV More ❯
Employment Type: Contract
Rate: £450 - £500 per day + Hybrid
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Software Group Lead - Real Time Software

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
MBDA
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to head up and grow a group that develops Real-Time Embedded software at the heart of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems! If you have experience leading a team in an advanced technological environment, and a background in software development, then we would … free car parking and much more... The opportunity: This role will give you the opportunity to shape, support and develop a team of software engineers working on several different Embedded/Real Time Software projects. The team specify, design, build, test and deliver the software that transforms a collection of electronic parts into a highly capable missile system. Our … have elevated safety integrity levels. Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider experience of complex embedded systems. Working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. MBDA is More ❯
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £80,000 per annum
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Software Group Lead - Real Time Software

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, South East, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
MBDA
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to head up and grow a group that develops Real-Time Embedded software at the heart of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems! If you have experience leading a team in an advanced technological environment, and a background in software development, then we would … free car parking and much more... The opportunity: This role will give you the opportunity to shape, support and develop a team of software engineers working on several different Embedded/Real Time Software projects. The team specify, design, build, test and deliver the software that transforms a collection of electronic parts into a highly capable missile system. Our … have elevated safety integrity levels. Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider experience of complex embedded systems. Working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. MBDA is More ❯
Employment Type: Permanent, Work From Home
Salary: £80,000
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Software Group Lead - Real Time Software

stevenage, east anglia, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
MBDA
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to head up and grow a group that develops Real-Time Embedded software at the heart of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems! If you have experience leading a team in an advanced technological environment, and a background in software development, then we would … free car parking and much more... The opportunity: This role will give you the opportunity to shape, support and develop a team of software engineers working on several different Embedded/Real Time Software projects. The team specify, design, build, test and deliver the software that transforms a collection of electronic parts into a highly capable missile system. Our … have elevated safety integrity levels. Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider experience of complex embedded systems. Working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. MBDA is More ❯
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Software Group Lead - Real Time Software

watford, hertfordshire, east anglia, united kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
MBDA
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Software Engineering Manager to head up and grow a group that develops Real-Time Embedded software at the heart of some of the world's most sophisticated defence systems! If you have experience leading a team in an advanced technological environment, and a background in software development, then we would … free car parking and much more... The opportunity: This role will give you the opportunity to shape, support and develop a team of software engineers working on several different Embedded/Real Time Software projects. The team specify, design, build, test and deliver the software that transforms a collection of electronic parts into a highly capable missile system. Our … have elevated safety integrity levels. Engineering is at heart of our business; there is opportunity to both develop your core leadership skills, and gain a wider experience of complex embedded systems. Working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, you will be a key part of a supportive and growing software engineering team as your career expands with us. MBDA is More ❯
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Embedded Systems
the East of England
10th Percentile
£62,125
25th Percentile
£67,188
Median
£75,000
75th Percentile
£80,000