Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Overview

This is a senior, hands-on embedded software position within an engineering-led technology company that creates sophisticated sensor-based products for demanding, highly regulated sectors including healthcare, security, and critical infrastructure. The role sits inside a collaborative product development team with strong investment in research and development, and it offers the chance to shape technical direction while working across firmware, embedded architecture, real-time operating systems, IoT connectivity, and newer Edge AI-related work.

What you will do

• Write embedded software in C and C++ for commercial products.
• Develop firmware for systems built around STM32 microcontrollers.
• Build and maintain software in FreeRTOS-based environments.
• Work with embedded communication technologies such as I2C, SPI, CAN, UART, and Ethernet.
• Support connected device functionality, including IoT features and cloud integration.
• Partner with hardware engineers and data scientists to deliver integrated product solutions.
• Take part in architecture work, design reviews, and technical decision-making.
• Contribute to product development from the earliest concept stages through to final release.
• Play an active role in a senior engineering capacity where your input helps guide the technical approach.
• Help explore and develop emerging applications involving Edge AI within embedded systems.

What the employer is looking for

• At least five years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong hands-on ability with embedded C and C++.
• Experience developing commercial products.
• Practical experience with STM32 devices.
• Experience working with RTOS platforms, ideally FreeRTOS.
• Familiarity with embedded communications protocols and interfaces.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose complex technical issues.
• Confidence working collaboratively across engineering disciplines.
• Additional experience with Nvidia Jetson would be useful.
• Additional experience with embedded Linux would be useful.
• Exposure to Edge AI or machine learning would be useful.
• Experience with TouchGFX would be useful.
• Experience with IoT connectivity would be useful.
• Knowledge of embedded cybersecurity would be useful.

Role details

• Location: Evesham.
• Employment type: Permanent.
• Salary: £48,000 to £65,000.

How to apply

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Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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