Embedded Software Engineer Consultant

Embedded Software Engineer Consultant Overview

This opportunity is for an experienced embedded software engineer who wants to step into a consulting role with broader influence over architecture, delivery, and technical direction. The position sits within a deep-tech environment and is suited to someone who wants to stay close to embedded engineering while also taking on leadership responsibilities, systems thinking, and multidisciplinary problem solving.

You would be working on complex software-enabled systems and products, collaborating with specialists across software, electronics, systems, and mechanical engineering. The role offers the chance to contribute to innovative technologies used across a range of industries, while also building consulting experience and strengthening your technical leadership profile.

What you will do

• Develop embedded software and firmware for advanced embedded devices and physical products.
• Shape software and system-level architectures for connected and embedded solutions.
• Provide technical leadership across software, electronics, and systems engineering activities.
• Tackle integration, performance, and reliability problems in complex systems.
• Work closely with stakeholders and engineering teams from multiple disciplines to define effective technical solutions.
• Support and mentor other engineers, helping to guide technical decisions and engineering standards.
• Contribute to the creation of innovative technologies across different sectors and applications.

What the employer is looking for

• A degree at 2:1 level or above in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a similar subject.
• Commercial experience in embedded software, firmware, or device software development.
• Background working on complex embedded systems or hardware-led products.
• Strong understanding of software design, system architecture, and integration.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical ability and a structured approach to solving technical problems.
• Experience in cloud-connected systems, cyber security, application software, or AI/ML would be advantageous.
• Experience in regulated environments would be helpful.
• Previous responsibility for technical leadership or mentoring would be a plus.

What you can expect to gain

• Exposure to a wide variety of embedded technologies and engineering challenges.
• The chance to influence system architecture and technical direction.
• Close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams building innovative products.
• Development of consulting capability alongside technical leadership skills.

Package and perks

• Performance-related annual bonus.
• Long-term share incentive scheme.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• Private medical insurance.
• Free meals on site.
• Life assurance.
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes.
• Relocation support where appropriate.

How to apply

Applicants are asked to send an updated CV to Ella Atkinson and include a suitable time for a call, or submit an application through the job listing. The posting also provides direct contact details for the consultant handling the role.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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