Senior Embedded Software Engineer (ID: wpN2hPAk)

"Join us as an Embedded Software Engineer and build real-world products on Linux & Yocto.  Up to £75k | Hybrid Cambridge | Cutting-edge projects, full ownership, zero fluff. Your code ships fast."

Shape the future of embedded tech.

We are expanding fast — and we need a talented Embedded Software Engineer to help build the next generation of our products. If you’re looking for cutting-edge projects, modern development practices, and real technical ownership, you’ll feel right at home here.

What you’ll do

You’ll join our core software team, reporting to the Software Engineering Manager. From day one, you’ll be hands-on across the full development lifecycle — from concept to deployment — working on real products that ship globally.

Expect to:

• Architect, design, and code high-performance embedded solutions
• Customise Linux builds using the Yocto build system
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to bring features to life
• Solve complex problems that demand creativity and precision
• Contribute to modern, maintainable codebases without technical debt

You should have (Essential)

• 5+ years in embedded software development (commercial/industrial)
• Strong Linux embedded skills
• 2+ years’ Yocto build system experience
• 2+ years in modern C++ (plus strong C skills)
• Familiarity with Git and JIRA
• Bonus points for (Desirable)
• Bare metal or RTOS development
• Test-driven development (TDD) experience
• SPI, I²C, and other hardware interface knowledge
• Comfort with lab equipment for firmware validation
• Experience across the entire software lifecycle
• What makes you a great fit (Personal qualities)
• You thrive in collaborative, high-energy teams
• You deliver results quickly without cutting corners
• You work well independently and make smart decisions
• You communicate clearly — no jargon for jargon’s sake

Why join us?

We’re a fast-growing, innovation-led company where engineers aren’t just cogs in the machine — you’ll have a genuine say in architecture, design, and product direction.

Perks & benefits:

• Flexible start/finish times (core 9:00–16:00)
• 25 days’ holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Workplace pension (NEST)
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress policy
• Employee referral scheme
• UK visa sponsorship available

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor’s (required)

Work Authorisation:

• UK (required)

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. All applications are handled in strict confidence.

 If you’re ready to work on embedded systems that make it into the real world, apply now.

Position: Senior Embedded Software Engineer  -  Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent  -  Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits (negotiable for the right person)

Location: Cambridge (CB24) – Hybrid (2–3 days on site)