Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded / Low-Level Software Engineer – Defence & Security

Newcastle

SC Cleared / Eligible

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The Opportunity

Work at the cutting edge of low-level and embedded systems, developing high-performance, secure software for mission-critical Defence & Security applications. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy working close to the hardware in real-time and resource-constrained environments.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and optimise software in low-level languages (C, C++, Rust)
• Build systems for embedded, real-time, and constrained environments
• Interface with hardware using protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and CAN bus
• Design and deliver high-performance, low-latency solutions
• Work with industrial computing platforms and single-board computers
• Apply secure and safety-critical development practices
• Use performance profiling and optimisation techniques
• Contribute across the full development lifecycle

What You’ll Need

• Strong experience in C, C++, or Rust
• Background in embedded or real-time systems
• Experience with hardware interfaces and low-level communication protocols
• Familiarity with Linux or macOS environments and toolchains xwzovoh
• Understanding of build systems and low-level debugging

Bonus Skills

• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS)
• Knowledge of safety-critical or high-assurance engineering standards
• Experience in high-performance or low-latency systems

Security Requirement

SC clearance (or willingness/eligibility to obtain) is required.