Embedded Software Engineer – Graduate Considered

Embedded Software Engineer – Graduate Considered

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A fantastic opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer to join a global technology company developing real-time communication systems used in highly demanding environments. This is a great opportunity to work within a collaborative engineering team focused on building reliable, high-performance software that interacts closely with hardware systems. The role is open to both top graduates and experienced engineers.

Location: Cambridge - initially 5 days per week during onboarding, then 2 to 3 days per week in the office. (Please note this office is not realistically commutable by public transport from London)

Salary: £33,000 to £55,000 per annum + healthcare + dental + pension + 25 days holiday (lower end for a new Graduate, more for experience)

Requirements for Embedded Software Engineer:

• Strong programming experience in C++
• Good understanding of how software interacts with hardware, even if not directly working on hardware development
• Experience or interest in embedded systems or low-level programming
• Familiarity with Linux-based development environments
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies
• Experience with version control systems such as Git
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines is beneficial
• A very keen interest in AI tools and a proactive approach to using them within software development
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a collaborative team

Those joining at the graduate level must have:

• Excellent C or C++ programming skills with a demonstrable interest in using AI tools within your coding
• Strong academic background with a 2.1 or 1st in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a closely related subject
• BBC or above at A Level (or international equivalent)
• Good understanding of how software interacts with hardware, even if not directly working on hardware development

Responsibilities for Embedded Software Engineer:

• Design, develop and maintain software for real-time communication systems
• Work on low-level and application-level code primarily using C and C++
• Develop software that interfaces closely with hardware systems
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure software quality
• Contribute to system design from high-level architecture through to implementation
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, including hardware teams based internationally
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of development practices
• Work within an Agile environment to deliver high-quality software

What the role offers:

• Opportunity to join a globally recognised technology company
• Exposure to complex, real-world engineering challenges
• Strong training and development, particularly for graduates
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Clear progression opportunities as the team grows

Applications:

If you would like to apply for this unique Software Engineering role, then please send your CV via the relevant links!

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