About this role
Salary: £45,000 - 55,000 per year
Requirements: Degree qualified in Software Engineering or a closely related disciplineMore than one year of commercial embedded-product development experienceStrong embedded software development experience using C and C++Practical experience with Embedded Linux and real-time operating systemsExperience programming 32-bit microcontrollers and microprocessorsConfident using Git for version controlStrong debugging, testing and fault-finding capabilitiesGood understanding of electronic subsystems and hardware-level developmentUnderstanding of modern software-development methodologiesAble to work effectively within a multidisciplinary product-design teamDesirable: GUI development using LVGL or QtDesirable: Experience with FreeRTOS or ZephyrDesirable: Knowledge of YoctoDesirable: Experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelinesDesirable: Understanding of communication protocols including USB, UART, SPI, I2C, CAN and EthernetDesirable: Experience with wireless technologies such as Bluetooth and NFC Responsibilities: Review product specifications and propose suitable software solutionsDevelop embedded software using C and C++Develop application software and supporting test softwareResearch and develop new embedded electronic productsContribute ideas and concepts for new productsWork with Embedded Linux, RTOS platforms, microcontrollers and microprocessorsDebug, test and validate software at both application and hardware levelEnsure products meet customer specifications and applicable industry standardsUse Git for source control and collaborative software developmentProduce clear and accurate software documentationLiaise with Production Engineering and manufacturing teams during product introductionSupport the migration of new products into volume manufacturing Technologies: BluetoothCI/CDEmbeddedEthernetFreeRTOSGitGitLabHardwareIoTSupportLinuxQtC++NFC More:
Our client is an established designer and manufacturer of innovative electronic products, and we are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our expanding design team in Fordingbridge. You will work on a diverse range of technically challenging projects, from high-speed Linux-based single-board computers and IoT sensors using Bluetooth Mesh to indicator panels and other embedded electronic products. We offer the opportunity to develop products for our own portfolio and for customers across multiple industries, working collaboratively with our wider design team to deliver high-quality, production-ready products for manufacture within UK and Far Eastern facilities. This position is based within a non-smoking and non-vaping workplace. Jackie Kerr Recruitment is an independent agency established for 28 years, providing a consultancy service to candidates and supporting job search needs through an online portal and job alerts.
last updated 38 week of 2026