About this role
Salary: £75,000 - 75,000 per year
Requirements: Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Software Engineering or similarStrong experience in embedded software development using CProven experience leading or coordinating technical projectsExperience working across the full software development lifecycleStrong understanding of software architecture and system designHands-on experience with embedded systems debugging and developmentExperience using version control tools such as Git or SVNStrong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teamsExperience with high-level languages such as Python, MATLAB or LabVIEW (desirable)Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) or similar algorithms (desirable)Experience with Agile development methodologies (desirable)Familiarity with test-driven development or behaviour-driven development (desirable) Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end development of embedded software and firmware solutionsDefine software architecture and key design decisionsCoordinate project delivery, ensuring timelines and quality targets are metProvide technical guidance and mentorship to engineersDrive Agile/SCRUM processes including sprint planning and reviewsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware and systems engineersManage technical risks, dependencies and trade-offs across projectsAct as a key technical interface for internal and external stakeholdersDevelop embedded firmware using C and low-level programming techniquesDesign, implement, debug and test software for embedded systemsDevelop and optimise algorithms using tools such as Python or MATLABWork on low-level drivers and hardware interactionSupport system integration and troubleshooting on embedded platformsContribute across the full software development lifecycle Technologies: EmbeddedFirmwareGitHardwareSupportMatlabPythonSVNC++ More:
We are an advanced technology company based in Fareham, Hampshire, looking to recruit a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This is a senior-level opportunity that offers a salary of £70,000 - £80,000. In this role, you will take ownership of the design, development, and delivery of embedded software solutions, and have the chance to lead projects and mentor engineers. We provide hybrid working options and a strong benefits package, along with the opportunity to work on advanced technology and complex systems. Visa sponsorship is available.
last updated 39 week of 2026