About this role
About Us
BitBox provides high-quality electronics and software design and manufacturing all under one roof for a host of clients around the globe. We provide a fantastic place to work offering a great blend of professionalism whilst still having a laid back and casual feel. Everyone is friendly and always willing to help. There is also a great sense of community whereby everyone is working towards a common goal. We believe looking after our employees is key and that is demonstrated with our superb staff retention rates. When we have an active recruitment drive it is rarely due to staff replacement, but growth!
You will enjoy such perks as a free cooked breakfast on a Friday, smart/casual dress code, flexible working hours and a superb work/life balance, you will almost never see someone in the office past 6pm! There is also a gym next door which some staff take advantage of. We also have a well-equipped kitchen that has an oven, large fridge, dishwasher with the added bonus of free bottles of water, tea, coffee (and occasionally cakes/biscuits!)
About You
Are you excited by the prospect of developing solutions that are powering the Internet of Things? Are you thrilled when your software is integral to systems in use around the world, helping businesses, communities and individuals better manage what is important to them? Do you want to work in a company that appreciates its team and treats it well and, for the right person, provides a secure working environment with key perks?
Requirements
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented embedded software engineer looking to progress their career.
Educated to degree levelAt least 3 years' experience in embedded software developmentExtensive knowledge of all aspects of programming in ‘C’Good working knowledge of another programming language unrelated to ‘C’Linux experience (application development)Ability to develop low level applications on modern microcontrollers – we generally use ARM Cortex-M series processorsAbility to read and understand schematics, datasheets and errata notices as they relate to software developmentAbility to use test equipment to verify correct functioning of embedded softwareSkill in debugging problems and resolving issues without recourse to software debugging toolsAbility to work autonomously under the guidance of senior engineersResponsibilities
Responsible for full developments (Our developments vary from a few weeks to a few months)Adhering to written specificationsCreating code that is well written, stable, reliable and easy to maintainTesting to verify code is performing to specification.Documentation as required by the specificationSecond line support on your developmentsWorking as part of a team on larger projectsRewards
Market leading salary in this industryPension schemePersonal private health coverQuarterly bonus – based on company performanceDevelopments are varied and interesting – covering a wide range of market sectors. BitBox does not work on military projects.Please either apply online or call Chris Chaney on 01256 799070
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00 to £60,000.00 /year