Embedded Software Engineer

Salary: £124,800 - 145,600 per year

• We are looking for a highly skilled Embedded Software Engineer who has:
• Expert-level proficiency in Embedded C programming.
• Strong experience with proprietary Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
• Proficiency in high-speed control systems and working with multicore processors.
• Demonstrated skills in maintaining legacy code and enhancing features.
• Hands-on experience with communication protocols such as Modbus, CAN, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet.
• Familiarity with PowerPC and ARM 64-bit architectures.
• Competence in unit testing, specifically using Google Test (gtest).
• A proven ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Senior-level expertise with a high degree of professionalism.

• In this role, I will expect you to:
• Develop embedded software using Embedded C on a proprietary RTOS.
• Maintain and enhance a high-speed control system incorporating multiple inputs and complex processing.
• Work with multicore processors, including PowerPC and ARM 64-bit.
• Fix and improve legacy code, adding new features as required.
• Integrate various communication protocols including Modbus, CAN, SPI, I2C, and Ethernet.
• Conduct system validation using Google Test (gtest) to ensure high-quality code.
• Deliver results under tight deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Quickly adapt to and contribute to an ongoing project.

• ARM
• Embedded
• Ethernet
• C++
• Firmware

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This is a contract position for an Embedded Software Engineer with a pay rate of up to £70 per hour, outside IR35. The role is based in Woking, Surrey, requiring you to be onsite four days a week. The initial contract length is for three months. If you are passionate about working on sophisticated control systems and thrive in fast-paced environments, we look forward to hearing from you.

last updated 42 week of 2026