Embedded Software Engineer

This is an opportunity to develop software for advanced embedded and real-time applications within a highly innovative engineering environment. You will contribute throughout the software lifecycle, supporting system integration, verification activities, and the delivery of high-quality software solutions. Location: Plymouth On-site Requirement: 3 Days Per Week Seniority: 5+ Years Experience Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain embedded software applications. - Support software architecture, coding, testing, and verification activities. - Integrate software with hardware platforms and wider system architectures. - Debug and optimise software performance across target environments. - Produce and maintain technical documentation and design artefacts. - Collaborate with systems, electronics, and test engineering teams. Required Skills - Proven experience developing embedded software using C and/or C++ within complex engineering environments. - Experience working with Linux-based or real-time operating systems. - Strong understanding of software architecture, design principles, and lifecycle development processes. - Experience integrating software with hardware platforms and supporting system-level integration activities. - Knowledge of software verification, validation, debugging, and performance optimisation techniques. Soft Skills & Collaboration - Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. - Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining high engineering standards. - Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. - Strong technical documentation and review capabilities. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience. Desirable Skills - Experience using Git or similar version control tools. - Knowledge of sensor integration and data processing applications. - Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies. - Experience working within requirements-driven engineering environments.