Embedded Software Engineer

Join an industry-leading security consultancy as an Embedded Software Engineer, developing critical cybersecurity solutions for high-profile clients, including the UK's national cybersecurity. Based in Derbyshire, this role offers a unique chance to apply your engineering expertise to make a meaningful impact. You'll work on a fascinating variety of projects, pushing the boundaries of innovation in cybersecurity while contributing to real-world solutions that protect key infrastructure. Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant must be able to obtain DV Security Clearance.

Location: Derby office – due to the confidential nature of this role and associated projects it is fully on-site

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Requirements for Embedded Software Engineer:

• Ideally, you will have at least 3 years working in a commercial C/C++ Embedded software role, although strong graduates who have a year in industry, will be considered
• Strong design and coding skills
• Keen interest in security (you don’t need prior experience)
• Given the consultancy element of the role, you will need to be great at understanding requirements and suggesting solutions
• Any experience on the following technologies would be beneficial: C#, RUST, scripting languages, SQL, IP standards, network security
• Due to the nature of the role, this client requires the applicant to be in a position to obtain high-level security clearance once they have started, therefore, we can only accept applications from candidates where the candidate will qualify for DV clearance (i.e. usually means you have lived in UK for the past 10 years, no criminal record etc)

Responsibilities for Embedded Software Engineer

• Listen to customer needs to craft innovative, maintainable designs and collaborate in shaping robust unit tests.
• Develop high-integrity software with a focus on functional accuracy, built from precise, formally defined specs.
• Transform requirements into cutting-edge solutions that deliver real impact.
• Partake in insightful code reviews, ensuring excellence at every step.
• Create clear, valuable documentation that drives project success.
• Be part of a dynamic, collaborative team where every idea matters

What this offers:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• A fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact while working on a diverse range of exciting projects
• Supportive and dynamic working culture that fosters growth and innovation
• The chance to obtain DV Clearance—a highly sought-after credential within the tech space

Applications:

If you would like to apply for this brilliant opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV via the relevant link.

Keywords–

C/C++ / C# / Rust / Scripting Languages / SQL / IP Standards / Network Security / Firmware Engineer / Embedded Systems Developer / Embedded Software Developer / Real-time Systems Engineer / IoT Software Engineer / Embedded Systems Programmer / Firmware Developer / Embedded Software Architect / Low-Level Software Engineer / Device Driver Developer / Embedded Software Designer / Microcontroller Programmer / Real-time Software Developer / Embedded Systems Analyst / Embedded Systems Specialist / Embedded Software Consultant / Embedded Systems Integration Engineer / Embedded Software Test Engineer / Bare-Metal Software Engineer / Embedded Systems Researcher

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