Embedded Software Engineer

This leading company based in Cambridge are looking a Embedded Software Engineer to join there team.

Core Responsibilities:

• Spearheading the design and development of embedded systems firmware in alignment with project objectives, under the direction of senior leadership in R&D.
• Defining the scope of assigned tasks and providing an initial project estimate.
• Operating in a high-paced environment, ensuring timely completion of tasks to meet product specifications.
• Analyzing and resolving software defects by identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborating independently and in close cooperation with project teams, engaging with colleagues across departments to exchange knowledge, contribute ideas, and develop technical solutions.
• Adhering to software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes, promoting best practices, conducting code reviews, and ensuring automated testing for code quality.
• Documenting all stages of development in accordance with established processes.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to junior team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in firmware development, with expertise in embedded C and/or C++.
• Proficient in microprocessor or System-on-Chip (SoC) development (e.g., ARM, PIC).
• Experience with communication protocols and peripherals such as UART, I2C, SPI, Ethernet, BLE, Wi-Fi, CAN, Modbus, and others.
• Demonstrated experience working with RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, ThreadX) for firmware development.
• Hands-on experience with IoT technologies, including MQTT, Protobuf, cryptography, secure boot, etc.
• Proficient in bare metal driver development and board bring-up (BSP).
• Basic electronics knowledge, including reading schematics and using test equipment like digital voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
• Familiarity with the full software development lifecycle, including tools like Git, Confluence, and Linear.
• Experience in automated testing frameworks for unit, functional, and integration tests.
• Ability to address complex technical challenges with confidence.
• A foundational understanding of electrical principles (voltage, current, power) and technologies such as inverters, batteries, and renewable energy sources like solar would be advantageous.