Description:
We’re working with an established, international manufacturing business based in Newhaven, who are looking to bring in an experienced Embedded Systems Developer to join their Software Engineering team.
This is a hands-on role, where you’ll be involved across the full product lifecycle - from low-level firmware development through to system integration and testing - working on real-world, hardware-based products.
You’ll take responsibility for designing, developing and maintaining embedded software and firmware, working closely with hardware, firmware and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, high-performance solutions.
As an Embedded Systems Developer, your key responsibilities will include:
- Developing embedded software in C / C++ (and some C# where required)
- Writing low-level firmware (drivers, peripherals, comms interfaces)
- Supporting board bring-up and hardware/software integration
- Carrying out unit, integration and system-level testing
- Debugging and resolving complex hardware/software issues
- Contributing to design reviews and technical discussions
- Producing clear technical documentation and following best practice standards
Requirements:
- 5+ years’ experience in embedded systems development (ideally within a manufacturing environment)
- Strong programming skills in C / C++ (C# beneficial)
- Experience with microcontroller architectures (e.g. ARM, Atmel)
- Knowledge of communication protocols such as:
- USB
- TCP/IP
- UART, I2C, SPI
- Bluetooth LE / wireless technologies
- Experience working with Linux and/or Windows OS platforms
- Familiarity with Git or other source control tools
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in embedded systems development or equivalent
Benefits, Hours & Salary:
- Up to £60,000 (dependent on experience & qualifications)
- Full time, permanent role – based in Newhaven
- Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Free parking
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health cash plan scheme
Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
