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
Salary description
£40000.00 - £60000.00 per year