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Embedded Software Engineer:
Would you like to work for an award-winning manufacturer at the forefront of sensing technology?

This role is ideal for a "systems-thinking" engineer who enjoys the intersection of firmware, electronics and physics.

Our client designs and produces high-precision instruments, protecting environments and saving lives in hazardous locations.

You will contribute to the full product lifecycle, from innovating next-generation detection platforms to enhancing the robust legacy systems that have made this brand the market leader.

Due to the nature of the work this role is fully on site near Melbourn.  The offices are in a beautiful purpose built modern setting with fantastic views and excellent atmosphere.

Benefits of the Role
Competitive Pension: High-tier employer contribution of 8% (post-probation).
Work-Life Balance: Early finish every Friday to kickstart your weekend.
Health & Security: Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
Financial Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus and long-term service awards.
Modern Facilities: On-site parking, shower/changing facilities, all in a beautiful purpose built setting
Social Culture: Monthly company-funded lunches, drinks, annual Christmas events, excellent staff facilities including indoor and outdoor entertainment
Additional Benefts: Bike purchase scheme, car schemes, excellent tangible nvestment into your future with in house and external training,Requirements for Application
Educational Background: Degree-level qualification in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Proven Experience: A minimum of 5+ years in professional embedded software engineering.
Core Technical Stack: C/C++ and experience with STM32 microcontroller platforms.
RTOS & Bare Metal: Strong proficiency in FreeRTOS and bare-metal development for 8-bit and 32-bit systems.
DSP Knowledge: Practical experience implementing Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms for sensor data analysis.
Hardware Interaction: Ability to read schematics and use standard laboratory tools (debuggers, multimeters, logic analysers).
Professionalism: Disciplined approach to version control, design documentation, and NPD processes.Beneficial for Application
Domain Expertise: Prior experience within sensor or instrumentation development would be useful
Safety Standards: Familiarity with stringent safety standards such as Medical, Automative.  Or global intrinsic safety standards such as ATEX design, UL, CE etc.
Communications Protocols: Experience with BLE, LoRaWAN, Modbus, CAN, USB.
Scientific Interest: An understanding of physical sciences (Chemistry or Physics) isn’t necessary, but an interest in it would aid in your understanding of how the product is implemented and how data will be interpretedIf you are generally interested in roles in this sector, or know anyone else who is, please contact Sheridan Halls for more information. We have a number of roles coming out all the time, not all of which are advertised publicly