Embedded Software Engineer

Filtronic

Embedded Software Engineer working on embedded software for RF systems at Filtronic. Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams to develop innovative products from concept to production.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeSedgefield • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing embedded software for ARM-based microcontrollers, with a strong focus on real-time operating systems and robust communication protocols. Proficient in debugging and integrating software with complex electronic systems throughout the product development lifecycle.

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Embedded Software Development in C/C++Real-Time Operating Systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)ARM Cortex Microcontroller ExperienceEmbedded Communication Protocols (Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I²C, UART)Debugging Skills with Hardware and Software Tools

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Hard Skills

Embedded Software DevelopmentC/C++ ProgrammingReal-Time Operating SystemsARM Cortex MicrocontrollersDebugging SkillsNetworking Functionality DesignTCP/IP ProtocolREST APIsFirmware Update MechanismsMISRA C/C++

Tools & Technologies

OscilloscopesLogic AnalysersSoftware Debugging ToolsPrototype HardwareFPGA Integration

Industry Keywords

RF ApplicationsDefence ApplicationsAerospace ApplicationsSpace Applications

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRTOSTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop and debug embedded software for real-world RF applications.
Develop embedded software in C/C++ for ARM-based microcontrollers.
Design software for bare-metal and real-time operating systems, including FreeRTOS and Zephyr.
Bring up new hardware and debug prototype boards using oscilloscopes, logic analysers and software debugging tools.
Develop robust communications between embedded devices using interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I²C, UART and RS422.
Design networking functionality including TCP/IP, REST APIs, SNMP and OpenAPI interfaces.
Work closely with hardware, FPGA and systems engineers to integrate software with complex electronic systems.
Investigate and resolve software, networking and embedded system issues.
Contribute throughout the full product development lifecycle from concept through to manufacture.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong commercial experience developing embedded software in C/C++.
Experience working with bare-metal systems and/or real-time operating systems.
Experience developing software for ARM Cortex-based microcontrollers.
Practical experience bringing up prototype hardware.
Knowledge of embedded communication protocols including Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I²C and UART.
Excellent debugging skills using both hardware and software tools.
A degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience.
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:
Zephyr RTOS or FreeRTOS
STM32 microcontrollers
Embedded networking and TCP/IP
Secure bootloaders and firmware update mechanisms
Python
MISRA C/C++
RF or microwave systems
Defence, aerospace or space applications

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5 hour working week
25 days’ holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
Contributory pension scheme with up to 8% company contribution
Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)
Income Protection Insurance
Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme
Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Volunteering day
Learning and development opportunities
Hybrid working available