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Electronic & Firmware Engineer

Octagon Group

📍 Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom 🇬🇧

full-time
mid-level
hybrid
Posted —

Key Skills

CC++microcontrollersoptoelectronicslasers

Industry

Consumer ElectronicsTelecommunications

Job Description

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR AN ELECTRONICS/FIRMWARE ENGINEER JOB IN SOUTHAMPTON


A fantastic opportunity has become available for an Electronics/Firmware Engineer in Southampton with an innovative engineering organisation specialising in optical and optoelectronic technology. This Electronics/Firmware Engineer job in Southampton offers the chance to work on advanced laser systems and cutting-edge optoelectronic products within a growing development team.


The successful Electronics/Firmware Engineer in Southampton will be responsible for the design, development, build, and testing of electronics and firmware for optical and laser-based systems. This Electronics/Firmware Engineer role in Southampton will involve working across the full product lifecycle, supporting both new product development and customer delivery activities.


Key responsibilities for the Electronics/Firmware Engineer job in Southampton include:


• Designing and developing electronics and firmware for laser systems

• Developing embedded systems and firmware for microcontrollers

• Supporting the build and testing of optoelectronic products

• Creating and maintaining production documentation and procedures

• Supporting research and development activities within the engineering team

• Assisting with product delivery and customer-focused projects

To be considered for this Electronics/Firmware Engineer opportunity in Southampton, you will need:


• A relevant engineering degree or equivalent industry experience

• Strong experience with C and/or C++

• Experience developing embedded systems and firmware for microcontrollers

• Knowledge of digital and analogue electronics design

• Experience working with low-noise analogue electronics

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills


Experience within lasers, optics, optoelectronics, RF electronics, or PCB design would be advantageous.


This Electronics/Firmware Engineer role in Southampton offers flexible working hours, excellent long-term development opportunities, and the chance to work on highly advanced optical technologies.


If you believe you have the right skills and experience for this Electronics/Firmware Engineer job in Southampton, please send your CV to the below email.


If you would like to discuss this Electronics/Firmware Engineer opportunity in Southampton before applying, please contact Georgia Cook.