Embedded Software Architect

Embedded Software Architect | Class III Medical Devices

An innovative and rapidly growing healthcare technology company is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Architect to take ownership of the software architecture behind a highly sophisticated connected device platform.

This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of software, electronics, and systems engineering, helping shape the future direction of a product that is making a meaningful impact within the healthcare sector.

The Opportunity

As a senior technical leader, you will define software architecture, influence development strategy, and support the delivery of robust, scalable embedded systems within a regulated environment. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across software, hardware, systems, quality, and product functions to ensure the successful development of high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the definition and evolution of embedded software architecture across multiple product releases.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to software engineering teams.
• Work closely with systems, hardware, and product teams to align technical solutions with business and user requirements.
• Drive software quality, maintainability, scalability, and performance.
• Support the implementation of development processes appropriate for regulated environments.
• Champion software engineering best practices, design principles, and development standards.
• Contribute to technical risk assessments and reliability-focused design activities.
• Review and approve key technical decisions, ensuring long-term platform sustainability.
• Communicate architectural concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Degree qualified in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Significant experience developing embedded software within complex technology environments.
• Previous experience leading software architecture, technical strategy, or principal-level engineering activities.
• Strong expertise in C/C++ and embedded system design.
• Experience working with real-time systems, embedded Linux, and low-level software development.
• Strong understanding of debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation techniques.
• Experience implementing software development processes within regulated industries such as medical devices, aerospace, automotive, industrial automation, or other safety-critical sectors.
• Familiarity with software lifecycle management, risk-based development, verification, and validation activities.
• Experience with version control, automated build environments, and modern development workflows.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Desirable Experience

• Python or other scripting languages.
• Cybersecurity considerations for connected devices.
• Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) or automated integration testing.
• Exposure to safety-critical or highly regulated product development environments.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to shape the technical direction of a next-generation technology platform.
• High level of autonomy and influence within the engineering organisation.
• Collaborative international environment working alongside experienced industry professionals.
• The chance to contribute to technology that delivers real-world impact and improves lives.

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