Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer | £65 - £78

We're working with a world-class defence innovator pushing the boundaries of wireless technology and tactical communication systems on this exciting opportunity.

Step into a high-impact role within an Advanced Developments Group (ADG), where you will prototype cutting-edge wireless solutions and bring next-generation prototypes to deployment. You’ll be working at the intersection of Bare-Metal and Embedded Linux, leveraging C++, RISC-V, and Software Defined Radio (SDR) to solve complex engineering challenges in a high-security environment.

The Role

• Develop innovative Embedded software and firmware prototypes using C and C++ within an Agile framework.
• Build and deploy robust Embedded Linux systems using industrial-grade tools such as Yocto and Buildroot.
• Design and implement real-time software on advanced architectures including Microblaze and RISC-V.
• Take ownership of kernel configurations, U-boot management, and the development of complex device trees.
• Transition early-stage technology concepts into fully validated, deployment-standard software solutions.
  
  

What You'll Need

• Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ specifically for Real-Time Embedded Systems and bare-metal environments.
• Deep experience with Linux device drivers, including Interrupts, DMA, and Kernel-level configuration.
• Strong background in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) and Software Defined Radio (SDR) principles.
• Hands-on experience with hardware/software integration on platforms like RISC-V or Microblaze.
• Ability to work effectively in an offline development environment while managing complex toolchains like Yocto.
  
  

What's On Offer

• Competitive contract rate of £65 - £78 per hour (Inside IR35).
• Long-term stability with an initial 12-month contract and high potential for ongoing extensions.
• Hybrid working model providing a great balance between deep-focus remote work and collaborative on-site engineering.
• The chance to work on high-stakes, mission-critical defence technology that dictates the future of wireless communication.
  
  

Apply via Haystack today!