Embedded Systems Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded software and firmware for real-time control and telemetry systems
• Design FPGA and firmware solutions using VHDL/Verilog for high-speed hardware control
• Build and optimise embedded C/C++ applications within RTOS environments
• Implement deterministic control loops and low-level hardware interfaces
• Develop robust communication protocols across digital and RF subsystems
• Design fault-tolerant and resilient system architectures for high-reliability environments
• Support hardware-in-the-loop testing, integration, debugging, and verification activities
• Optimise performance, power consumption, and memory usage in constrained embedded systems
• Contribute to secure remote management and monitoring capabilities for deployed systems
• Work closely with systems, hardware, RF, and software teams to deliver integrated solutions

• Strong knowledge of embedded systems operating within real-time or constrained environments
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and RTOS-based development
• Strong capability in FPGA and firmware development using VHDL, Verilog, or similar HDL technologies
• Solid understanding of low-level communication interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, or Ethernet
• Capability in debugging and verification using tools such as JTAG, logic analysers, or HIL environments
• Strong understanding of fault-tolerant and resilient embedded system design principles
• Knowledge of high-speed interfaces and integration between FPGA, DSP, and RF systems
• A methodical approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Awareness of high-reliability engineering practices within aerospace, defence, or similarly demanding environments