Embedded Software Engineer

Overview

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and more to deliver engineering solutions that drive technological advancement and sustainable transformation. Our teams of engineers work on cutting‑edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. We empower engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver solutions that build tomorrow’s world today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today.

Engage in the development of complex embedded software systems for safety‑critical defence and maritime applications with ALTEN Ltd. Join our team as an Embedded Software Engineer, where you’ll work on the design, development and integration of high‑integrity software using modern C++ and embedded technologies. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver robust, production‑ready code that underpins mission‑critical systems, contributing across the full software development lifecycle within a regulated environment.

Location: Manchester (Stockport)

On‑site: Hybrid, up to 4 days per week on site

Seniority: Mid to Senior level roles available

Security Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance.

• Design, develop and maintain embedded software for safety‑critical systems
• Produce high‑quality, efficient and maintainable code primarily using C++, with exposure to C, Java and Python
• Work with hardware abstraction layers and low‑level software components
• Apply high‑integrity coding standards such as MISRA, JSF++, HIC++ and AUTOSAR
• Perform code refactoring, unit testing and static analysis to ensure software quality
• Contribute to model‑driven development using UML
• Collaborate within Agile development environments, using modern ticketing and version‑control tools
• Support integration, verification and validation activities across the software lifecycle

• Required Skills:
  
  Strong experience in embedded software development
• Advanced proficiency in C/C++ within safety‑critical or regulated environments
• Experience with unit testing and static analysis
• Knowledge of Linux OS programming and build tooling
• Understanding of real‑time systems and real‑time signal processing
• Familiarity with TCP/IP networking protocols and system architectures
• Experience working with Agile SDLC methodologies

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Comfortable working with complex requirements and system constraints
• Proactive mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience

• Experience with Java and Python in engineering applications
• Exposure to containerisation and virtualisation technologies
• Experience with CI/CD and build automation tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo
• Familiarity with Git Lab, JIRA, or similar ticketing/version‑control systems
• Background in defence, aerospace, or other safety‑critical industries

Why join us? We bring together entrepreneurial, tech‑driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process if required. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. Details of the evidence required may be found on  If you are unable to meet this, your employment may be delayed or rejected.

This will be discussed at interview.