Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer | Hybrid | Norwich

This is an opportunity to join an innovative engineering company developing next-generation electric drive systems.

• Leading the design and development of embedded software across motor control, inverter control, DC-DC systems, diagnostics and related vehicle functions.
• Defining and maintaining software architecture aligned to system and product requirements.
• Driving full lifecycle delivery from requirements through implementation, verification, validation and release.
• Collaborating closely with systems, hardware, controls and test teams to ensure seamless integration and system performance.
• Overseeing software integration, bench testing, HIL validation and system-level debugging activities.
• Driving software quality, compliance and continuous improvement across tools, processes and standards.

• Strong experience in embedded software development for electric drive, automotive or safety-critical systems.
• Proven ability to lead software teams and deliver complex embedded projects in a structured environment.
• Strong understanding of embedded architecture, real-time systems and control software integration.
• Experience with software verification and validation including unit, integration and system-level testing.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262, ASPICE, MISRA C and functional safety principles.

• Experience with motor control, inverter or power electronics software integration.
• Knowledge of model-based development, CI/CD, automated testing and configuration management.
• Experience working closely with hardware and controls teams in electrification or automotive systems.