Embedded Software Engineer; UAVs

Overview

Archangel engineers design and deploy low-SWaP embedded devices to enable edge AI. These devices include cameras, IMUs, LIDARs, radios (4G, LoRaWAN, mesh), compute, batteries and more. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will design, prototype and build software for our embedded systems, principally our UXV navigation co-pilot platform.

At Archangel Autonomy
, you will work with a forward-thinking team to deliver AI solutions that support and enhance the work of frontline operators including law enforcement, first responders, NGOs, wildlife rangers, and military personnel.

We are innovators who tackle big challenges and bold ideas to create meaningful impact. Our goal is a safer, more sustainable world where intelligent machines are trusted partners — collaborative, reliable, and ready to assist.

This is an office-based role in Oxford. You will work alongside leading engineers, AI specialists, and industry pioneers, contributing directly to cutting-edge advancements in autonomous technology.

You will capture requirements, design, build, and test software for our small-volume, fully functioning edge compute devices. This includes developing and integrating software or firmware in these areas:

• Drivers
• Boot logic
• Board bring-up / testing
• Control / state machines / interfaces
• Deep learning inference
• Cameras and ISPs
• Wireless Mesh & IoT communications
• Battery power monitoring, GPS/GNSS positioning

You will also:

• Support our development teams with rapid prototyping of PCBs
• Liaise with other development teams to integrate various components
• Research and select new microcontrollers and embedded systems to prototype new products or features
• Assist with testing of software and devices, e.g., range testing radios, measuring solar charging efficiency or deep learning model accuracy in real-world tests

Essential skills/experience:

• BSc or MSc degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Experience delivering functioning commercial embedded software
• Excellent C/C++ skills & familiarity with Python and object-oriented programming
• Understanding of Linux and kernel programming (Device trees) as well as interfaces (SPI, UART, CAN, USB)
• Proficiency developing for bare metal and embedded devices (e.g., STM
  32, ARM Cortex-M0, RTOS)
• Able to travel for events and field tests in the UK and abroad up to 10% of the time

Desirable skills/experience:

Experience and/or understanding of one or more components or peripherals in our embedded devices is desirable:

• Camera modules, sensors, and ISPs
• Modern embedded wireless technologies and standards (LoRa, Wi-Fi, 4G, mesh, etc.)
• Experience with battery technologies and knowledge of control theory
• Deploying software on Nvidia Jetson, Raspberry Pi, or ARM devices

Please also highlight in your application if your skills match these relevant areas:

• Embedded software optimization
• Power profiling and power optimization
• Interest and experience in the Drone / UAS space
• Experience of embedded programming on UAVs or robots
• Rapid prototyping of hardware and electronics devices
• Working understanding of PCB design and manufacture
• Working understanding of 3D modelling and manufacture (CNC, 3D printing)

• The ability to make a measurable difference in the creation of cutting-edge technology in a rapidly growing start-up
• Fast-paced environment with a world-class, positive, talented, and high-achieving team
• Merit-based compensation
• 5% employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• Relocation Support Package
• Team socials
• A variety of perks which evolve frequently:
  Free Monday team lunch, Cycle-to-work scheme, Private Medical Insurance, and a yearly voucher for your favourite app

Due to the sensitive nature of some of our work, it would be beneficial for candidates to be able and willing to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for this role.

Apply now, and a member of our HR team will get in touch with you shortly. Our usual process includes reviewing your CV, a 30-minute phone screening, a live technical assessment and interview.