Embedded Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer position based in Portsmouth, working on advanced mission‑critical systems for defence and maritime sectors.

You will join a multidisciplinary team of software, electronics, and systems engineers, playing a key role in the design and development of embedded software for complex defence platforms and equipment. The position is highly hands‑on, emphasising C/C++ development, and involves close collaboration with hardware and systems teams to deliver robust, reliable, and high‑integrity solutions.

The role covers the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements capture and architecture through development, integration, verification, and deployment. You will influence technical decisions, contribute to product innovation, and work on projects with real‑world operational impact.

This position requires on‑site work in Portsmouth and eligibility to obtain UK Security Clearance. Sponsorship is not offered.

• Strong experience developing embedded software and firmware using C and C++.
• Experience working with real‑time embedded systems and RTOS environments.
• Understanding of low‑level software development, memory management, timing constraints, and performance optimisation.
• Experience interfacing directly with hardware and developing low‑level drivers.
• Knowledge of board bring‑up, hardware integration, validation, and fault diagnosis.
• Ability to interpret schematics and collaborate effectively with electronics engineers.
• Experience with embedded testing, verification, and debugging methodologies.
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as CAN, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, UART, or similar.
• Experience producing technical documentation and supporting engineering reviews.
• Previous experience within defence, naval, aerospace, marine, or other safety‑critical industries.
• Knowledge of embedded Linux environments.
• Python or scripting experience for automation and test development.
• Exposure to systems engineering, requirements management, or integration activities.
• Understanding of secure software development practices.

• Performance Bonus
• Private Medical Cover
• 24 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays