Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Robotics & Automation | R&D
Hybrid, Newcastle
We’re hiring on behalf of a leading engineering organisation working at the cutting edge of defence technology. This newly created role sits within a multi-disciplinary R&D team solving complex, real-world problems through robotics, automation and intelligent systems.
If you’re a software engineer who wants to see your code power physical systems in demanding environments, this is your opportunity.
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Designing and developing software in C/C++, Python or Java
2. Integrating code with electronics and mechanical systems
3. Supporting testing and commissioning of new products
4. Collaborating across engineering disciplines
5. Reviewing and validating code from peers
6. Documenting requirements and troubleshooting guides
7. Occasionally travelling to customer sites (UK and overseas)
What You’ll Bring
8. Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Maths (2:1 or above)
9. Expertise with C++ and Python is essential
10. Experience with Linux and real-time software development
11. Expertise with robotics, automation or machine control
12. Basic electronics knowledge and ability to read schematics
13. Familiarity with ROS, OpenCV, machine learning or PLC software is a plus
14. Eligibility for UK defence security clearance - UK Citizens only
What’s On Offer
15. Up to 45% cash bonus
16. relocation package
17. 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 more)
18. 16% pension
19. Private medical and permanent health insurance
20. Free lunch and onsite parking
21. Enhanced family leave and paid professional memberships
22. Early Friday finish.
This is a permanent, full-time, hybrid role
Ready to take your software skills into the real world? Apply now to explore the full brief and next steps.