Senior Embedded Software Engineer Location: Edinburgh | Employment: Permanent | Working: On-site Salary: Flexible — tailored around the right candidate About the Role Join a leading engineering & technology company driving next-gen high-performance products.
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Youll take ownership of embedded Linux systems and low-level C software, from concept to production, shaping platform architecture and ensuring robust performance across demanding environments.
What Youll Do Write production-quality Embedded C for device drivers, board support packages, and system components Develop and optimise software on embedded Linux platforms Contribute to C++/Python tooling, automation, and applications Bring up, debug, and validate software on target hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and lab equipment Collaborate with hardware & firmware teams for smooth integration and early issue resolution Drive improvements in software architecture, processes, and documentation What Were Looking For Strong experience in Embedded C and embedded Linux development Proven low-level programming and hardware-software integration skills Comfortable with build systems, xjlbheb toolchains, version control, and system bring-up Hands-on with debugging tools and lab equipment Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative across multidisciplinary teams Qualifications Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electronics, Software Engineering, or related discipline Experience with device drivers, Yocto, or real-time systems is a plus