Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Reading (Hybrid - typically 3 days onsite)
Salary: £90,000
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Right to Work: Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK required
I’m currently working with a well-established technology business that develops secure, mission-critical IoT and embedded systems used in safety-focused environments. On their behalf, I’m looking to hire an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer with strong Linux experience to play a key role in the design and development of robust, future-ready embedded software platforms.
This is a senior, hands-on technical role where your expertise will directly influence product architecture, security, and reliability, working as part of a collaborative and highly skilled engineering team.
The Role
As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer, you will:
* Design, develop, and maintain embedded Linux software for router and IoT devices
* Write high-quality, testable code, and contribute to automated tests and code reviews
* Debug and validate embedded systems, ensuring robust performance
* Collaborate closely with hardware and cross-functional teams
* Influence technical direction and stay current with emerging IoT/embedded trends
About You
You are a skilled embedded developer who:
* Has strong experience in C and embedded Linux development
* Understands Linux networking, IP-based networking (routing, VLANs, VPNs), and multiple interfaces (Ethernet, cellular, Wi-Fi)
* Is confident with git and modern collaborative workflows
* Has experience with C++ or Python and provisioning large fleets of devices (desirable)
What’s on Offer
In addition to a salary of circa £90,000, my client offers a strong benefits package and a working culture that genuinely values its engineers, including:
* Hybrid working model
* Pension scheme
* 25 days annual leave
* Healthcare benefits
* Insurance package
* On-site parking
If you’re a Senior Embedded Software Engineer looking for a role where your work genuinely matters - contributing to secure, reliable technology used in real-world, safety-critical applications - I’d be very happy to discuss this opportunity with you.
Please note: Applicants must have the full right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.