The Embedded Software Engineer is responsible for all aspects of software developed by REUK to support the development of the full range of products offered by the company.
Responsibilities and Tasks
* Development & Enhancement: Design, code, test, and deploy new embedded software applications and features for REUK products, ensuring adherence to internal processes, quality, and compliance standards.
* Innovation: Collaborate with development teams to deliver innovative solutions that address complex requirements, maximise value, and adhere to development timelines.
* Documentation: Create clear and comprehensive design documentation for all software, actively contribute to product technical documentation, product roadmaps, and software frameworks.
* Collaboration: Collaborate closely with SoC architects, FPGA and embedded software development teams.
* Develop, maintain, and rigorously test C/C++ codebases.
* Conduct comprehensive Unit and Integration Testing to ensure software quality and reliability.
* Implement and integrate software libraries supporting diverse communication protocols, including RS232/RS422, CAN, RTP, UDP, and TCP/IP.
* Design and develop graphical user interfaces (GUIs) leveraging both commercial and open-source libraries.
* Develop robust software applications for system control and monitoring.
* Implement and test video processing software solutions leveraging both commercial and open-source libraries.
* Provide essential support to the production team during factory and assurance testing phases, ensuring successful product delivery.
* Collaborate effectively with the development team to define, analyse, and decompose complex requirements, accurately capture scope, generate precise estimates, and identify interdependencies for efficient project execution.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Computer Science.
* At least 3 years of experience in Embedded Software Design and Development.
* Strong proficiency in C++ development and its associated best practices.
* Demonstrated understanding of unit testing methodologies, including expertise in utilising mocking frameworks.
* Solid foundation in data structures and algorithms, with the ability to apply them to solve complex problems and optimise solutions.
* Proficiency in Linux environments, including experience with system administration, command-line operations, and scripting.
* Familiarity with bootloader principles and their role in system initialization and embedded device management.
* Working knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and their application in streamlining software development workflows.
* In-depth knowledge of SOLID principles and common software design patterns, with the ability to apply them for creating robust, scalable, and maintainable code.
* Extensive expertise in Object-Oriented Design (OOD) principles and their practical implementation in software architecture.
* Experience of working to the MISRA C++17 Coding standard.
* Experience with MATLAB for data analysis, modelling, and simulation.
* Working knowledge of OpenGL or Vulkan.
* Working knowledge of CUDA to OpenCL.
* Working knowledge of Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence.
* Knowledge of FPGA development processes and HDL.
* Demonstrated familiarity with video protocols and data formats.
* Working knowledge of electro-optic systems and their functionalities.
* Current UK Security Clearance (SC or DV), or the ability to obtain it.
Personal Attributes
* Proactive and Driven: Demonstrates strong internal motivation, independently seeking out challenges and pursuing objectives with persistence and enthusiasm.
* Decisive and Action-Oriented: Confidently assesses situations, makes timely and well-reasoned decisions, and takes initiative to implement them.
* Self-Assured and Resilient: Exhibits strong self-belief and composure, navigating challenges and setbacks with a positive attitude and maintaining focus.
* Accountable and Responsible: Takes ownership of decisions and actions, leading by example and encouraging a sense of responsibility in others.
* Perceptive and Understanding: Actively listens and shows genuine interest in others' viewpoints, demonstrating emotional intelligence in interactions.
* Goal-Oriented: Combines self-motivation with leadership to set clear directions and drive progress towards achieving the product goals.
What We Offer You
* 25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays (increasing with service)
* The opportunity to work flexibly and to work your contracted hours over the week so that you can enjoy an early finish on a Friday.
* 4-times Death-in-Service Benefit (after 3 months of service)
* BUPA Healthcare & Dental-Care Insurance (after successful completion of probationary period)
* Long Service Rewards
* Employer Pension contributions of 6.8%
* Salary sacrifice scheme for Cycle to Work
* Discounted Ferry Bookings
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Bi-Monthly on-site massages
* Excellent Training Opportunities
* Recommend a friend scheme
* Excellent canteen facilities with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pool table and tuck shop
* Staff social events throughout the year
* Recognition for your work
Due to our pre-employment checks, we require applicants to have lived in the UK for at least 5 years.
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