Job Title: SC Cleared Embedded Software Engineer Location: Malvern, UK Duration; 6 months Rate: Up to £80 per hour via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with SC clearance and a passion for innovative technology? Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and aerospace sector, is hiring for a reputable company to support a critical project involving the re-architecture of a legacy electro-optical development board. What youll be doing: Baseline and re-architect a legacy electro-optical development board to enhance performance and capabilities. Write, implement, and test software at both sub-system and system levels, ensuring seamless integration with application and GUI software, as well as FPGA colleagues. Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with project goals. What youll bring: Proven experience with Xilinx Petalinux, SDK/XSDK/Vitis, and embedded Linux environments. Strong skills in C, C++, and Python programming. Familiarity with version control tools such as GIT, and build systems like Makefile. Knowledge of FPGA development, particularly with Xilinx SoC/MPSoC/RFSOC, and experience with development boards like ZCU111. Experience with FPGA design tools such as Xilinx Vivado, VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, and TCL scripting. Desirable skills include Docker, Bamboo, Confluence, and extended database knowledge with PostgreSQL and PostGIS. What youll need: A background in embedded software development within a defence or aerospace environment. Experience working on complex hardware-software integration projects. A proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects within a supportive and innovative environment. If you hold SC clearance and are ready to make an impact, wed love to hear from you! Apply now to join a team committed to technological excellence and impactful solutions.