Our client is seeking an experienced Embedded Software Technical Lead with strong low-level embedded expertise to work on custom hardware platforms in pre-RTOS environments. This role requires hands-on experience developing firmware directly on boards, with a strong understanding of hardware interaction, IC communication, and DSP. Alongside technical capability, candidates must be able to demonstrate ownership and leadership of projects or technical delivery, either as a Technical Lead, Team Lead, or Project Lead. Key Responsibilities Lead the development of low-level embedded firmware on custom hardware platforms Work in bare metal / pre-RTOS environments Develop and optimise DSP and signal processing functionality Interface directly with ICs and embedded hardware components Take ownership of technical delivery, architecture, and key engineering decisions Collaborate closely with hardware and multidisciplinary engineering teams Mentor and support engineers within the team Drive project delivery, managing technical risks and dependencies Technical Skills Proven bare metal embedded development experience Strong low-level board and hardware interaction experience Experience with IC communication and hardware interfaces DSP and signal processing experience Embedded debugging and low-level diagnostics capability Knowledge of software architecture and embedded system design Assembler experience desirable Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.