A well-established UK engineering and manufacturing company is hiring a Senior Firmware Engineer / Linux Developer to work on complex, specialist hardware systems used globally in real-world applications.
This role suits an experienced engineer who enjoys working close to hardware, owning designs and contributing across the full product lifecycle.
The Role
You will join a multi-disciplinary engineering team developing embedded firmware and Linux-based systems from early prototypes through to production machines.
This is a hands-on senior role with genuine technical ownership and influence over system design.
Key Responsibilities
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Designing and architecting firmware solutions
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Developing embedded Linux software on ARM and x86 platforms
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Working across full lifecycle from prototype to production
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Interfacing with electronics, mechanics and optical systems
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Collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams
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Taking technical ownership and leading where required
Technical Environment
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Embedded Linux (ARM & x86)
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STM32, Raspberry Pi, NXP i.MX platforms
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Low-level hardware interfacing (analogue, digital, electromechanical)
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USB, PCIe, MIPI, I2C, SPI
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Cameras, motors, temperature and lighting control
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Basic GUI development
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Safety-critical design considerations
Background
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Degree in Software Engineering, Electronics or similar (2:1 or above)
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Strong firmware and embedded systems experience
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Comfortable owning designs and working autonomously
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Experience working close to hardware
Nice to Have
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Git, DevOps tools, Visual Studio
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Schematic reading and hardware debug
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Low- to medium-volume manufacturing exposure
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Wireless technologies (Bluetooth, WiFi, RFID)
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PICs, CPLDs or FPGAs
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Interest in imaging or photography
What’s On Offer
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Competitive salary
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Performance-related bonus
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Hybrid working
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Pension, private medical (including dental), life assurance
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Relocation support if required
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Generous holiday allowance
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37.5-hour working week