Senior Embedded Linux Engineer | Cambridgeshire | £60-70k

Location: Cambridge (Consultancy-based)

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

Due to the type of work the client are looking for UK eyes only candidates

We are looking for a high-caliber Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a leading technology business. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives on technical variety and wants to play a key part in turning “impossible” concepts into real-world, high-integrity platforms.

Your Technical Profile

• Language Expertise: Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems.
• Platform Experience: Extensive experience developing for embedded platforms (ARM, STM32, or similar Microcontrollers).
• OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of Embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux).
• Systems Architecture: Ability to design scalable, robust software using UML and rigorous engineering practices.
• Interfacing: Comfortable working close to the metal, including interfacing with on-board FPGAs and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).

The “Value Add”

• Experience with Python or MATLAB for algorithm development and testing.
• Familiarity with Low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) design constraints-crucial for drone and space applications.
• A background in Signal Processing or Robotics (ROS/ROS2).
• The ability to mentor junior engineers and act as a “Design Authority” for software workstreams.

If you are a motivated engineer who thrives on variety and exciting technical challenges, apply today with your CV.