Embedded Software Engineer

Job description

Embedded Software Engineer

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Cambridgeshire

Our Client

Our client is an established developer of specialised electronic products used to support the operation of critical technical systems within global markets. The organisation designs integrated hardware and software solutions that enable customers to operate complex equipment reliably and efficiently. Ongoing growth in product capability and engineering activity has created the requirement to strengthen the software development team through the appointment of an Embedded Software Engineer.

The Role

The Embedded Software Engineer will support the development and implementation of embedded software within Linux-based environments, contributing to the delivery of real-time applications used within advanced electronic products. The role will involve designing, developing and maintaining embedded software components while supporting the optimisation of system performance across a complex and evolving product platform.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, the role will involve close collaboration with software, hardware and system test engineers to deliver functionality aligned with product development priorities. The position will support the investigation and resolution of technical issues across embedded systems, contributing to debugging, testing and continuous improvement of software reliability and performance.

The successful candidate will bring experience in embedded C development within Linux environments alongside a structured and analytical approach to software development. They will demonstrate strong debugging capability, attention to detail and the ability to contribute effectively within collaborative engineering teams developing technically complex products.

To Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to develop embedded software capability within a technically focused product engineering organisation. Interested candidates are invited to apply accordingly. All submissions will be reviewed, and suitable candidates will be contacted directly.

About Us

Newman Stewart is a boutique executive search firm, delivering high-performing candidates to high-profile and mission-critical assignments. With a proven track record of success globally, we are the recruitment partner of choice to many blue chip, medium and small organisations, providing Executive Search, Management Selection and Psychometric Assessment Services to its clients.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cambridgeshire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English