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Job Title : Senior Embedded Software Engineer Location : Oxford Salary : £55,000 - £70,000 (Depending on Experience) Job Overview: We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a multidisciplinary design and engineering team developing high-quality, safety-critical embedded systems. The successful candidate will take technical ownership of embedded software development across multiple concurrent projects, working closely with hardware, systems, and test engineers to deliver robust and compliant solutions. This role will suit a hands-on engineer with strong experience in C/C++, ARM microcontrollers (STM32), and communication protocols such as CANbus and RS-485. Experience within regulated industries ideally aerospace or similarly safety-critical environments and familiarity with DO-178C processes is highly desirable. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Oxford, offering the opportunity to influence software design and development across several innovative platforms. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience (5+ years) developing embedded software in C and C++. Strong working knowledge of ARM Cortex-M (STM32) microcontrollers. Experience with CANbus and RS-485 communication protocols. Knowledge of Linux or embedded Linux environments for future system development. Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, automotive, or medical devices. Excellent debugging, optimisation, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and documentation abilities. Desirable Skills Familiarity with RTOS environments Experience with graphical frameworks for embedded GUIs. Exposure to functional safety or quality standards (e.g., ISO 26262). Use of version control (Git/SVN) and continuous integration tools. Scripting experience (e.g., Python, shell) for automation or testing. Note: All Candidates must be able to work in the UK without VISA Sponsorship

Job Title : Embedded Software Engineer Salary : Up to £50,000 (Depending on Experience) Location : Bristol (Hybrid) Job Overview: Zenovo is looking for talented Embedded Software Engineers (minimum 2 years commercial experience) to work hybrid with our Bristol-based client. You ll be contributing to projects within a regulated industry, where excellence in software development is essential. In this role you will be involved in the ongoing development of software for Real-Time Operating Systems, working to recognised safety standards, and delivering high-quality design and test documentation. Key Skills Required: Proficient in C and Assembly programming languages Skilled in Embedded Systems Design and implementation Experienced in software development within controlled and regulated environments Proficient in working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Strong low-level embedded engineering experience across diverse hardware platforms, including Cortex-M3, Cortex-M4, and Cortex-A7 Experienced in software requirements management and configuration control Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) Benefits : - Annual Salary Review - Performance Related Bonus - Enhanced Company Pension Contribution - 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (Rising as length of tenure increases) - Hybrid Working - 3 Days On-Site Per Week

Lead Hardware Engineer Location: Blackburn (hybrid - 1 day onsite per week) Salary: up to £75,000 + benefits The company A long-established technology manufacturer designing and building intelligent electronic products for global markets. With a strong, multi-year roadmap, they re investing in R&D and strengthening their hardware capability. The role You ll be the go-to hardware specialist in a close-knit product team, taking ownership of system-level design and collaborating daily with embedded firmware engineers. Expect a hands-on role spanning concept, schematic, layout input, bring-up, EMC, and release to manufacture. What you ll be doing End-to-end hardware development for embedded systems (schematic capture, component selection, DfM/DfT, verification). Board bring-up, lab debugging, and problem-solving using scopes, logic analysers, and JTAG tools. Partnering with firmware to define interfaces, power budgets, and test strategies. Driving EMC/EMI compliance from design-through to test and sign-off. Supporting NPI, test fixtures, documentation, and sustaining engineering as products scale. What you ll need: Solid PCB design/layout awareness with a pragmatic approach to EMC/EMI. Analogue design skills (sensors/ADC interfacing, DC/DC power stages). Strong system design experience with single-chip MCUs (e.g. Renesas M16C, TI MSP430, STM32) and associated debug toolchains. Exposure to higher-end application processors (e.g. NXP i.MX6, ARM Cortex-A7). Knowledge of industrial and peripheral interfaces (e.g. RS-485, SPI, I C, UART). Integrating modular comms: 4G modems, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC. Nice to have Hands-on with IoT/connected products. Low-power techniques for battery-operated devices. ISM-band RF transceivers for short-range wireless. Understanding of mains SMPS topologies and safety considerations. Why join? Senior-level influence on architecture and product direction. Varied, tangible products with the backing of a stable, market-leading brand. Hybrid working and flexible hours, modern labs, and real ownership. If interested, please send your updated CV asap. Interviews available at short notice.

Graduate Embedded Software Engineers (x2) Location: Bristol, UK Start Date: January 2026 Salary: Up to £37,500 + Discretionary Bonus & Benefits Type: Full-Time, Permanent We re currently recruiting on behalf of a leading technology company based in Bristol, who are looking to hire two Graduate Embedded Software Engineers to join their growing development team in January 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers to join a collaborative and innovative engineering environment, working on cutting-edge embedded systems and ARM-based technologies. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain embedded software using C and assembler Collaborate with hardware engineers on embedded systems design Work with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) on ARM processors Assist in testing, debugging, and integrating embedded solutions Follow structured development processes and contribute to code reviews What We re Looking For: Degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline Solid understanding of C programming and familiarity with assembler Exposure to embedded systems design, either through academic projects or industry placement Experience or understanding of real-time operating systems Knowledge of ARM architectures (e.g., Cortex-M or Cortex-A) Enthusiasm for low-level development and problem-solving in constrained environments What s On Offer: Competitive starting salary of up to £37,500, depending on experience Discretionary annual bonus Comprehensive benefits package including: Pension scheme Private healthcare 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working options Ongoing training and professional development Career progression opportunities in a high-growth, high-tech environment