KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD

Role: Software Engineer Location: York Salary: Up to £45,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join a multiple award-winning technology company based in York. Due to continued growth, the business is expanding its engineering team and is looking for a capable developer to take ownership of their PC application software, supporting both new feature development and ongoing e click apply for full job details

Head of Engineering Location: Wakefield - Hybrid WFH Available Salary: Up to 95,000 + Benefits The Role KO2 is now working exclusively with an innovative technology company based in the Wakefield area that is seeking a Head of Engineering to lead and scale its engineering function with a particular focus on software services and cloud technology integration. This is a senior leadership role where you will take ownership of engineering strategy, delivery, and team development across a multidisciplinary environment, spanning electronics, mechanical, software, cloud, and connected services. You will play a key role in driving the evolution of their electronic products by integrating modern software services, cloud technologies and app integration, enabling smarter, connected, and more scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Drive the integration of software services and cloud technologies into electronic devices. Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team (electronics, embedded, software, cloud). Define and deliver the engineering roadmap, aligned with business and product strategy. Establish and improve engineering processes, standards, and best practices. Work closely with product, operations, and senior leadership to ensure successful delivery of projects. Support recruitment, performance management, and long-term capability growth within the engineering team. Ensure engineering decisions balance innovation, quality, cost, and time-to-market. Skills & Experience Required Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (Head of Engineering, Engineering Manager, Technical Director, or similar). Strong background working with electronic devices and embedded systems. Demonstrable experience adding software services, connectivity, and cloud technology to hardware-based products. Understanding of cloud platforms, IoT architectures, and modern software development practices. Experience leading cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at senior stakeholder level. What's on Offer A senior leadership role with real influence over technology direction Opportunity to work on innovative, connected electronic products Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working and flexibility Long-term career progression within a forward-thinking business Apply today with an update to date CV for his exciting new role or contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 for a confidential conversation.

Embedded Software Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: Up to 70,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer ready to take the next step in your career? We're working with an innovative Manchester-based technology company that's developing high-performance embedded systems used worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on real-world products at the cutting edge of embedded software. The Role As an Embedded Software Engineer, you'll be a key contributor to the design, development, and optimisation of embedded applications across a variety of embedded and Linux-based platforms. You'll collaborate closely with a talented engineering team to deliver robust, efficient, and scalable software solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain embedded software solutions Work across embedded and Linux environments to support high-performance systems Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams Debug, optimise, and enhance system performance Skills & Experience Essential: Strong, hands-on experience with embedded systems Proficiency in C or C++ within embedded environments Java development experience Experience with communication protocols such as RS232, I2C, TCP/IP, and USB Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to perform well under pressure Desirable: Development experience on Ubuntu and Windows Exposure to Yocto or Buildroot Understanding of Linux kernel configuration Experience developing Java OpenJDK on embedded Linux platforms Why Join? Work with cutting-edge embedded technologies Supportive, collaborative engineering culture Clear opportunities for career progression, training, and technical leadership Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Apply Now Apply today with an up-to-date CV, and a member of the KO2 team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Role: Software Engineer Location: York Salary: Up to 45,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join a multiple award-winning technology company based in York. Due to continued growth, the business is expanding its engineering team and is looking for a capable developer to take ownership of their PC application software, supporting both new feature development and ongoing enhancement of existing systems. The Role You'll join a small, highly skilled engineering team and play a key role in the development of a desktop application used by customers to monitor, analyse, and visualise data collected from a range of hardware devices. The role offers real ownership, variety, and the chance to contribute across the full software lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include developing new functionality, maintaining and improving the existing codebase, supporting customers, and producing clear technical documentation. About You You'll be degree qualified (Computer Science or similar) with 2+ years' commercial experience in PC software development. Your core skillset will include C# development using Visual Studio, with a strong understanding of structured, maintainable software design. Any exposure to embedded systems, electronics, or hardware communication will be a strong advantage. Essential Skills & Experience PC/Application software development C# or C++ or Java Embedded C development Degree-qualified in Computer Science or a related discipline Driving licence and access to a car Desirable Experience Serial communication protocols (RS232, SPI, CAN, RS485, I2C, etc.) Electronics design exposure Bare-metal or low-level development experience Why Apply? Join an award-winning engineering business High level of ownership and technical variety Work closely with a small, multidisciplinary team Contribute to new product development as well as existing platforms Develop software from high-level architecture through to implementation This role would suit a Software Engineer who enjoys variety, likes working closely with hardware-focused teams, and wants to play a key role in the development of innovative technology products. For more information or to apply, please contact Laurence Powell or Andrew Knight at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd.

Senior Firmware Engineer Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE + Benefits Location: Nottingham KO2's client is looking to add an experienced Senior Firmware Engineer to their growing engineering team. This is a technically focused senior role, offering a strong balance of hands-on embedded development (around 70%) alongside technical leadership (around 30%) click apply for full job details

Role: Lead Embedded Software Engineer Location: Fordsham, Cheshire salary: £60,000 to £70,000 When it comes to engineering medical technologies used at the point of need, whether in a GP surgery, an ICU, or a specialist hospital department, our client is setting new benchmarks for innovation, safety, and quality click apply for full job details

Role: Robotics Software Engineer Location: Newcastle (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Shape the Future of Robotics - Join a Leading Innovation Team in Newcastle! KO2 Recruitment is proud to partner with a world-class robotics company designing and developing advanced robotic systems used across global industries. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to join their expanding R&D team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop intelligent robotic systems that combine precision engineering, autonomy, and real-world functionality. You'll be working alongside a talented multidisciplinary team, contributing to the next generation of robotic platforms. The Role As a Robotics Software Engineer, you'll design and implement software that controls robotic arms, motion systems, and intelligent payloads. Your work will focus on developing real-time control, autonomy algorithms, and intuitive GUI interfaces - blending creativity with technical depth. You'll be responsible for: Developing embedded and application-level software in C, C++ or Python. Implementing control algorithms for motion and sensor systems. Working with Linux-based environments and communication interfaces. Integrating and testing software on physical robotic systems - both in lab and field. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in mechanical, electronics, and systems engineering. (Desirable) Working with ROS or ROS2 (Robot Operating System) to enhance autonomy. Skills & Experience Essential: Proven experience writing software to control real-world hardware or robotic systems. Strong skills in C/C++ and/or Python. Experience with Linux development environments. Excellent problem-solving skills and an innovative mindset. Desirable: Experience with ROS/ROS2 or Linux Exposure to embedded systems, real-time control, or machine autonomy. Background in robotics, automation, or mechatronics. Why Apply? Competitive salary up to 55,000 + discretionary bonus. Comprehensive benefits package - including private medical, critical illness cover, and 25 days holiday + bank holidays. Work on world-leading robotics products used globally. Join a high-calibre, collaborative team passionate about technology and innovation. If you're a software engineer with a passion for robotics, motion control, or autonomous systems, this is your chance to make a real impact. Apply today or contact KO2 Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity.

Position: Embedded Software Engineer Office Location: Barnsley + Hybrid Work from Home Salary: Up to £45,000 The Role: We are thrilled to present an excellent opportunity for an Embedded Engineer to become part of an innovative engineering team focused on developing advanced controller solutions click apply for full job details

Role: Electronics Software Engineer Location: Oldham Salary: Up to £50,000 + Benefits KO2's client, a global leader in advanced security technologies, is continuing its growth and is seeking an Electronics Software Engineer to support the development of world-class protection systems deployed in some of the most secure environments worldwide click apply for full job details

RF Electronics Engineer Location : Bradford Salary : Up to £70,000 DOE KO2 is working exclusively with a technology-driven client based in Bradford who are looking to strengthen their engineering team with an experienced RF Electronics Engineer. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-performance RF designs used in cutting-edge electronic systems click apply for full job details