April Quest

Embedded Software Engineer, Abingdon, 60k April Quest are working with a global manufacturer of safety-critical instrumentation used in regulated, real-world environments where reliability and accuracy are cruicial. The Embedded Software Engineer will play a key part in the architecture and development of real-time embedded software, working closely with Hardware and Systems teams to deliver robust, compliant next-generation products. What you'll do as the Embedded Software Engineer: Develop and maintain embedded software in C/C++ Build real-time firmware in an RTOS environment Integrate sensors and comms interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C) Write and debug low-level drivers Support board bring-up and troubleshooting with hardware and systems teams What you'll bring as the Embedded Software Engineer: Commercial experience developing embedded C and C++ Strong hands-on experience with RTOS or Linux Understanding of low-level drivers Experience integrating embedded software with FPGA-based systems. What's Next? If you're an Embedded Software Engineer looking for your next opportunity then APPLY NOW. If you're interested in any other Embedded Software Engineering opportunities across the UK, then please reach out to Bradley Quest.

Info about the company We are working with a UK-based manufacturer of safety-critical electronic products used in industrial and hazardous environments worldwide. Their devices are built for reliability in demanding, regulated settings, and engineered from concept through to long-term production and support. There is no visa sponsorship available for this role, and a UK driving license is required Info about what the Electronics and Software Design Engineer role entails This is a hands-on electronics and embedded software role focused on developing safety-critical products from early design through to production. The role combines analogue and digital electronics design with embedded firmware development on Microchip PIC microcontrollers, working closely with mechanical and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, real-world solutions. Essential Requirements of a Electronics and Software Design Engineer Commercial experience as an electronics design engineer in a product or manufacturing environment Strong analogue and digital circuit design experience, including AC and DC circuits Hands-on experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools such as Altium Strong embedded C experience developing firmware for Microchip PIC 8-bit and 16-bit microcontrollers Practical experience using Microchip development tools and embedded IDEs Understanding of design for manufacturability and long-term reliability Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline Desirable Requirements of a Electronics and Software Design Engineer Experience working on safety-critical or regulated products Exposure to intrinsically safe or hazardous-area design Experience supporting products through certification and production If you feel you are suitable and interested in this role, APPLY NOW with an up-to-date CV. We also pay referral fees if you can suggest another suitable person that isn t already known to us. April Quest Ltd acts as both an Employment Business and Employment Agency and complies with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations Act 2003. We take your privacy seriously; our Privacy Policy can be viewed on our website.