Space Satellite Systems Engineer - OBDH The Digital System Engineer is tasked with electrical engineering responsibilities associated with various System Components: On-Board Computer (OBC) Remote Interface Unit (RIU) Mass Memory & Formatting Unit (MMFU) Other digital equipment as required, such as Instrument Control Unit (ICU) or Authenticating Unit (AU), among others. This role necessitates expertise in digital engineering and spacecraft operations as a minimum requirement. The Digital Engineer is responsible for defining the aforementioned components in alignment with mission requirements, electrical and software architecture, maintaining them throughout the project lifecycle, and delivering them, along with the Avionics team, to the project while adhering to On Time, On Quality, On Cost (OTOQOC) principles. This duty involves closely monitoring equipment suppliers, collaborating with other disciplines, primarily Functional Avionics, and engaging with the customer. The Digital Engineer collaborates with the FA team and operationally reports to the ELSYS Lead. Essential Skills Must have Space/Satellite experience (Phases B, C, D). OBC (On-Board Computer), MMFU (Mass Memory), and RIU (Remote Interface Unit). Hardware: FPGA / ASIC design. Communication Protocols: SpaceWire , MIL-STD-1553 , or CAN bus . Master's degree in electrical engineering or a comparable field such as physics or aerospace with knowledge in digital engineering and electronics. Extensive hardware/software design experience including the implementation, verification, and validation of algorithms in ASICs and FPGAs in collaboration with application developers, etc. Stability, ability to work under pressure, international mindset, and a team player. Key Tasks Assume central responsibility for the work package "On-board Data Handling" (OBDH) and oversee the delivery of related items (hardware, models, firmware, documentation) in space programs during phases B/C/D/E. Act as the primary point of contact for all OBDH subjects with the customer, suppliers, and the project team. Define the OBDH subsystem in collaboration with Avionics/Functional engineering, including: - Analysis of customer and mission requirements Cascade of requirements to functional chains and subsystems Definition of functional and electrical OBDH architectures Analysis of system performance and coordination of supporting work packages. Define OBDH subsystem components such as: On-board Computer (OBC), Remote Interface Unit (RIU), Mass Memory and Formatting Unit (MMFU), Instrument Control Unit (ICU) Manage suppliers Support system/satellite-level activities, including: Providing inputs to Systems engineering management for OBDH items (Design descriptions, inputs to the Engineering Interface Control Document (EICD), etc.) Supporting relevant operations and Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities at the system level Supporting the launch campaign for the purposes of the OBDH. The role offers hybrid working and is an excellent opportunity to work on a cutting edge project so get in touch ASAP to find out more Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jan 22, 2026
Contractor
Space Satellite Systems Engineer - OBDH The Digital System Engineer is tasked with electrical engineering responsibilities associated with various System Components: On-Board Computer (OBC) Remote Interface Unit (RIU) Mass Memory & Formatting Unit (MMFU) Other digital equipment as required, such as Instrument Control Unit (ICU) or Authenticating Unit (AU), among others. This role necessitates expertise in digital engineering and spacecraft operations as a minimum requirement. The Digital Engineer is responsible for defining the aforementioned components in alignment with mission requirements, electrical and software architecture, maintaining them throughout the project lifecycle, and delivering them, along with the Avionics team, to the project while adhering to On Time, On Quality, On Cost (OTOQOC) principles. This duty involves closely monitoring equipment suppliers, collaborating with other disciplines, primarily Functional Avionics, and engaging with the customer. The Digital Engineer collaborates with the FA team and operationally reports to the ELSYS Lead. Essential Skills Must have Space/Satellite experience (Phases B, C, D). OBC (On-Board Computer), MMFU (Mass Memory), and RIU (Remote Interface Unit). Hardware: FPGA / ASIC design. Communication Protocols: SpaceWire , MIL-STD-1553 , or CAN bus . Master's degree in electrical engineering or a comparable field such as physics or aerospace with knowledge in digital engineering and electronics. Extensive hardware/software design experience including the implementation, verification, and validation of algorithms in ASICs and FPGAs in collaboration with application developers, etc. Stability, ability to work under pressure, international mindset, and a team player. Key Tasks Assume central responsibility for the work package "On-board Data Handling" (OBDH) and oversee the delivery of related items (hardware, models, firmware, documentation) in space programs during phases B/C/D/E. Act as the primary point of contact for all OBDH subjects with the customer, suppliers, and the project team. Define the OBDH subsystem in collaboration with Avionics/Functional engineering, including: - Analysis of customer and mission requirements Cascade of requirements to functional chains and subsystems Definition of functional and electrical OBDH architectures Analysis of system performance and coordination of supporting work packages. Define OBDH subsystem components such as: On-board Computer (OBC), Remote Interface Unit (RIU), Mass Memory and Formatting Unit (MMFU), Instrument Control Unit (ICU) Manage suppliers Support system/satellite-level activities, including: Providing inputs to Systems engineering management for OBDH items (Design descriptions, inputs to the Engineering Interface Control Document (EICD), etc.) Supporting relevant operations and Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities at the system level Supporting the launch campaign for the purposes of the OBDH. The role offers hybrid working and is an excellent opportunity to work on a cutting edge project so get in touch ASAP to find out more Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
The Role We are looking for an experienced Analog Electronics Engineering Manager to lead the development and delivery of the high-speed, analog, and mixed-signal electronics that support our optical compute core. This role combines technical oversight with delivery execution, team leadership, and resource planning. You will partner with the Electronics Architect to ensure effective execution of the technical strategy-bridging technical development with program and people management. You'll contribute technically while also leading project planning, hiring, mentoring, and cross functional coordination. You will work closely with ASIC, Optical, Firmware, and System Reliability teams to ensure that our analog electronics roadmap is aligned with our system performance goals and business milestones. Responsibilities: People & Execution Build and manage a high-performing team: recruit, coach, and retain top analog talent through 1:1s, career development, and performance reviews. Drive execution using agile hardware development methods, balancing rapid iteration with reliability and manufacturability. Lead resource planning for PCB fabrication, assembly, and test fixture development. Report program status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders. Responsibilities: Technical Leadership Provide hands on technical direction across the design and implementation of analog and mixed signal subsystems, ensuring high-quality execution and timely delivery. Work closely with the Electronics Architect, who owns the overarching technical strategy and system level architecture, to translate design intent into actionable engineering plans. Guide the team through detailed tasks such as schematic reviews, layout best practices, simulation strategy, and bring up support, ensuring engineering rigor and design quality. Facilitate cross functional collaboration with Optical, Embedded Systems, and System Reliability teams to ensure smooth system integration and manufacturability, while advocating for sound analog design principles. Skills & Experience BEng/MEng or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or related). 10+ years designing high performance analog or mixed signal hardware, 3+ years leading engineering teams. Demonstrated ownership of at least one complex electronics product from concept to volume manufacture. Deep expertise in low noise, wide bandwidth analog front ends (TIA, LNA, ADC/DAC interface). Deep expertise in high speed (>10 Gb/s) differential signalling, impedance control, and signal integrity mitigation (crosstalk, skew, reflections). Fluency with EDA and simulation tools (Altium / Cadence / Keysight ADS / Ansys or similar). Solid grounding in design for EMC/EMI, thermal management, and automated test. Excellent communication skills, able to dive deep with specialists and simplify for execs. Compensation & Benefits £162,000 - £198,000 annual salary, depending on experience, skills, and location. Competitive stock options, you're not just part of the journey, you will own a piece of it. Work from our HQ in King's Cross, right in the middle of London's buzzing AI scene. Live within 45 minutes of the office? Perfect. Live within 20 minutes? We'll add an extra location bonus to your salary. We offer visa sponsorship and full relocation support (UK and abroad), through a dedicated third party provider who are on hand to make your move to London as seamless as possible. Full BUPA healthcare and dental cover, medical history disregarded. High spec tech for everyone - M4 Macs as standard, M4 Pros for Engineers. Sony noise cancelling headphones and ergonomic setups to keep you comfortable and focused. Personal company card to spend on tools that help you do your job - like ChatGPT Pro or anything else that boosts your workflow. Healthy, chef cooked dinners in the office every night, with something for every diet and tastebud. Monthly off site team socials. 25 days of paid holiday, plus all the UK bank holidays. Access to our in house 3D printer for personal or work projects. Cycle2work scheme. Need a caffeine fix? We've got you covered with a tab at our favourite local coffee shop. We offer a pension plan and salary sacrifice options. Due to U.S. export control regulations, candidates' eligibility to work at Olix depends on their most recent citizenship or permanent residency status. We are generally unable to consider applicants whose most recent citizenship or permanent residence is in certain restricted countries (currently including Iran, North Korea, Syria, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Venezuela). Applicants who have subsequently obtained citizenship or permanent residency in another country not subject to these restrictions may still be eligible. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, will not be liable for any fees, and prohibit unauthorised use of our company name in recruitment activities.
Jan 21, 2026
Full time
The Role We are looking for an experienced Analog Electronics Engineering Manager to lead the development and delivery of the high-speed, analog, and mixed-signal electronics that support our optical compute core. This role combines technical oversight with delivery execution, team leadership, and resource planning. You will partner with the Electronics Architect to ensure effective execution of the technical strategy-bridging technical development with program and people management. You'll contribute technically while also leading project planning, hiring, mentoring, and cross functional coordination. You will work closely with ASIC, Optical, Firmware, and System Reliability teams to ensure that our analog electronics roadmap is aligned with our system performance goals and business milestones. Responsibilities: People & Execution Build and manage a high-performing team: recruit, coach, and retain top analog talent through 1:1s, career development, and performance reviews. Drive execution using agile hardware development methods, balancing rapid iteration with reliability and manufacturability. Lead resource planning for PCB fabrication, assembly, and test fixture development. Report program status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders. Responsibilities: Technical Leadership Provide hands on technical direction across the design and implementation of analog and mixed signal subsystems, ensuring high-quality execution and timely delivery. Work closely with the Electronics Architect, who owns the overarching technical strategy and system level architecture, to translate design intent into actionable engineering plans. Guide the team through detailed tasks such as schematic reviews, layout best practices, simulation strategy, and bring up support, ensuring engineering rigor and design quality. Facilitate cross functional collaboration with Optical, Embedded Systems, and System Reliability teams to ensure smooth system integration and manufacturability, while advocating for sound analog design principles. Skills & Experience BEng/MEng or PhD in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or related). 10+ years designing high performance analog or mixed signal hardware, 3+ years leading engineering teams. Demonstrated ownership of at least one complex electronics product from concept to volume manufacture. Deep expertise in low noise, wide bandwidth analog front ends (TIA, LNA, ADC/DAC interface). Deep expertise in high speed (>10 Gb/s) differential signalling, impedance control, and signal integrity mitigation (crosstalk, skew, reflections). Fluency with EDA and simulation tools (Altium / Cadence / Keysight ADS / Ansys or similar). Solid grounding in design for EMC/EMI, thermal management, and automated test. Excellent communication skills, able to dive deep with specialists and simplify for execs. Compensation & Benefits £162,000 - £198,000 annual salary, depending on experience, skills, and location. Competitive stock options, you're not just part of the journey, you will own a piece of it. Work from our HQ in King's Cross, right in the middle of London's buzzing AI scene. Live within 45 minutes of the office? Perfect. Live within 20 minutes? We'll add an extra location bonus to your salary. We offer visa sponsorship and full relocation support (UK and abroad), through a dedicated third party provider who are on hand to make your move to London as seamless as possible. Full BUPA healthcare and dental cover, medical history disregarded. High spec tech for everyone - M4 Macs as standard, M4 Pros for Engineers. Sony noise cancelling headphones and ergonomic setups to keep you comfortable and focused. Personal company card to spend on tools that help you do your job - like ChatGPT Pro or anything else that boosts your workflow. Healthy, chef cooked dinners in the office every night, with something for every diet and tastebud. Monthly off site team socials. 25 days of paid holiday, plus all the UK bank holidays. Access to our in house 3D printer for personal or work projects. Cycle2work scheme. Need a caffeine fix? We've got you covered with a tab at our favourite local coffee shop. We offer a pension plan and salary sacrifice options. Due to U.S. export control regulations, candidates' eligibility to work at Olix depends on their most recent citizenship or permanent residency status. We are generally unable to consider applicants whose most recent citizenship or permanent residence is in certain restricted countries (currently including Iran, North Korea, Syria, Cuba, Russia, Belarus, China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Venezuela). Applicants who have subsequently obtained citizenship or permanent residency in another country not subject to these restrictions may still be eligible. We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, will not be liable for any fees, and prohibit unauthorised use of our company name in recruitment activities.
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with proficiency in C# programming to lead the development of the IoT device software and cloud platform software for our connected energy storage systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and maintenance of communications and cloud backend for our IoT devices. This role is based at our head office in Oxford in the UK. About Brill Power Brill Power , a subsidiary of Palmer Energy Technology, works at the cutting edge of energy storage, power electronics, and battery software. We are a team of problem solvers and innovators, keen to make energy storage as efficient, sustainable, and widely adopted as possible. Established in 2016, Brill Power is a deep tech company with roots in the Engineering Department at the University of Oxford. Acquired in 2025 by Palmer Energy Technology Limited, we continue to grow our impact and expand to new markets. We are a small and talented team based in Oxford who are looking for new members to join us for the next chapter of Brill Power. Fun Essential to success. We love what we do. We think you should too. We are a team with mutual respect and understanding We are driven by innovation and leading the way in battery intelligence We work collaboratively to solve problems The Role We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with proficiency in C# programming to lead the development of the IoT device software and cloud platform software for our connected energy storage systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and maintenance of communications and cloud backend for our IoT devices. This role is based at our head office in Oxford in the UK. Job Overview and responsibilities Brill Power develops innovative software and hardware for battery system and energy management. Our proprietary IoT devices enable connectivity, data acquisition and control of battery energy storage systems to provide our customers with an end to end hardware + software solution. The person who joins us as Senior Software Engineer will design, develop and deploy the software that runs on our IoT devices and our cloud platform as part of the software and data team. The successful candidate will work closely with our Oxford based data, firmware and aftersales engineers, as well as our parent company's international technical teams to deliver and maintain our IoT infrastructure. Responsibilities Include IoT Software Development : Developing and maintaining the C# codebase for our IoT devices Cloud Software Development : Developing and maintaining the C# codebase for our cloud platform API Development : Developing APIs to expose data to external systems, or to ingest data from those systems into our own Monitoring & Troubleshooting : Maintaining system reliability, performance, and resolving connectivity issues Collaboration and Communication : Working with internal and external software teams, battery & data experts Team Dynamics : Maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere within the team Skills and Experience Successful candidates will have experience with the following: 8 years' experience in C# (.NET Core 8 and later) Experience with cloud services (ideally Azure) Experience with Docker Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience Nice to Have Experience with CAN, Modbus QuestDB, DuckDB or KDB Working knowledge of C++, Python Track record of successfully delivering commercial IoT solutions Working Style: Fast learner, eager to pick up new technologies Pragmatic; comfortable with ambiguity and changing requirement Able to work autonomously Comfortable working in a small team with a diverse range of responsibilities Brill Power Benefits In addition to a fun and friendly team and working environment, we offer: Competitive salary, based on experience 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays Benefits package to be agreed Full time, permanent role, with flexible working hours Regular team social events Get in touch There is no perfect candidate,and no single person can do it all, but if this sounds like you and you're looking for somewhere to thrive,we want to hear from you. Brill Power is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all, without regard to their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, gender reassignment, national origin, sexual orientation, or age. Please send a CV and cover letter to , clearly indicating where your skills and experience match what we are looking for in this role. Brill Power is proud to be a certified Oxford Living Wage employer.
Jan 21, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with proficiency in C# programming to lead the development of the IoT device software and cloud platform software for our connected energy storage systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and maintenance of communications and cloud backend for our IoT devices. This role is based at our head office in Oxford in the UK. About Brill Power Brill Power , a subsidiary of Palmer Energy Technology, works at the cutting edge of energy storage, power electronics, and battery software. We are a team of problem solvers and innovators, keen to make energy storage as efficient, sustainable, and widely adopted as possible. Established in 2016, Brill Power is a deep tech company with roots in the Engineering Department at the University of Oxford. Acquired in 2025 by Palmer Energy Technology Limited, we continue to grow our impact and expand to new markets. We are a small and talented team based in Oxford who are looking for new members to join us for the next chapter of Brill Power. Fun Essential to success. We love what we do. We think you should too. We are a team with mutual respect and understanding We are driven by innovation and leading the way in battery intelligence We work collaboratively to solve problems The Role We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with proficiency in C# programming to lead the development of the IoT device software and cloud platform software for our connected energy storage systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development and maintenance of communications and cloud backend for our IoT devices. This role is based at our head office in Oxford in the UK. Job Overview and responsibilities Brill Power develops innovative software and hardware for battery system and energy management. Our proprietary IoT devices enable connectivity, data acquisition and control of battery energy storage systems to provide our customers with an end to end hardware + software solution. The person who joins us as Senior Software Engineer will design, develop and deploy the software that runs on our IoT devices and our cloud platform as part of the software and data team. The successful candidate will work closely with our Oxford based data, firmware and aftersales engineers, as well as our parent company's international technical teams to deliver and maintain our IoT infrastructure. Responsibilities Include IoT Software Development : Developing and maintaining the C# codebase for our IoT devices Cloud Software Development : Developing and maintaining the C# codebase for our cloud platform API Development : Developing APIs to expose data to external systems, or to ingest data from those systems into our own Monitoring & Troubleshooting : Maintaining system reliability, performance, and resolving connectivity issues Collaboration and Communication : Working with internal and external software teams, battery & data experts Team Dynamics : Maintaining a positive and productive atmosphere within the team Skills and Experience Successful candidates will have experience with the following: 8 years' experience in C# (.NET Core 8 and later) Experience with cloud services (ideally Azure) Experience with Docker Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience Nice to Have Experience with CAN, Modbus QuestDB, DuckDB or KDB Working knowledge of C++, Python Track record of successfully delivering commercial IoT solutions Working Style: Fast learner, eager to pick up new technologies Pragmatic; comfortable with ambiguity and changing requirement Able to work autonomously Comfortable working in a small team with a diverse range of responsibilities Brill Power Benefits In addition to a fun and friendly team and working environment, we offer: Competitive salary, based on experience 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays Benefits package to be agreed Full time, permanent role, with flexible working hours Regular team social events Get in touch There is no perfect candidate,and no single person can do it all, but if this sounds like you and you're looking for somewhere to thrive,we want to hear from you. Brill Power is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all, without regard to their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, gender reassignment, national origin, sexual orientation, or age. Please send a CV and cover letter to , clearly indicating where your skills and experience match what we are looking for in this role. Brill Power is proud to be a certified Oxford Living Wage employer.
Job Title: Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol (Hybrid 3 days on-site per week) Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus & Benefits (dependent on experience) Overview : An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Firmware Engineer to join an engineering team of 40+ who are going to be developing the next generation of product, which will be deployed across the globe. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of high-performance embedded software and firmware for next-generation products, while also maintaining and enhancing existing systems. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain firmware in C Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing solutions Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams Debug and troubleshoot embedded hardware and software issues Skills & Experience Required Minimum of 3 years experience working with embedded systems Strong proficiency in Embedded C for bare-metal firmware development Experience with communication interfaces and protocols such as SPI, RS-485, and CAN Hands-on debugging experience using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and multimeters Familiarity with source control systems such as Git Benefits Package Competitive pension scheme (up to 7% employer match) Discretionary annual bonus (typically around 10%) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Private medical healthcare Hybrid working and flexitime Annual wellness checks 25% discount on gym memberships Retail vouchers Mental health support services Regular social activities If you re interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply with your latest CV. Visa Sponsorship not available for this role
Jan 21, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol (Hybrid 3 days on-site per week) Salary: Up to £55,000 + Bonus & Benefits (dependent on experience) Overview : An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Firmware Engineer to join an engineering team of 40+ who are going to be developing the next generation of product, which will be deployed across the globe. In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of high-performance embedded software and firmware for next-generation products, while also maintaining and enhancing existing systems. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain firmware in C Support new product development and continuous improvement of existing solutions Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams Debug and troubleshoot embedded hardware and software issues Skills & Experience Required Minimum of 3 years experience working with embedded systems Strong proficiency in Embedded C for bare-metal firmware development Experience with communication interfaces and protocols such as SPI, RS-485, and CAN Hands-on debugging experience using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and multimeters Familiarity with source control systems such as Git Benefits Package Competitive pension scheme (up to 7% employer match) Discretionary annual bonus (typically around 10%) 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Private medical healthcare Hybrid working and flexitime Annual wellness checks 25% discount on gym memberships Retail vouchers Mental health support services Regular social activities If you re interested in learning more about this opportunity, please apply with your latest CV. Visa Sponsorship not available for this role
IT Infrastructure Engineer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. IT Infrastructure Engineer Location England South £42,323 per annum (pro rata for part time) Ref: 121REC Full time 37.5 hours per week we are happy to talk flexible working Base: Hybrid within a commutable distance to the Bristol Hub Contract: Permanent ABOUT THE ROLE Team: Resources As the IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will look after the organisation s IT systems every day. This includes both on premise systems and cloud based systems. You will also handle advanced technical support when issues are escalated. Another key part of your job is helping to plan and deliver IT projects. What You ll Be Doing Provide technical support and carry out daily maintenance on the organisation s IT systems and applications Act as the technical lead for IT projects that support the organisation s overall IT strategy Handle complex technical issues that the IT support team cannot resolve Lead the setup, maintenance, and administration of the organisation s hardware, software, and core systems This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working on complex IT projects with a small, dedicated team, and engaging in advanced IT trouble-shooting and problem-solving. There will be opportunities to explore and implement new technologies as we migrate physical systems to the cloud. ABOUT YOU We re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don t need to meet every requirement if you feel you d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Proven experience maintaining and supporting complex IT infrastructure, both in the cloud and on-premises. Microsoft Azure/365 Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 & 2025 VMWare ESXi Veeam Backup & Replication Disaster recovery Networking & VPN technologies Ability to install, set up and maintain IT server and network hardware Ability to install, update, and maintain firmware and software Experience identifying, reducing, and managing cyber security risks Experience working on tasks that are part of a wider project or programme Experience of the ITIL framework, change management and Agile working WHAT WE OFFER We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life. Wellbeing Support 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about Free, confidential support service available 24/7 Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme Financial Benefits Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Bike, computer and season ticket loans Discount benefits London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London). Death in Service benefit 3 x annual Salary Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Application deadline: 23:59, 01 February 2026 Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 16 February 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form. We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. Adjustments are available throughout the application process. Want to explore more roles? We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. Adjustments are available throughout the application process. Our Values We are always learning Championing equity Taking ownership Delivering Together
Jan 20, 2026
Full time
IT Infrastructure Engineer When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. IT Infrastructure Engineer Location England South £42,323 per annum (pro rata for part time) Ref: 121REC Full time 37.5 hours per week we are happy to talk flexible working Base: Hybrid within a commutable distance to the Bristol Hub Contract: Permanent ABOUT THE ROLE Team: Resources As the IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will look after the organisation s IT systems every day. This includes both on premise systems and cloud based systems. You will also handle advanced technical support when issues are escalated. Another key part of your job is helping to plan and deliver IT projects. What You ll Be Doing Provide technical support and carry out daily maintenance on the organisation s IT systems and applications Act as the technical lead for IT projects that support the organisation s overall IT strategy Handle complex technical issues that the IT support team cannot resolve Lead the setup, maintenance, and administration of the organisation s hardware, software, and core systems This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working on complex IT projects with a small, dedicated team, and engaging in advanced IT trouble-shooting and problem-solving. There will be opportunities to explore and implement new technologies as we migrate physical systems to the cloud. ABOUT YOU We re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don t need to meet every requirement if you feel you d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Proven experience maintaining and supporting complex IT infrastructure, both in the cloud and on-premises. Microsoft Azure/365 Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 & 2025 VMWare ESXi Veeam Backup & Replication Disaster recovery Networking & VPN technologies Ability to install, set up and maintain IT server and network hardware Ability to install, update, and maintain firmware and software Experience identifying, reducing, and managing cyber security risks Experience working on tasks that are part of a wider project or programme Experience of the ITIL framework, change management and Agile working WHAT WE OFFER We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life. Wellbeing Support 28 days leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about Free, confidential support service available 24/7 Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme Financial Benefits Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Bike, computer and season ticket loans Discount benefits London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London). Death in Service benefit 3 x annual Salary Family Friendly Policies Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Application deadline: 23:59, 01 February 2026 Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 16 February 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form. We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. Adjustments are available throughout the application process. Want to explore more roles? We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community. Adjustments are available throughout the application process. Our Values We are always learning Championing equity Taking ownership Delivering Together
Firmware Engineer Aberdeen Permanent iO Associates are working with an outstanding downhole tool company who are looking to add a new member to their R&D team, due to ongoing growth. As a Firmware Engineer, you'll design, develop, and test embedded firmware for advanced downhole and surface tools, working across the full development lifecycle click apply for full job details
Jan 20, 2026
Full time
Firmware Engineer Aberdeen Permanent iO Associates are working with an outstanding downhole tool company who are looking to add a new member to their R&D team, due to ongoing growth. As a Firmware Engineer, you'll design, develop, and test embedded firmware for advanced downhole and surface tools, working across the full development lifecycle click apply for full job details
Principal Firmware Engineer Glasglow Permanent iO Associates are working with an outstanding engineering company that are looking to add a Principal member to their Firmware team to provide technical leadership, due to ongoing growth. They deliver solutions for technology challenges and with this role being a Principal vacancy, you will have the chance to take ownership of development with the proje click apply for full job details
Jan 20, 2026
Full time
Principal Firmware Engineer Glasglow Permanent iO Associates are working with an outstanding engineering company that are looking to add a Principal member to their Firmware team to provide technical leadership, due to ongoing growth. They deliver solutions for technology challenges and with this role being a Principal vacancy, you will have the chance to take ownership of development with the proje click apply for full job details
Role: Software Security Engineer Location: Hertfordshire Job Type: Full time, Perm, Flexi The role Join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on highly sophisticated defence systems, with strong opportunities for technical and leadership development.You will be the technical authority for software security across defence products, ensuring secure design and delivery throughout the full product lifecycle from concept to in-service support. You will work closely with software and systems teams to embed security into architecture, design, and development, identifying risks and defining practical mitigations. As a Software Security Engineer, you will: Define and guide security requirements across projects Advise teams on secure architecture, design patterns, and coding standards Assess technologies and frameworks from a security perspective Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analysis Develop and improve secure development processes and tools Maintain security documentation and produce security reports and metrics As a Software Security Engineer, you will bring: Essential: Experience developing complex software systems in defence, aerospace, automotive, telecoms, or a similar regulated domain Strong knowledge of software security principles, standards, and best practice Experience conducting security assessments and managing technical risk The ability to lead technically, collaborate effectively, and influence design decisions. Desirable: Experience with embedded software and/or firmware Interest in emerging technologies and evolving security challenges Benefits: Competitive salary & high bonus. Pension contributions Flexible working options Enhanced parental leave Great onsite facilities
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
Role: Software Security Engineer Location: Hertfordshire Job Type: Full time, Perm, Flexi The role Join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on highly sophisticated defence systems, with strong opportunities for technical and leadership development.You will be the technical authority for software security across defence products, ensuring secure design and delivery throughout the full product lifecycle from concept to in-service support. You will work closely with software and systems teams to embed security into architecture, design, and development, identifying risks and defining practical mitigations. As a Software Security Engineer, you will: Define and guide security requirements across projects Advise teams on secure architecture, design patterns, and coding standards Assess technologies and frameworks from a security perspective Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analysis Develop and improve secure development processes and tools Maintain security documentation and produce security reports and metrics As a Software Security Engineer, you will bring: Essential: Experience developing complex software systems in defence, aerospace, automotive, telecoms, or a similar regulated domain Strong knowledge of software security principles, standards, and best practice Experience conducting security assessments and managing technical risk The ability to lead technically, collaborate effectively, and influence design decisions. Desirable: Experience with embedded software and/or firmware Interest in emerging technologies and evolving security challenges Benefits: Competitive salary & high bonus. Pension contributions Flexible working options Enhanced parental leave Great onsite facilities
Role: Software Security Engineer Location: Bristol Job Type: Full time, Perm, Flexi The role Join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on highly sophisticated defence systems, with strong opportunities for technical and leadership development.You will be the technical authority for software security across defence products, ensuring secure design and delivery throughout the full product lifecycle from concept to in-service support. You will work closely with software and systems teams to embed security into architecture, design, and development, identifying risks and defining practical mitigations. As a Software Security Engineer, you will: Define and guide security requirements across projects Advise teams on secure architecture, design patterns, and coding standards Assess technologies and frameworks from a security perspective Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analysis Develop and improve secure development processes and tools Maintain security documentation and produce security reports and metrics As a Software Security Engineer, you will bring: Essential: Experience developing complex software systems in defence, aerospace, automotive, telecoms, or a similar regulated domain Strong knowledge of software security principles, standards, and best practice Experience conducting security assessments and managing technical risk The ability to lead technically, collaborate effectively, and influence design decisions. Desirable: Experience with embedded software and/or firmware Interest in emerging technologies and evolving security challenges Benefits: Competitive salary & high bonus. Pension contributions Flexible working options Enhanced parental leave Great onsite facilities
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
Role: Software Security Engineer Location: Bristol Job Type: Full time, Perm, Flexi The role Join a multidisciplinary engineering team working on highly sophisticated defence systems, with strong opportunities for technical and leadership development.You will be the technical authority for software security across defence products, ensuring secure design and delivery throughout the full product lifecycle from concept to in-service support. You will work closely with software and systems teams to embed security into architecture, design, and development, identifying risks and defining practical mitigations. As a Software Security Engineer, you will: Define and guide security requirements across projects Advise teams on secure architecture, design patterns, and coding standards Assess technologies and frameworks from a security perspective Conduct security risk assessments and vulnerability analysis Develop and improve secure development processes and tools Maintain security documentation and produce security reports and metrics As a Software Security Engineer, you will bring: Essential: Experience developing complex software systems in defence, aerospace, automotive, telecoms, or a similar regulated domain Strong knowledge of software security principles, standards, and best practice Experience conducting security assessments and managing technical risk The ability to lead technically, collaborate effectively, and influence design decisions. Desirable: Experience with embedded software and/or firmware Interest in emerging technologies and evolving security challenges Benefits: Competitive salary & high bonus. Pension contributions Flexible working options Enhanced parental leave Great onsite facilities
LocationBloomsbury Square, London, United Kingdom# Senior Network Security Engineer (L4) at N Consulting LtdLocationBloomsbury Square, London, United KingdomSalary£65 - £69 /yearJob TypeFull-timeDate PostedDecember 9th, 2025Apply Now Role: Senior Network Security Engineer (L4) Experience: 10years Location: Guildford,UK Work mode: Onsite Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled L4 Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco security technologies, Check Point firewalls, and F5 APM. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and troubleshooting enterprise security solutions across multi-site and data center environments. This role requires hands-on experience in platform installations, upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning activities, along with strong troubleshooting and cross-team collaboration skills. Key Responsibilities 1. Security Infrastructure Operations & EngineeringManage, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco ISE (TACACS+, RADIUS, Dot1X, CoA, Profiling). Administer and support Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls including ACLs, NAT, VPN, failover, clustering, and upgrades. Manage Check Point firewalls (R80.x) - policy management, clustering, VPN, logging, and health checks. Handle F5 APM for remote access VPN, SSO, authentication policies, and application access. Support data center network security architecture (firewalls, segmentation, VRF, routing, switching security).2. Implementation, Installations & DecommissioningPerform installation, configuration, and deployment of security devices (ASA/FTD, Check Point, ISE nodes, F5 APM). Lead hardware refresh, firewall replacement, and migration projects. Execute device decommissioning, ensuring proper cleanup of configs, rule removal, rack removal, and documentation. Conduct cutover activities, change execution, and post-implementation validation.3. Project & Architecture SupportParticipate in designing secure network architectures for enterprise and data center environments. Work with cross-functional teams to review network and security requirements. Create and maintain HLDs/LLDs, network diagrams, migration plans, and SOPs.4. Security Operations & TroubleshootingAct as L4 SME for escalations related to network security issues. Troubleshoot identity/authentication failures, VPN issues, firewall packet drops, routing conflicts. Perform root-cause analysis (RCA), remediation plans, and long-term fixes. Monitor system health, logs, and alerts across multiple platforms.5. Governance, Compliance & Best PracticesEnsure compliance with security standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, CIS benchmarks). Conduct periodic rule/policy optimization, cleanup, and audits. Maintain device firmware/software to secure and supported versions. Document operational procedures and provide knowledge transfer to L1/L2 teams. Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Cisco ISE (expert level) - Authentication policies, authorization profiles, profiling, certificates, device onboarding.Cisco ASA/FTD - VPN, NAT, ACL, clustering, routing, packet tracer, Firepower Management Center (FMC).Check Point R80.x - SmartConsole, VPN, IPS, rule optimization, HA/cluster.F5 APM - Access policy creation, VPN configuration, SAML/OAuth integration.Cisco Switching/Routing in DC environment - Nexus (5k/7k/9k), VLANs, VPC, OSPF/BGP basics.Packet capture tools: Wireshark, tcpdump.cloud networking (AWS/Azure) is a plus.Automation/Scripting knowledge (Python, Ansible) preferred but not mandatory. Experience 6-10+ years of strong experience in enterprise Network Security.Experience working in large, distributed, high-availability environments.Proven track record of leading install, upgrade, migration, and decommission projects.Experience in handling major Incidents and RCA documentation. Soft Skills Excellent communication and documentation skills.Strong analytical and troubleshooting capability.Ability to lead changes independently and collaborate with global teams.Ability to mentor junior engineers.
Jan 19, 2026
Full time
LocationBloomsbury Square, London, United Kingdom# Senior Network Security Engineer (L4) at N Consulting LtdLocationBloomsbury Square, London, United KingdomSalary£65 - £69 /yearJob TypeFull-timeDate PostedDecember 9th, 2025Apply Now Role: Senior Network Security Engineer (L4) Experience: 10years Location: Guildford,UK Work mode: Onsite Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled L4 Network Security Engineer with deep expertise in Cisco security technologies, Check Point firewalls, and F5 APM. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, optimizing, and troubleshooting enterprise security solutions across multi-site and data center environments. This role requires hands-on experience in platform installations, upgrades, migrations, and decommissioning activities, along with strong troubleshooting and cross-team collaboration skills. Key Responsibilities 1. Security Infrastructure Operations & EngineeringManage, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco ISE (TACACS+, RADIUS, Dot1X, CoA, Profiling). Administer and support Cisco ASA/FTD firewalls including ACLs, NAT, VPN, failover, clustering, and upgrades. Manage Check Point firewalls (R80.x) - policy management, clustering, VPN, logging, and health checks. Handle F5 APM for remote access VPN, SSO, authentication policies, and application access. Support data center network security architecture (firewalls, segmentation, VRF, routing, switching security).2. Implementation, Installations & DecommissioningPerform installation, configuration, and deployment of security devices (ASA/FTD, Check Point, ISE nodes, F5 APM). Lead hardware refresh, firewall replacement, and migration projects. Execute device decommissioning, ensuring proper cleanup of configs, rule removal, rack removal, and documentation. Conduct cutover activities, change execution, and post-implementation validation.3. Project & Architecture SupportParticipate in designing secure network architectures for enterprise and data center environments. Work with cross-functional teams to review network and security requirements. Create and maintain HLDs/LLDs, network diagrams, migration plans, and SOPs.4. Security Operations & TroubleshootingAct as L4 SME for escalations related to network security issues. Troubleshoot identity/authentication failures, VPN issues, firewall packet drops, routing conflicts. Perform root-cause analysis (RCA), remediation plans, and long-term fixes. Monitor system health, logs, and alerts across multiple platforms.5. Governance, Compliance & Best PracticesEnsure compliance with security standards (ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, CIS benchmarks). Conduct periodic rule/policy optimization, cleanup, and audits. Maintain device firmware/software to secure and supported versions. Document operational procedures and provide knowledge transfer to L1/L2 teams. Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Cisco ISE (expert level) - Authentication policies, authorization profiles, profiling, certificates, device onboarding.Cisco ASA/FTD - VPN, NAT, ACL, clustering, routing, packet tracer, Firepower Management Center (FMC).Check Point R80.x - SmartConsole, VPN, IPS, rule optimization, HA/cluster.F5 APM - Access policy creation, VPN configuration, SAML/OAuth integration.Cisco Switching/Routing in DC environment - Nexus (5k/7k/9k), VLANs, VPC, OSPF/BGP basics.Packet capture tools: Wireshark, tcpdump.cloud networking (AWS/Azure) is a plus.Automation/Scripting knowledge (Python, Ansible) preferred but not mandatory. Experience 6-10+ years of strong experience in enterprise Network Security.Experience working in large, distributed, high-availability environments.Proven track record of leading install, upgrade, migration, and decommission projects.Experience in handling major Incidents and RCA documentation. Soft Skills Excellent communication and documentation skills.Strong analytical and troubleshooting capability.Ability to lead changes independently and collaborate with global teams.Ability to mentor junior engineers.
Are you an experienced Principal Firmware Engineer ready to take ownership of firmware strategy and delivery for cutting-edge laser and photonics systems? This is a senior, high-impact role where you'll lead firmware development for advanced embedded platforms supporting industries such as medical devices, life sciences, semiconductors, space, and quantum technologies. This opportunity offers the chance to shape global firmware standards, drive innovation, and mentor teams while delivering robust, high-quality embedded solutions that meet customer and business objectives. Key responsibilities of the Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton: Lead the research, development, testing, and maintenance of firmware for new and existing laser systems. Drive the creation of firmware concepts, roadmaps, and strategic plans aligned with organisational goals. Design, develop, test, and debug embedded firmware using C/C++ for complex hardware platforms. Develop algorithms for measurement data processing and create interface and communication protocol code. Implement and maintain build systems, automated testing, and continuous integration pipelines. Ensure firmware meets design, quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness standards. Manage projects from concept and design through unit testing and handover to production. Conduct code reviews and ensure documentation captures designs, tests, policies, and procedures. Establish and maintain global best practice procedures across engineering teams and sites. Act as a key subject matter expert and advisor to internal stakeholders. Track deliverables, set priorities, and provide regular progress reports to senior leadership. Drive continuous improvement across processes, products, and services within the firmware function. Skills & knowledge required of the Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton: Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and embedded firmware development. Strong understanding of communication protocols networked and industrial interfaces. Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and build systems. Knowledge of scripting languages and test automation frameworks. Strong project management, time management, and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, R&D, product, and project teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing, high-growth environment. Innovative mindset with a strong customer and quality focus. Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. Proven experience setting up and leading a firmware function. Strong background in system design, planning, and delivering complex engineering projects. Experience in the photonics industry and within fast-paced, growing environments. If this Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton could be of interest, send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed) to discuss in more detail.
Jan 18, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Principal Firmware Engineer ready to take ownership of firmware strategy and delivery for cutting-edge laser and photonics systems? This is a senior, high-impact role where you'll lead firmware development for advanced embedded platforms supporting industries such as medical devices, life sciences, semiconductors, space, and quantum technologies. This opportunity offers the chance to shape global firmware standards, drive innovation, and mentor teams while delivering robust, high-quality embedded solutions that meet customer and business objectives. Key responsibilities of the Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton: Lead the research, development, testing, and maintenance of firmware for new and existing laser systems. Drive the creation of firmware concepts, roadmaps, and strategic plans aligned with organisational goals. Design, develop, test, and debug embedded firmware using C/C++ for complex hardware platforms. Develop algorithms for measurement data processing and create interface and communication protocol code. Implement and maintain build systems, automated testing, and continuous integration pipelines. Ensure firmware meets design, quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness standards. Manage projects from concept and design through unit testing and handover to production. Conduct code reviews and ensure documentation captures designs, tests, policies, and procedures. Establish and maintain global best practice procedures across engineering teams and sites. Act as a key subject matter expert and advisor to internal stakeholders. Track deliverables, set priorities, and provide regular progress reports to senior leadership. Drive continuous improvement across processes, products, and services within the firmware function. Skills & knowledge required of the Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton: Expert-level proficiency in C/C++ and embedded firmware development. Strong understanding of communication protocols networked and industrial interfaces. Experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and build systems. Knowledge of scripting languages and test automation frameworks. Strong project management, time management, and organisational skills. Ability to work collaboratively across engineering, R&D, product, and project teams. Strong communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-changing, high-growth environment. Innovative mindset with a strong customer and quality focus. Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. Proven experience setting up and leading a firmware function. Strong background in system design, planning, and delivering complex engineering projects. Experience in the photonics industry and within fast-paced, growing environments. If this Principal Firmware Engineer job based in Southampton could be of interest, send your CV to (url removed) or call Ben on (phone number removed) to discuss in more detail.
Senior Software Engineer - XR Development Location: Farnborough 2 3 days but could be flexible. Duration: ASAP for 6 months. Rate: Up to £750 per day via an approved umbrella company. Are you passionate about immersive technology and ready to make a real impact? Our client, a leading organisation in defence training, is hiring for a reputed client to develop cutting edge training and education tools using virtual and mixed reality. What you'll be doing: Rapidly produce Unity or Unreal based XR applications in an agile environment. Collaborate with project teams to prioritise and translate requirements into actionable backlogs. Integrate immersive content from modelling resources and configure XR system components, including enterprise management platforms. Develop secure software solutions tailored for defence environments, deploying to device estates remotely and locally. Create and execute comprehensive system test plans, perform regression and performance testing, and document results. Maintain traceability between requirements and testing, supporting defect resolution. Work closely with developers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing technical support during transfer to service phases. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team. What you'll bring: Extensive experience in developing XR software with Unity or Unreal, including immersive user interfaces. Proven track record in software development, integration, and testing within immersive environments. Strong skills in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps. Excellent problem solving, systems engineering understanding, and collaboration skills. Experience with technical leadership and working across complex projects. Desirable: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar. Experience with Meta Quest SDKs (v78+), Quest 3, and Meta Quest firmware (v81). Knowledge of simulation software in defence or aerospace sectors. Experience with networking, multiplayer XR experiences, and enterprise device management. Join a dynamic team working on innovative XR solutions for defence training. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a high impact environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of this exciting journey.
Jan 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Software Engineer - XR Development Location: Farnborough 2 3 days but could be flexible. Duration: ASAP for 6 months. Rate: Up to £750 per day via an approved umbrella company. Are you passionate about immersive technology and ready to make a real impact? Our client, a leading organisation in defence training, is hiring for a reputed client to develop cutting edge training and education tools using virtual and mixed reality. What you'll be doing: Rapidly produce Unity or Unreal based XR applications in an agile environment. Collaborate with project teams to prioritise and translate requirements into actionable backlogs. Integrate immersive content from modelling resources and configure XR system components, including enterprise management platforms. Develop secure software solutions tailored for defence environments, deploying to device estates remotely and locally. Create and execute comprehensive system test plans, perform regression and performance testing, and document results. Maintain traceability between requirements and testing, supporting defect resolution. Work closely with developers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing technical support during transfer to service phases. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the team. What you'll bring: Extensive experience in developing XR software with Unity or Unreal, including immersive user interfaces. Proven track record in software development, integration, and testing within immersive environments. Strong skills in Visual Studio and Azure DevOps. Excellent problem solving, systems engineering understanding, and collaboration skills. Experience with technical leadership and working across complex projects. Desirable: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar. Experience with Meta Quest SDKs (v78+), Quest 3, and Meta Quest firmware (v81). Knowledge of simulation software in defence or aerospace sectors. Experience with networking, multiplayer XR experiences, and enterprise device management. Join a dynamic team working on innovative XR solutions for defence training. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a high impact environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of this exciting journey.
We are seeking experienced Systems Engineers to provide technical leadership in the design and delivery of innovative defence solutions across Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), RF communications, and sensor systems. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of system designs for cutting-edge electronics used in Defence and Electronic Warfare (EW) applications. You will act as a System Design Authority (SDA) on complex projects, leading technical decision-making across the full engineering lifecycle. The position suits individuals who thrive in technically challenging environments, can assess trade-offs quickly, and communicate effectively with both customers and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of existing Electronic Warfare system products and future development roadmaps Act as System Design Authority on assigned projects, from early R&D concept through to product delivery and in-service support Provide systems engineering leadership to multidisciplinary teams delivering: Science and technology research Solution and product development Equipment trials Business development activities, including competitive bids Strengthen customer relationships by providing expert technical input to shape solutions and delivery programmes Provide technical assurance across internal projects and, where required, on behalf of customers Work closely with project management teams and customers to ensure delivery to time, cost, and performance/quality, managing technical risks throughout Support rapid prototyping for Urgent Operational Requirements (UORs) Operate flexibly across office, customer sites, shared workspaces, and home working, with occasional overseas travel Essential Skills & Experience BEng / BSc and/or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline Strong knowledge of sensor and communication systems Proven experience in Systems Engineering and technical leadership of cross-functional teams Experience across the full product development lifecycle, from R&D concept to delivered and supported systems Desirable Skills & Experience Electronic Warfare domain knowledge, including: Electronic Attack (EA) Electronic Surveillance (ES) ECM, ESM, RF Cyber Middleware and radio bearers Familiarity with open standards such as STICS, MORA, OpenCPI, SOSA, OpenVPX System-level understanding of: Hardware, firmware, and software integration Digital Signal Processing (DSP), FPGAs Software Defined Radios (SDR), RF systems, and antennas Experience with development methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, SAFe, and Spiral Strong risk identification and mitigation skills, including management of technical RAIDOs Why Join Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package covering: Health & wellbeing Savings & protection Life, leisure, and lifestyle benefits A collaborative technical culture with communities focused on shared interests, tools, and innovation An inclusive, friendly, and creative working environment Commitment to Equal Opportunity, Diversity & Inclusion Flexible working arrangements supported Security Clearance Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain SC clearance. This requires British Citizenship and UK residency for the past 5 years.
Jan 18, 2026
Full time
We are seeking experienced Systems Engineers to provide technical leadership in the design and delivery of innovative defence solutions across Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), RF communications, and sensor systems. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of system designs for cutting-edge electronics used in Defence and Electronic Warfare (EW) applications. You will act as a System Design Authority (SDA) on complex projects, leading technical decision-making across the full engineering lifecycle. The position suits individuals who thrive in technically challenging environments, can assess trade-offs quickly, and communicate effectively with both customers and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Develop a deep understanding of existing Electronic Warfare system products and future development roadmaps Act as System Design Authority on assigned projects, from early R&D concept through to product delivery and in-service support Provide systems engineering leadership to multidisciplinary teams delivering: Science and technology research Solution and product development Equipment trials Business development activities, including competitive bids Strengthen customer relationships by providing expert technical input to shape solutions and delivery programmes Provide technical assurance across internal projects and, where required, on behalf of customers Work closely with project management teams and customers to ensure delivery to time, cost, and performance/quality, managing technical risks throughout Support rapid prototyping for Urgent Operational Requirements (UORs) Operate flexibly across office, customer sites, shared workspaces, and home working, with occasional overseas travel Essential Skills & Experience BEng / BSc and/or Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline Strong knowledge of sensor and communication systems Proven experience in Systems Engineering and technical leadership of cross-functional teams Experience across the full product development lifecycle, from R&D concept to delivered and supported systems Desirable Skills & Experience Electronic Warfare domain knowledge, including: Electronic Attack (EA) Electronic Surveillance (ES) ECM, ESM, RF Cyber Middleware and radio bearers Familiarity with open standards such as STICS, MORA, OpenCPI, SOSA, OpenVPX System-level understanding of: Hardware, firmware, and software integration Digital Signal Processing (DSP), FPGAs Software Defined Radios (SDR), RF systems, and antennas Experience with development methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, SAFe, and Spiral Strong risk identification and mitigation skills, including management of technical RAIDOs Why Join Competitive salary and a flexible benefits package covering: Health & wellbeing Savings & protection Life, leisure, and lifestyle benefits A collaborative technical culture with communities focused on shared interests, tools, and innovation An inclusive, friendly, and creative working environment Commitment to Equal Opportunity, Diversity & Inclusion Flexible working arrangements supported Security Clearance Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be eligible and willing to obtain SC clearance. This requires British Citizenship and UK residency for the past 5 years.
FPGA Design Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) We're supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced safety-critical systems across regulated industries. They're looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join on a contract basis (outside IR35) , contributing to a key phase of a high-reliability hardware programme click apply for full job details
Jan 18, 2026
Contractor
FPGA Design Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) We're supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced safety-critical systems across regulated industries. They're looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join on a contract basis (outside IR35) , contributing to a key phase of a high-reliability hardware programme click apply for full job details
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
Jan 17, 2026
Full time
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
Embedded Software Engineer (Hybrid) Offering £45,000 - £50,000 Basic Salary plus Excellent Benefits! Our client is an established global engineering business, currently recruiting an Embedded Software Engineer to join their established team based in North Yorkshire. The successful candidate will take ownership of the development of firmware and software for our client s product portfolio. The Embedded Software Engineer role will be split into two functions: DevOps, and New Product Development. DevOps You will develop new embedded system software variants which tailor the product for customer needs. You will work with the Technical Support Engineers to determine and implement specifications with customers. You will be required to manage your workload, ensuring that stakeholders are aware of the development process. New Product Development You will leverage your understanding of the products gained from your DevOps function to develop a system that maximises configurability and robustness of the products. This function will have you creating new algorithms, functions, protocols, etc. You may be required to develop native Windows applications to interface with the products and any new firmware that you may create. Embedded Software Engineer Role Purpose To translate project requirements into technical capabilities and outputs. Work with the relevant stakeholders to create new variant specifications and determine appropriate time schedules, and ultimately ensuring it is technologically realisable. With the project manager, monitor and report on progress of all allocated tasks. Maintaining code as well as its effective storage. Ensure that any outputs are appropriate and have been verified accordingly. Embedded Software Engineer Skills & Experienced Experienced Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++ programming). Understanding of Atmel and Microchip environment and MCUs. Extensive debugging skills. Appreciation of embedded system hardware design and PCB design. Ability to understand component/product Technical Data Sheets. Ability to analyse complex data and identify trends. Decision making experience and capability. Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. The Embedded Software Engineer position is offering £45,000 - £55,000 basic salary plus excellent benefits. This is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position with great development opportunities for the successful candidate. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of Embedded Software Engineer. This vacancy is being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.
Jan 17, 2026
Full time
Embedded Software Engineer (Hybrid) Offering £45,000 - £50,000 Basic Salary plus Excellent Benefits! Our client is an established global engineering business, currently recruiting an Embedded Software Engineer to join their established team based in North Yorkshire. The successful candidate will take ownership of the development of firmware and software for our client s product portfolio. The Embedded Software Engineer role will be split into two functions: DevOps, and New Product Development. DevOps You will develop new embedded system software variants which tailor the product for customer needs. You will work with the Technical Support Engineers to determine and implement specifications with customers. You will be required to manage your workload, ensuring that stakeholders are aware of the development process. New Product Development You will leverage your understanding of the products gained from your DevOps function to develop a system that maximises configurability and robustness of the products. This function will have you creating new algorithms, functions, protocols, etc. You may be required to develop native Windows applications to interface with the products and any new firmware that you may create. Embedded Software Engineer Role Purpose To translate project requirements into technical capabilities and outputs. Work with the relevant stakeholders to create new variant specifications and determine appropriate time schedules, and ultimately ensuring it is technologically realisable. With the project manager, monitor and report on progress of all allocated tasks. Maintaining code as well as its effective storage. Ensure that any outputs are appropriate and have been verified accordingly. Embedded Software Engineer Skills & Experienced Experienced Embedded Software Engineer (C/C++ programming). Understanding of Atmel and Microchip environment and MCUs. Extensive debugging skills. Appreciation of embedded system hardware design and PCB design. Ability to understand component/product Technical Data Sheets. Ability to analyse complex data and identify trends. Decision making experience and capability. Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams. The Embedded Software Engineer position is offering £45,000 - £55,000 basic salary plus excellent benefits. This is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position with great development opportunities for the successful candidate. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of Embedded Software Engineer. This vacancy is being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.
Southampton (Hybrid) - Embedded Firmware Engineer - 40k- 60k My client is a leading commercial and industrial electronics producer that is looking for an embedded firmware/software engineer to join their highly motivated team as a result of growth. You will be working on exciting and groundbreaking projects bringing products through the entire development life cycle. Main duties: Embedded C, PCB design Collecting data and sending across on mobile networks Modifying existing products for improved efficiency Skills and Experience Required: 3-5 years experience in embedded C or bare metal software experience Experience with ARM cortex Microcontrollers Wireless IoT experience, some telecommunications cellular network knowledge Full Product life cycle experience The competitive salary is between 40,000 - 60,000 with additional benefits. This client is really looking for someone to grow with the company and stay long term. If you feel like you have the right skills and experience for this role, then please apply with a copy of your updated CV.
Jan 17, 2026
Full time
Southampton (Hybrid) - Embedded Firmware Engineer - 40k- 60k My client is a leading commercial and industrial electronics producer that is looking for an embedded firmware/software engineer to join their highly motivated team as a result of growth. You will be working on exciting and groundbreaking projects bringing products through the entire development life cycle. Main duties: Embedded C, PCB design Collecting data and sending across on mobile networks Modifying existing products for improved efficiency Skills and Experience Required: 3-5 years experience in embedded C or bare metal software experience Experience with ARM cortex Microcontrollers Wireless IoT experience, some telecommunications cellular network knowledge Full Product life cycle experience The competitive salary is between 40,000 - 60,000 with additional benefits. This client is really looking for someone to grow with the company and stay long term. If you feel like you have the right skills and experience for this role, then please apply with a copy of your updated CV.
Swarco Traffic Holding AG
Woolstone, Buckinghamshire
SWARCO UK and Ireland The Better Way. Every Day. At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, we design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. Start making an impact with us today and join teams in over 70 countries. What you will do We are seeking an experienced Embedded Engineer (12 month Fixed Term Contract) to join our multidisciplinary team developing market leading traffic management and roadside safety devices. The role is based in Milton Keynes and focuses on embedded Linux systems running on ARM based hardware. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Linux based embedded development in C/C++, device drivers, real time user space applications, and integration with custom hardware. Assist in development of C/C++ firmware and services for traffic management products. Assist in debugging and fixing issues. Assist in maintaining code quality including code reviews. Assist in producing documentation including interface specifications, design notes, release materials, and troubleshooting guides. Contribute to system architecture discussions and cross functional technical decisions. Help ensure compliance with traffic industry standards, environmental requirements, and relevant EMC/EMI constraints. What we are looking for Strong proficiency in C/C++ and electronic communications and protocols such as RS485, RS232, and Ethernet. Demonstrable experience in Embedded Linux development. Practical debugging experience using software tools and hardware instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 products. Experience in development workflow tools including JIRA, GIT, BitBucket and Confluence. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Experience with Wind River Linux, SNMP and Networking an advantage. What we offer As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, SWARCO actively runs employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development, and you will also receive: 25 days holiday rising plus the option to holiday. Employee Assistance Programme Employee discounts portal Life assurance Interested? Please apply by clicking on the link below and share your details. Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We, therefore, encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed. We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
SWARCO UK and Ireland The Better Way. Every Day. At the forefront of intelligent traffic management, we design and deliver innovative solutions that keep people moving safely and efficiently across the UK and Ireland. Start making an impact with us today and join teams in over 70 countries. What you will do We are seeking an experienced Embedded Engineer (12 month Fixed Term Contract) to join our multidisciplinary team developing market leading traffic management and roadside safety devices. The role is based in Milton Keynes and focuses on embedded Linux systems running on ARM based hardware. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Linux based embedded development in C/C++, device drivers, real time user space applications, and integration with custom hardware. Assist in development of C/C++ firmware and services for traffic management products. Assist in debugging and fixing issues. Assist in maintaining code quality including code reviews. Assist in producing documentation including interface specifications, design notes, release materials, and troubleshooting guides. Contribute to system architecture discussions and cross functional technical decisions. Help ensure compliance with traffic industry standards, environmental requirements, and relevant EMC/EMI constraints. What we are looking for Strong proficiency in C/C++ and electronic communications and protocols such as RS485, RS232, and Ethernet. Demonstrable experience in Embedded Linux development. Practical debugging experience using software tools and hardware instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 products. Experience in development workflow tools including JIRA, GIT, BitBucket and Confluence. Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team. Experience with Wind River Linux, SNMP and Networking an advantage. What we offer As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, SWARCO actively runs employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development, and you will also receive: 25 days holiday rising plus the option to holiday. Employee Assistance Programme Employee discounts portal Life assurance Interested? Please apply by clicking on the link below and share your details. Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We, therefore, encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed. We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Background The world around us is experiencing significant change, the greatest in generations. At Motion Applied, we're accelerating the response to that change. Our vision is that our people and technologies willpioneer a better future. Our mission is to achieve breakthroughs in performance. We're at the cutting edge of innovation in industries including automotive transportation and motorsport. We create solutions that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. We want to help to reduce the carbon footprint and become more sustainable. Our focus is on electrification and telemetry, control and analytics. To deliver efficient lightweight electric powertrain and vehicle development; motorsport solutions that make series more sustainable and efficient; reliable connectivity solutions for transportation and insightful analytics and monitoring of transport fleets. By applying our expertise, we deliver real benefits andpioneer a better future. Position Overview We are seeking a talented QA Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our advanced technology solutions, contributing to projects that span motorsport telemetry systems, automotive innovations, and vehicle communications for mass transport platforms. This role involves close collaboration with developers, QAs, and product owners to uphold high quality standards and continuously improve testing practices, reporting to QA Lead. We welcome candidates with strong testing expertise and a passion for quality. Key Responsibilities Test Planning & Design Review feature requirements, technical specifications, and user stories to understand scope. Identify test conditions using structured design techniques (e.g. boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning). Write and review test cases for functional, non functional, edge cases, and user workflows. Ensure traceability between requirements, tests, and defects. Test Execution Execute manual and/or automated tests for APIs, UI, firmware, and embedded systems. Conduct exploratory testing to uncover unanticipated issues. Re test resolved defects and validate change impact. Log detailed defects with replication steps, logs, and environment details. Environment & Data Preparation Set up local or remote test environments (e.g. simulation rigs, software environments). Provision or request specific test data configurations. Ensure test setups match the test plan (e.g. firmware version, hardware variant). Continuous Improvement & Documentation Review test failures and identify improvement areas (e.g. missing checks, better mocks). Propose changes to test design, coverage, or testability practices. Contribute to documentation including test plans, execution logs, and regression summaries. Sprint Activities & Collaboration Attend sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand ups. Collaborate with developers, analysts, and product owners to clarify requirements. Estimate testing effort and participate in risk based test planning. Represent QA within cross functional product squads. Defect Management & Reporting Log and triage defects in Jira. Work with developers to reproduce and troubleshoot issues. Update test metrics dashboards (pass/fail, blocked, untested cases). Required Qualifications Technical Skills Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field. 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance and testing. Experience with automated testing tools (e.g. Selenium WebDriver, Robot Framework, Python). Strong experience in manual testing across software, hardware, and embedded systems. Familiarity with test management tools (e.g. qTest, Jira). Strong Windows and Linux (SSH) skills. Understanding of networking concepts (Wi Fi, POE, Ethernet). Experience with backend testing and API validation. Knowledge of Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices. Professional Skills Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities. Strong attention to detail and a systematic approach to testing. Effective communication skills for documentation and cross team collaboration. Ability to work in fast paced, deadline driven environments. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Desirable Skills Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerisation technologies. Testing on different browsers and devices Understanding of hardware in the loop (HIL) testing concepts. Experience with SQL, shell scripting (e.g. Bash), and tools like RabbitMQ, Icinga, Influx. ISTQB certification or equivalent. Experience with Jira. AWS and configuration management tools (e.g. Git). Familiarity with mobile communication technologies (3G, 4G, 5G, LTE). What we can offer you In return for everything you bring to the table, we can ensure an exciting, challenging role in a dynamic business surrounded by some of the best people in their respective fields. At Applied we firmly believe it'sthe relationships and friendships we create while working that make us special.We'realso aware that the world is changing and we are part of that change. We all want and need different things from our work and home lives, so, if you have commitments outside of work,we'reopen to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us. Annual leave (25 days + bank holidays, pro rated for part time colleagues). Enhanced Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave and pay. Flexible working policies, including Hybrid Working. Life assurance to the value of 4 times base salary Opportunity to join the Applied Pension Plan Company funded individual private healthcare with the opportunity to extend to partner or spouse and/or dependents at a discounted rate. Electric car scheme - opportunity to drive a brand new car in a more affordable way through this salary sacrifice scheme. Employees are eligible to join the scheme after successful competition of their probationary period. Who we are Motion Applied (formerly McLaren Applied) are a medium sized tech firm spun out of McLaren Group. We're looking for people who will thrive in a non hierarchical, growth orientated company, self starters who are flexible and somewhat entrepreneurial in their approach. Applied are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) and promote DEI in all we do. McLaren Applied are also members of the UK Government Disability Confident Scheme
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
Background The world around us is experiencing significant change, the greatest in generations. At Motion Applied, we're accelerating the response to that change. Our vision is that our people and technologies willpioneer a better future. Our mission is to achieve breakthroughs in performance. We're at the cutting edge of innovation in industries including automotive transportation and motorsport. We create solutions that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness. We want to help to reduce the carbon footprint and become more sustainable. Our focus is on electrification and telemetry, control and analytics. To deliver efficient lightweight electric powertrain and vehicle development; motorsport solutions that make series more sustainable and efficient; reliable connectivity solutions for transportation and insightful analytics and monitoring of transport fleets. By applying our expertise, we deliver real benefits andpioneer a better future. Position Overview We are seeking a talented QA Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our advanced technology solutions, contributing to projects that span motorsport telemetry systems, automotive innovations, and vehicle communications for mass transport platforms. This role involves close collaboration with developers, QAs, and product owners to uphold high quality standards and continuously improve testing practices, reporting to QA Lead. We welcome candidates with strong testing expertise and a passion for quality. Key Responsibilities Test Planning & Design Review feature requirements, technical specifications, and user stories to understand scope. Identify test conditions using structured design techniques (e.g. boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning). Write and review test cases for functional, non functional, edge cases, and user workflows. Ensure traceability between requirements, tests, and defects. Test Execution Execute manual and/or automated tests for APIs, UI, firmware, and embedded systems. Conduct exploratory testing to uncover unanticipated issues. Re test resolved defects and validate change impact. Log detailed defects with replication steps, logs, and environment details. Environment & Data Preparation Set up local or remote test environments (e.g. simulation rigs, software environments). Provision or request specific test data configurations. Ensure test setups match the test plan (e.g. firmware version, hardware variant). Continuous Improvement & Documentation Review test failures and identify improvement areas (e.g. missing checks, better mocks). Propose changes to test design, coverage, or testability practices. Contribute to documentation including test plans, execution logs, and regression summaries. Sprint Activities & Collaboration Attend sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand ups. Collaborate with developers, analysts, and product owners to clarify requirements. Estimate testing effort and participate in risk based test planning. Represent QA within cross functional product squads. Defect Management & Reporting Log and triage defects in Jira. Work with developers to reproduce and troubleshoot issues. Update test metrics dashboards (pass/fail, blocked, untested cases). Required Qualifications Technical Skills Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field. 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance and testing. Experience with automated testing tools (e.g. Selenium WebDriver, Robot Framework, Python). Strong experience in manual testing across software, hardware, and embedded systems. Familiarity with test management tools (e.g. qTest, Jira). Strong Windows and Linux (SSH) skills. Understanding of networking concepts (Wi Fi, POE, Ethernet). Experience with backend testing and API validation. Knowledge of Agile methodologies and CI/CD practices. Professional Skills Excellent analytical and problem solving abilities. Strong attention to detail and a systematic approach to testing. Effective communication skills for documentation and cross team collaboration. Ability to work in fast paced, deadline driven environments. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement. Desirable Skills Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerisation technologies. Testing on different browsers and devices Understanding of hardware in the loop (HIL) testing concepts. Experience with SQL, shell scripting (e.g. Bash), and tools like RabbitMQ, Icinga, Influx. ISTQB certification or equivalent. Experience with Jira. AWS and configuration management tools (e.g. Git). Familiarity with mobile communication technologies (3G, 4G, 5G, LTE). What we can offer you In return for everything you bring to the table, we can ensure an exciting, challenging role in a dynamic business surrounded by some of the best people in their respective fields. At Applied we firmly believe it'sthe relationships and friendships we create while working that make us special.We'realso aware that the world is changing and we are part of that change. We all want and need different things from our work and home lives, so, if you have commitments outside of work,we'reopen to talking through flexible working options that work for you and us. Annual leave (25 days + bank holidays, pro rated for part time colleagues). Enhanced Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave and pay. Flexible working policies, including Hybrid Working. Life assurance to the value of 4 times base salary Opportunity to join the Applied Pension Plan Company funded individual private healthcare with the opportunity to extend to partner or spouse and/or dependents at a discounted rate. Electric car scheme - opportunity to drive a brand new car in a more affordable way through this salary sacrifice scheme. Employees are eligible to join the scheme after successful competition of their probationary period. Who we are Motion Applied (formerly McLaren Applied) are a medium sized tech firm spun out of McLaren Group. We're looking for people who will thrive in a non hierarchical, growth orientated company, self starters who are flexible and somewhat entrepreneurial in their approach. Applied are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI) and promote DEI in all we do. McLaren Applied are also members of the UK Government Disability Confident Scheme
Senior DevOps Engineer Location : Cambridge, CB4 0WN Salary : Competitive Salary, DOE + Excellent Benefits Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits : Quarterly and annual bonus scheme, Private healthcare (Medicover), Co-financed Sports Packages (Medicover Sport), Life insurance, Employee capital plans (PPK) and an extra day off ("Company day")! Polatis is a leader in all-optical network switching technology, delivering cutting-edge solutions to global customers. Our Product Software Team develops customer-facing software for our industry-leading optical switches, managing two distinct software stacks: • Network Software (NIC SW): Implements L2/L3 protocols and interfaces (TL1, Netconf, Restconf, WebUI). • Control Software (DSP SW): Bare-metal stack controlling piezoelectric actuators for precision optical switching. We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to define and lead our DevOps strategy across embedded Linux and bare-metal firmware environments. You will design scalable CI/CD pipelines, automate build and test workflows, and integrate modern DevOps practices to accelerate development cycles and improve product quality. This is a key role bridging embedded systems with advanced automation. Key Responsibilities of the Senior DevOps Engineer role: • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Yocto-based Linux and bare-metal firmware projects. • Automate build, test, and deployment processes, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing. • Integrate static analysis, unit testing, and monitoring into automated workflows. • Manage and optimize build infrastructure using Jenkins, GitLab CI, and custom scripts. • Ensure reproducible Linux builds with Yocto, including kernel and BSP layer maintenance. • Develop containerized environments (Docker) for consistent build and test processes. • Collaborate with development, QA, and IT teams to embed DevOps best practices across the organization. • Promote automation and infrastructure-as-code principles to improve efficiency and scalability. • Implement secure DevOps practices, including credential management and artifact signing. • Support compliance standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 62304) through traceable, audit-ready pipelines. In order to be successful in this role you must have: • Proven experience with CI/CD for embedded Linux (Yocto) and bare-metal systems. • Expertise in cross-compilation toolchains, linker scripts, and bootloader integration. • Strong Python and shell scripting skills for automation. • Hands-on experience with secure code signing and HSM integration. • Familiarity with hardware-oriented test automation (flashing, UART, board resets). • Proficient in Jenkins, GitLab CI, and containerization (Docker). It would be great if you had: • Knowledge of Kubernetes for scalable test environments. • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for CI/CD and remote testing. • Experience with security and performance testing tools (Nessus, JMeter, Locust). Why HUBER+SUHNER Polatis Our aim is to be the employer of choice and as such you can be assured of a market leading remuneration package that matches your skills and experience. Your employment and development is at the heart of our "Fundamentals". We have an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture within the business. By joining HUBER+SUHNER Polatis, you will not only become part of a rapidly growing work environment, but you will also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a host of additional benefits that will help you and your family be healthy and live well! If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on APPLY today! No agencies please.
Jan 16, 2026
Full time
Senior DevOps Engineer Location : Cambridge, CB4 0WN Salary : Competitive Salary, DOE + Excellent Benefits Contract : Full time, Permanent Benefits : Quarterly and annual bonus scheme, Private healthcare (Medicover), Co-financed Sports Packages (Medicover Sport), Life insurance, Employee capital plans (PPK) and an extra day off ("Company day")! Polatis is a leader in all-optical network switching technology, delivering cutting-edge solutions to global customers. Our Product Software Team develops customer-facing software for our industry-leading optical switches, managing two distinct software stacks: • Network Software (NIC SW): Implements L2/L3 protocols and interfaces (TL1, Netconf, Restconf, WebUI). • Control Software (DSP SW): Bare-metal stack controlling piezoelectric actuators for precision optical switching. We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to define and lead our DevOps strategy across embedded Linux and bare-metal firmware environments. You will design scalable CI/CD pipelines, automate build and test workflows, and integrate modern DevOps practices to accelerate development cycles and improve product quality. This is a key role bridging embedded systems with advanced automation. Key Responsibilities of the Senior DevOps Engineer role: • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for Yocto-based Linux and bare-metal firmware projects. • Automate build, test, and deployment processes, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing. • Integrate static analysis, unit testing, and monitoring into automated workflows. • Manage and optimize build infrastructure using Jenkins, GitLab CI, and custom scripts. • Ensure reproducible Linux builds with Yocto, including kernel and BSP layer maintenance. • Develop containerized environments (Docker) for consistent build and test processes. • Collaborate with development, QA, and IT teams to embed DevOps best practices across the organization. • Promote automation and infrastructure-as-code principles to improve efficiency and scalability. • Implement secure DevOps practices, including credential management and artifact signing. • Support compliance standards (e.g., ISO 26262, IEC 62304) through traceable, audit-ready pipelines. In order to be successful in this role you must have: • Proven experience with CI/CD for embedded Linux (Yocto) and bare-metal systems. • Expertise in cross-compilation toolchains, linker scripts, and bootloader integration. • Strong Python and shell scripting skills for automation. • Hands-on experience with secure code signing and HSM integration. • Familiarity with hardware-oriented test automation (flashing, UART, board resets). • Proficient in Jenkins, GitLab CI, and containerization (Docker). It would be great if you had: • Knowledge of Kubernetes for scalable test environments. • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) for CI/CD and remote testing. • Experience with security and performance testing tools (Nessus, JMeter, Locust). Why HUBER+SUHNER Polatis Our aim is to be the employer of choice and as such you can be assured of a market leading remuneration package that matches your skills and experience. Your employment and development is at the heart of our "Fundamentals". We have an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture within the business. By joining HUBER+SUHNER Polatis, you will not only become part of a rapidly growing work environment, but you will also receive a competitive compensation package and enjoy a host of additional benefits that will help you and your family be healthy and live well! If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on APPLY today! No agencies please.
