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Embedded Software Engineer Salary: 40K- 70K DOE + Benefits Experience Level: 3+ years (entry-level roles also available) Location: Derbyshire About the Organisation This organisation specialises in developing high-integrity, security-critical technologies where absolute reliability is essential. The engineering culture is built on excellence, innovation, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations. You'll be joining a multi-disciplinary team working on complex problems, disruptive security technologies, and advanced embedded solutions. The work involves supporting government and industry partners on projects involving secure systems, applied cryptography, and cutting-edge software and microelectronics. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for software engineers-ranging from early-career developers to highly experienced specialists-to contribute to the design, development, and testing of innovative embedded products and cyber-security technologies. The role involves analysing customer requirements, producing maintainable designs, participating in unit testing, contributing to code reviews, and creating documentation as required. Security, precision, and functional correctness will be central to your work. You'll thrive in this role if you are detail-driven, collaborative, and motivated to develop high-integrity software guided by formal specifications. The work includes both independent problem-solving and close teamwork within an expert engineering group. Skills & Experience Required Required Technical Skills Strong track record delivering embedded C/C++ solutions. Deep experience with multi-threaded embedded systems (RTOS). Register-level experience with ARM-based microcontrollers (e.g., STM32). Proficiency with embedded debugging tools (e.g., JTAG, ETM). Experience writing code to formal software standards (e.g., CERT C, MISRA). Hands-on experience with unit-test automation tools (e.g., LDRA, Parasoft). Familiarity with static analysis tools. Technical documentation and report writing. Desirable Skills C# development. Scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash, PowerShell). Network security and vulnerability analysis. Understanding of IP standards. Experience with a range of CPU/MPU architectures. Requirements capture. Knowledge of cryptographic concepts. Personal Competencies Excellent attention to detail. Strong commitment to high quality standards. Effective communicator and team collaborator; able to work independently. Good judgement under pressure. Strong time-management and organisational skills. Takes ownership and resolves issues proactively. Experience Senior roles require 3+ years of relevant commercial experience. Entry-level opportunities are available for recent Computer Science or STEM graduates with strong potential. Conditions Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be British Citizens and able to obtain and maintain DV security clearance .

Role: Penetration Tester Duration: 12 month Contract Pay: Up to 500 per day (Outside IR35) Location: Fully Remote Excellent long term contract for an experienced Penetration Tester to support a large-scale international security programme, delivering high-quality offensive security assessments across applications, infrastructure, and networks. You'll be joining a specialist team responsible for delivering structured penetration tests, vulnerability assessments and security design reviews. Working within a defined AGILE sprint model, you will plan, execute and report on testing activities, producing clear technical findings, risk assessments and remediation guidance. Strong communication skills are essential, as you'll deliver briefs to both technical teams and senior stakeholders. The role requires hands-on experience with modern penetration testing tools and recognised methodologies, along with the ability to identify and exploit vulnerabilities across operating systems, networks, applications, and protocols. A background in scripting (Python, Go, PowerShell or shell) is highly desirable. Key Requirements: Strong experience in web and infrastructure penetration testing Proficiency with offensive security tooling and methodologies Ability to produce clear, structured, executive-level reporting Knowledge across network security, application security, cryptography and authentication SC / NATO SECRET security clearance (or eligibility to obtain) Relevant certifications (OSCP, OSCE, OSWE, GPEN, CREST) beneficial This role offers the chance to contribute to a critical, high-profile security initiative while enjoying full flexibility and Outside IR35 engagement. If you're an experienced Pen Tester looking for your next long-term contract, I'd love to hear from you. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.