Shape how safety-critical software is verified at the highest level. We're partnering with a growing, highly respected engineering SME specialising in safety-critical embedded systems . They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to play a key role in developing and assuring high-integrity embedded software, including a safety-certified real-time operating system. This is a hands-on software engineering role within the verification team, combining technical leadership with deep involvement in verification, validation, and certification activities. The Role You'll operate as a senior technical authority while remaining close to the code. Responsibilities include: Leading verification strategy and approach for embedded software systems Designing, developing, and maintaining test frameworks, tools, and automation Performing low-level software verification across multiple architectures Contributing directly to code-level activities (primarily C / embedded environments) Driving verification activities across the full software lifecycle Supporting certification to standards such as IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262 Mentoring engineers and setting best practices within the verification team Working closely with customers to provide technical guidance and support What We're Looking For Essential: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g. FreeRTOS, SafeRTOS or similar) Strong background in embedded software engineering (C) Significant experience in software verification / validation Experience developing test tools, frameworks, or automation Understanding of low-level / hardware-near software behaviour Experience working in a controlled or safety-critical environment Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders Highly Desirable: Knowledge of safety standards ( IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 62304 ) Experience with ARM architectures (Cortex M / A) or similar Understanding of debugging at processor level Knowledge of software lifecycle, requirements, and configuration management Exposure to networking, multicore systems, or embedded security Working Environment Bristol-based Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite; more during onboarding) Collaborative, engineering-led environment with strong technical depth Package & Benefits Competitive salary with annual review Performance-related bonus Generous pension contribution Private healthcare, income protection & life assurance 25+ days holiday (increasing with service) Flexible working hours Ongoing professional development and training
May 28, 2026
Full time
Shape how safety-critical software is verified at the highest level. We're partnering with a growing, highly respected engineering SME specialising in safety-critical embedded systems . They are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to play a key role in developing and assuring high-integrity embedded software, including a safety-certified real-time operating system. This is a hands-on software engineering role within the verification team, combining technical leadership with deep involvement in verification, validation, and certification activities. The Role You'll operate as a senior technical authority while remaining close to the code. Responsibilities include: Leading verification strategy and approach for embedded software systems Designing, developing, and maintaining test frameworks, tools, and automation Performing low-level software verification across multiple architectures Contributing directly to code-level activities (primarily C / embedded environments) Driving verification activities across the full software lifecycle Supporting certification to standards such as IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262 Mentoring engineers and setting best practices within the verification team Working closely with customers to provide technical guidance and support What We're Looking For Essential: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g. FreeRTOS, SafeRTOS or similar) Strong background in embedded software engineering (C) Significant experience in software verification / validation Experience developing test tools, frameworks, or automation Understanding of low-level / hardware-near software behaviour Experience working in a controlled or safety-critical environment Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths or similar Strong communication skills and ability to engage with stakeholders Highly Desirable: Knowledge of safety standards ( IEC 61508, DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 62304 ) Experience with ARM architectures (Cortex M / A) or similar Understanding of debugging at processor level Knowledge of software lifecycle, requirements, and configuration management Exposure to networking, multicore systems, or embedded security Working Environment Bristol-based Hybrid working (minimum 3 days onsite; more during onboarding) Collaborative, engineering-led environment with strong technical depth Package & Benefits Competitive salary with annual review Performance-related bonus Generous pension contribution Private healthcare, income protection & life assurance 25+ days holiday (increasing with service) Flexible working hours Ongoing professional development and training
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Bedford, Bedfordshire
Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware £60,000 to £70,000 depending on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits Bedford The Vacancy Our client is seeking an experienced and Senior Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware to take ownership of the electronics and software workstream for their IVD medical devices. This is a senior role where you will act as technical design authority, ensuring robust system architecture, supplier governance and regulatory compliance while working at system level rather than as a day to day coder. Based in Bedford and working closely with both in house teams and international third party suppliers, this role offers the opportunity to influence products from early architecture through regulatory approval and post market readiness. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will provide technical governance and leadership across hardware, embedded firmware and PC software, ensuring all development activities meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements. You will operate as the system-level technical owner, shaping architecture, design controls and verification strategies, while ensuring supplier outputs are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Third Party Oversight and Governance: Partner with external suppliers to develop electronics, embedded firmware, and software for an IVD medical device, leading supplier governance across design controls, KPIs, risk management, schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management and Deliverables: Author and manage supplier agreements (quality agreements, SOWs, acceptance criteria, configuration management) and review / approve all supplier outputs, including designs, code, risk documentation, testing artifacts, traceability, and release records Design Controls and Technical Leadership: Own system and software requirements (including safety, EMI / ESD protection, and usability) and ensure full bidirectional traceability from user needs through design, verification, and validation. Architecture, V&V, and Design Transfer: Lead system architecture decisions across electronics, firmware, and software; define and execute verification and validation strategies (including qualified tools and fixtures); and lead design transfer activities. Regulatory Compliance and QMS: Ensure supplier activities operate under ISO 13485 - compliant processes and deliver complete DHF / Technical Documentation regulatory expectations; align development to applicable standards. Risk, Submission and Audit Support: Lead and document risk management (ISO 14971), ensure readiness for UDI, labelling, post market surveillance, and change control, and support regulatory submissions and notified body audits by presenting clear technical rationales and objective evidence. Cross Functional and Stakeholder Integration: Integrate the electronics / software workstream with assay / chemistry, mechanical design, manufacturing / operations, and service, collaborating closely with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Customer Support to ensure end to end readiness. Risk, Performance and Delivery Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage non conformities and CAPAs with root cause analysis, and track / report KPIs including quality, schedule adherence, test coverage, and audit outcomes. International travel required approximately 4 - 5 times per year. They're Looking for Someone Who Has: Proven experience in medical devices or IVDs, with hands on exposure to embedded electronics, firmware and software development within a regulated environment. Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or a related discipline; a Master's Degree would be advantageous. Demonstrable experience overseeing third party design partners, OEMs and ODMs. Strong background in real time embedded systems and instrument control. Solid understanding of design controls, verification and validation. Familiarity with statistical methods for V&V, measurement system analysis and design for reliability. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable working within Microsoft 365; Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Able to quickly interpret complex information and identify key technical and programme risks. They Can Offer You: An excellent working environment. Hybrid working - three days a week in the office with two days a week working from home. 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme including competitive employer's contribution. Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Company supported employee Health and Wellbeing programme. Life assurance. Free plentiful car parking and electrical car charging points. Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London. The Company Our client is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products. Their research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. They are committed to answering the needs of their existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products. Interested? Click apply and complete your application.
May 28, 2026
Full time
Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware £60,000 to £70,000 depending on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits Bedford The Vacancy Our client is seeking an experienced and Senior Systems Engineer - Embedded and Hardware to take ownership of the electronics and software workstream for their IVD medical devices. This is a senior role where you will act as technical design authority, ensuring robust system architecture, supplier governance and regulatory compliance while working at system level rather than as a day to day coder. Based in Bedford and working closely with both in house teams and international third party suppliers, this role offers the opportunity to influence products from early architecture through regulatory approval and post market readiness. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will provide technical governance and leadership across hardware, embedded firmware and PC software, ensuring all development activities meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements. You will operate as the system-level technical owner, shaping architecture, design controls and verification strategies, while ensuring supplier outputs are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Third Party Oversight and Governance: Partner with external suppliers to develop electronics, embedded firmware, and software for an IVD medical device, leading supplier governance across design controls, KPIs, risk management, schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management and Deliverables: Author and manage supplier agreements (quality agreements, SOWs, acceptance criteria, configuration management) and review / approve all supplier outputs, including designs, code, risk documentation, testing artifacts, traceability, and release records Design Controls and Technical Leadership: Own system and software requirements (including safety, EMI / ESD protection, and usability) and ensure full bidirectional traceability from user needs through design, verification, and validation. Architecture, V&V, and Design Transfer: Lead system architecture decisions across electronics, firmware, and software; define and execute verification and validation strategies (including qualified tools and fixtures); and lead design transfer activities. Regulatory Compliance and QMS: Ensure supplier activities operate under ISO 13485 - compliant processes and deliver complete DHF / Technical Documentation regulatory expectations; align development to applicable standards. Risk, Submission and Audit Support: Lead and document risk management (ISO 14971), ensure readiness for UDI, labelling, post market surveillance, and change control, and support regulatory submissions and notified body audits by presenting clear technical rationales and objective evidence. Cross Functional and Stakeholder Integration: Integrate the electronics / software workstream with assay / chemistry, mechanical design, manufacturing / operations, and service, collaborating closely with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Customer Support to ensure end to end readiness. Risk, Performance and Delivery Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage non conformities and CAPAs with root cause analysis, and track / report KPIs including quality, schedule adherence, test coverage, and audit outcomes. International travel required approximately 4 - 5 times per year. They're Looking for Someone Who Has: Proven experience in medical devices or IVDs, with hands on exposure to embedded electronics, firmware and software development within a regulated environment. Bachelor's Degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or a related discipline; a Master's Degree would be advantageous. Demonstrable experience overseeing third party design partners, OEMs and ODMs. Strong background in real time embedded systems and instrument control. Solid understanding of design controls, verification and validation. Familiarity with statistical methods for V&V, measurement system analysis and design for reliability. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable working within Microsoft 365; Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Able to quickly interpret complex information and identify key technical and programme risks. They Can Offer You: An excellent working environment. Hybrid working - three days a week in the office with two days a week working from home. 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme including competitive employer's contribution. Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Company supported employee Health and Wellbeing programme. Life assurance. Free plentiful car parking and electrical car charging points. Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London. The Company Our client is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products. Their research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. They are committed to answering the needs of their existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products. Interested? Click apply and complete your application.
Software/Firmware Engineer - Kent - 40K- 55K My Client is a growing, established company operating in a regulated, quality-driven sector. They are looking for an innovative software/firmware engineer to assist in developing and improving embedded systems, with emphasis on robust testing, validation, and raising overall engineering and software quality standards. The Role: Develop and maintain embedded software and firmware across multiple product lines Design and support structured testing and validation approaches for embedded and application software Work closely with electronics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams Contribute to design reviews, stand-ups, and wider engineering discussions About You: Strong background in embedded or low-level software development Experience in software testing, verification, or validation Proficient in C, C++, and/or C# Familiar with test planning, structured test environments, and software lifecycle processes Able to work independently and collaborate across disciplines If this sounds like you - please apply below! Please note that security clearance is required for this role, so no sponsorship is available.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Software/Firmware Engineer - Kent - 40K- 55K My Client is a growing, established company operating in a regulated, quality-driven sector. They are looking for an innovative software/firmware engineer to assist in developing and improving embedded systems, with emphasis on robust testing, validation, and raising overall engineering and software quality standards. The Role: Develop and maintain embedded software and firmware across multiple product lines Design and support structured testing and validation approaches for embedded and application software Work closely with electronics, mechanical, and systems engineering teams Contribute to design reviews, stand-ups, and wider engineering discussions About You: Strong background in embedded or low-level software development Experience in software testing, verification, or validation Proficient in C, C++, and/or C# Familiar with test planning, structured test environments, and software lifecycle processes Able to work independently and collaborate across disciplines If this sounds like you - please apply below! Please note that security clearance is required for this role, so no sponsorship is available.
Software Engineer / Test Specialist (SDET, Safety Critical) Oxford (Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week) Highly competitive salary, open and negotiable About the Role We are looking for a Software Engineer / Test Specialist with strong experience in safety critical systems, focused on DO-178C and Verification and Validation (V&V). This is an opportunity to join an extremely well funded and well backed startup with a clear ambition to become a leading technology player in its field. The organisation is building next generation, AI led software systems where safety, reliability and certification are critical to success. You will play a key role in ensuring that advanced, AI-enabled software meets rigorous safety standards, combining traditional SDET responsibilities with deep involvement in safety assurance and certification activities. Key Responsibilities Lead and support V&V activities aligned with DO-178C objectives Develop and execute test strategies, test plans and certification artefacts Validate and assure AI driven and software intensive systems within safety critical frameworks Design and implement automated and manual testing approaches for complex, high integrity software Produce and review compliance documentation such as Software Verification Plans, test cases and verification reports Work closely with software, systems and AI/ML teams to ensure certification readiness Carry out requirements based testing and maintain full traceability using tools such as DOORS or Polarion Support regulatory audits and certification processes across safety critical programmes Identify defects, risks and non compliance issues and drive resolution Essential Experience Strong experience working in DO-178C or DO-178B environments Solid understanding of V&V processes within safety critical systems Background as an SDET, Software Test Engineer or Verification Engineer in regulated industries such as aerospace, defence, automotive or rail Experience testing complex software systems, ideally including AI or data driven components Hands on experience with test automation using Python, C, C++ or similar Experience with requirements traceability tools and test management systems Knowledge of software lifecycle processes in certified environments Desirable Skills Experience with assurance or testing of AI or machine learning based systems in regulated environments Experience across different Design Assurance Levels (DAL A to E) Exposure to model based development such as Simulink Experience with embedded systems or hardware in the loop testing Awareness of additional safety standards such as ARP4754A, ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 Working Arrangement Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite in Oxford. Flexible working options available. Why Join Work on genuinely safety critical, AI enabled systems with real world impact Join a highly ambitious startup with strong funding and backing Be part of a team aiming to become a leading technology player in its field Competitive and flexible salary depending on experience INDENG DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
May 27, 2026
Full time
Software Engineer / Test Specialist (SDET, Safety Critical) Oxford (Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week) Highly competitive salary, open and negotiable About the Role We are looking for a Software Engineer / Test Specialist with strong experience in safety critical systems, focused on DO-178C and Verification and Validation (V&V). This is an opportunity to join an extremely well funded and well backed startup with a clear ambition to become a leading technology player in its field. The organisation is building next generation, AI led software systems where safety, reliability and certification are critical to success. You will play a key role in ensuring that advanced, AI-enabled software meets rigorous safety standards, combining traditional SDET responsibilities with deep involvement in safety assurance and certification activities. Key Responsibilities Lead and support V&V activities aligned with DO-178C objectives Develop and execute test strategies, test plans and certification artefacts Validate and assure AI driven and software intensive systems within safety critical frameworks Design and implement automated and manual testing approaches for complex, high integrity software Produce and review compliance documentation such as Software Verification Plans, test cases and verification reports Work closely with software, systems and AI/ML teams to ensure certification readiness Carry out requirements based testing and maintain full traceability using tools such as DOORS or Polarion Support regulatory audits and certification processes across safety critical programmes Identify defects, risks and non compliance issues and drive resolution Essential Experience Strong experience working in DO-178C or DO-178B environments Solid understanding of V&V processes within safety critical systems Background as an SDET, Software Test Engineer or Verification Engineer in regulated industries such as aerospace, defence, automotive or rail Experience testing complex software systems, ideally including AI or data driven components Hands on experience with test automation using Python, C, C++ or similar Experience with requirements traceability tools and test management systems Knowledge of software lifecycle processes in certified environments Desirable Skills Experience with assurance or testing of AI or machine learning based systems in regulated environments Experience across different Design Assurance Levels (DAL A to E) Exposure to model based development such as Simulink Experience with embedded systems or hardware in the loop testing Awareness of additional safety standards such as ARP4754A, ISO 26262 or IEC 61508 Working Arrangement Hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week onsite in Oxford. Flexible working options available. Why Join Work on genuinely safety critical, AI enabled systems with real world impact Join a highly ambitious startup with strong funding and backing Be part of a team aiming to become a leading technology player in its field Competitive and flexible salary depending on experience INDENG DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Bristol, Gloucestershire
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
May 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join our client as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Our client is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our client s Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Our Client They are a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Their values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything they do. Our Client s Inclusive Culture They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining them means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on their technology. Our Client s Commitment to Sustainability They prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. By joining them, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our Client s D&I Commitments They are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. They believe in adding to their culture. Their diverse team shapes products that reflect their users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
Job title: Senior Systems Engineer Location Scotland We re working with an innovative space company developing next-generation launch technology, who are looking to add a Senior Avionics Systems Engineer to their growing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the development of an orbital-class launch system, taking ownership of onboard avionics systems across the full engineering lifecycle. The Role You ll act as a technical focal point across avionics and wider vehicle systems, working closely with systems engineering, GNC, propulsion, software, and ground support teams to deliver highly reliable flight hardware for a complex aerospace platform. Responsibilities will include: Leading avionics system design and integration activities Defining interfaces between onboard electronics, vehicle subsystems, and ground systems Supporting system architecture, requirements definition, and verification activities Managing technical schedules, development priorities, and engineering coordination Contributing to hardware/software trade studies and technical decision-making Supporting testing, troubleshooting, installation, and validation of electronic systems Working cross-functionally across multidisciplinary engineering teams What They re Looking For Degree qualified in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar 5+ years of experience within avionics, embedded systems, electronics, or complex systems engineering Strong background in integration, testing, or development of electronic systems Experience working within high-reliability industries such as space, aerospace, defence, automotive, or similar Understanding of systems engineering principles, interfaces, and V&V activities Previous technical leadership or project ownership experience Hands-on mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and support hardware integration activities Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
May 26, 2026
Full time
Job title: Senior Systems Engineer Location Scotland We re working with an innovative space company developing next-generation launch technology, who are looking to add a Senior Avionics Systems Engineer to their growing engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the development of an orbital-class launch system, taking ownership of onboard avionics systems across the full engineering lifecycle. The Role You ll act as a technical focal point across avionics and wider vehicle systems, working closely with systems engineering, GNC, propulsion, software, and ground support teams to deliver highly reliable flight hardware for a complex aerospace platform. Responsibilities will include: Leading avionics system design and integration activities Defining interfaces between onboard electronics, vehicle subsystems, and ground systems Supporting system architecture, requirements definition, and verification activities Managing technical schedules, development priorities, and engineering coordination Contributing to hardware/software trade studies and technical decision-making Supporting testing, troubleshooting, installation, and validation of electronic systems Working cross-functionally across multidisciplinary engineering teams What They re Looking For Degree qualified in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or similar 5+ years of experience within avionics, embedded systems, electronics, or complex systems engineering Strong background in integration, testing, or development of electronic systems Experience working within high-reliability industries such as space, aerospace, defence, automotive, or similar Understanding of systems engineering principles, interfaces, and V&V activities Previous technical leadership or project ownership experience Hands-on mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and support hardware integration activities Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Senior Firmware Engineer Location: Bristol; Hybrid Join us at Smartbox as a Senior Firmware Engineer! Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer wanting to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual to help improve the lives of people with disabilities. Your Impact As our Senior Firmware Engineer, you will: Technical Project Delivery: Deliver multi disciplinary projects, meeting scope, time, budget and quality requirements, and coordinating others as needed. Firmware Architecture and Lifecycle: Develop reliable, portable firmware with a long-life cycle. Firmware Development: Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux, including board bring up, drivers and HALs. Code Quality and Standards: Set and uphold coding, documentation and review standards, ensuring best practices in architecture, modularity, fault tolerance and testability. Test strategy and Automation: Apply strong automated testing practices following the Test Pyramid, including unit, component, contract and hardware in the loop tests, with CI automation to prevent regressions. Test Software and Tooling: Build and maintain automated test harnesses, GUIs and utility tools (e.g. Python, C#) to support development, validation and manufacturing. Libraries and Developer Experience: Create libraries and demo applications in C compatible languages (C#, C++) to support subsystem validation and cross team integration. Verification and Validation: EAD verification through lab testing, user trials and real world use, ensuring documentation supports regulatory compliance. Quality Assurance: Analyse and resolve quality issues promptly, feeding insights back into designs and processes to drive continuous improvement. Technical Strategy: Contribute to strategy for reliable, mission critical firmware, clearly communicating trade offs and enabling strong decision making. Mentoring and Leadership: Mentor Engineers, provide coaching and support, and help foster a positive, collaborative team culture. Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience: Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject. 8+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. A strong knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis. A strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability. Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks. A strong understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction. Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools. A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle. Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers. Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS). A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship. Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience. Ability to read electronics schematics and collaborate effectively with Hardware Engineers during bring-up and debugging. Technical leadership through influence able to guide architecture and standards, mentor others, and improve team-wide practices. Practical, proactive mindset comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team. Proven experience in people or team management, with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop others. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships at all levels. Proven ability to foster high performing, engaged, and collaborative teams. About Smartbox Smartbox is a leader in assistive communication technology, with products used globally by people with diverse needs. Our values, passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together and enabling change, guide everything we do. Our Inclusive Culture We believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse, collaborative team and supporting a community that relies on our technology. Our Commitment to Sustainability We prioritise sustainability, aiming to reduce our environmental impact. By joining us, you ll help support a more inclusive and sustainable future. Our D&I Commitments We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday. Our recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier free, with adjustments available throughout the process and your career. We believe in adding to our culture. Our diverse team shapes products that reflect our users. Rewards and Benefits Explore competitive salary, private medical insurance, hybrid working, wellness benefits and paid volunteering days. Agencies Please respect that at this current time, we wish to recruit directly and are not seeking agency support.
Production Test Engineer - NPI Location: Blackbushe The Opportunity We're working with a leading engineering organisation developing advanced underwater acoustic and sensing technologies, seeking a Production Test Engineer to join their New Product Introduction (NPI) team. This is a hands-on role focused on bringing new electronic products into production, ensuring robust, efficient, and scalable test solutions. You'll play a key role in bridging design and manufacturing, helping to deliver high-quality products through well-engineered test systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electronic test jigs and production test equipment Support bring-up, validation, and verification of new PCB assemblies Develop both automated and manual test solutions to improve production efficiency Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to ensure design for testability Create technical documentation, specifications, and test procedures Manage configuration and version control of test systems Support fault-finding and debugging across hardware and software systems Contribute to project estimation and planning activities Mentor and support colleagues within the team Support test equipment across its full lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning and continuous improvement About You You are a proactive and solutions-driven engineer who enjoys working in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments. You bring a strong problem-solving mindset and are motivated by continuous improvement and delivering high-quality engineering outcomes. Skills & Experience You will have experience in several of the following areas: Electronics design and test development Production or manufacturing test systems Programming in C, C++ or C# Working within Linux command-line environments Fault finding and debugging of electronic and software systems Technical documentation and code reviews Working within structured engineering or development processes Experience supporting production teams and developing automated test systems would be advantageous. Qualifications Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related discipline Equivalent industry experience will also be considered Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology within a highly innovative engineering environment Be part of a collaborative NPI team shaping the next generation of products Opportunity to influence production efficiency and product quality at scale Supportive environment with strong technical development opportunities If you're interested in applying or would like to learn more, please get in touch. INDENG DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
May 26, 2026
Full time
Production Test Engineer - NPI Location: Blackbushe The Opportunity We're working with a leading engineering organisation developing advanced underwater acoustic and sensing technologies, seeking a Production Test Engineer to join their New Product Introduction (NPI) team. This is a hands-on role focused on bringing new electronic products into production, ensuring robust, efficient, and scalable test solutions. You'll play a key role in bridging design and manufacturing, helping to deliver high-quality products through well-engineered test systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electronic test jigs and production test equipment Support bring-up, validation, and verification of new PCB assemblies Develop both automated and manual test solutions to improve production efficiency Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to ensure design for testability Create technical documentation, specifications, and test procedures Manage configuration and version control of test systems Support fault-finding and debugging across hardware and software systems Contribute to project estimation and planning activities Mentor and support colleagues within the team Support test equipment across its full lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning and continuous improvement About You You are a proactive and solutions-driven engineer who enjoys working in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments. You bring a strong problem-solving mindset and are motivated by continuous improvement and delivering high-quality engineering outcomes. Skills & Experience You will have experience in several of the following areas: Electronics design and test development Production or manufacturing test systems Programming in C, C++ or C# Working within Linux command-line environments Fault finding and debugging of electronic and software systems Technical documentation and code reviews Working within structured engineering or development processes Experience supporting production teams and developing automated test systems would be advantageous. Qualifications Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related discipline Equivalent industry experience will also be considered Why Apply? Work on cutting-edge technology within a highly innovative engineering environment Be part of a collaborative NPI team shaping the next generation of products Opportunity to influence production efficiency and product quality at scale Supportive environment with strong technical development opportunities If you're interested in applying or would like to learn more, please get in touch. INDENG DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer Southeast Kent £competitive, negotiable + generous bens Contact: Emily or Sammy at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FOR UK SC SECURITY CLEARANCE. VISA SPONSORSHIP CANNOT BE OFFERED. Pearson Whiffin Recruitment is supporting a well-established, engineering-led technology business operating within a highly regulated, quality-critical environment. The organisation has grown steadily, invests heavily in its engineering capability and is known for strong retention and internal progression. This is a key hire within the software function, offering the opportunity to work on high-integrity embedded and firmware systems while helping shape testing, validation and best practice across the wider engineering team. The Role Develop, test and maintain embedded software and firmware across multiple product lines Design and contribute to structured test and validation strategies for embedded and application-level code Translate technical requirements into robust, traceable software solutions Carry out verification and validation activities, documenting results clearly Collaborate closely with electronics, mechanical and systems engineers Support investigations, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Participate in design reviews, stand-ups and wider engineering discussions About You Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline Strong experience in embedded software, firmware or low-level software development Background in software testing, validation or verification Good working knowledge of C, C++ and/or C# Experience writing test requirements and building structured test environments Familiarity with version control, documentation standards and software lifecycle processes Methodical, organised and detail-focused approach Able to work independently, take ownership and communicate effectively across disciplines Why Join? Significant ongoing investment in engineering capability and tooling Stable environment with a strong focus on quality and best practice Opportunity to directly influence processes and standards Collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering team Supportive leadership with a long-term view Apply today via Pearson Whiffin Recruitment with an up-to-date CV including entire career history.
May 26, 2026
Full time
Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer Southeast Kent £competitive, negotiable + generous bens Contact: Emily or Sammy at Pearson Whiffin Recruitment ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS FOR UK SC SECURITY CLEARANCE. VISA SPONSORSHIP CANNOT BE OFFERED. Pearson Whiffin Recruitment is supporting a well-established, engineering-led technology business operating within a highly regulated, quality-critical environment. The organisation has grown steadily, invests heavily in its engineering capability and is known for strong retention and internal progression. This is a key hire within the software function, offering the opportunity to work on high-integrity embedded and firmware systems while helping shape testing, validation and best practice across the wider engineering team. The Role Develop, test and maintain embedded software and firmware across multiple product lines Design and contribute to structured test and validation strategies for embedded and application-level code Translate technical requirements into robust, traceable software solutions Carry out verification and validation activities, documenting results clearly Collaborate closely with electronics, mechanical and systems engineers Support investigations, root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Participate in design reviews, stand-ups and wider engineering discussions About You Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline Strong experience in embedded software, firmware or low-level software development Background in software testing, validation or verification Good working knowledge of C, C++ and/or C# Experience writing test requirements and building structured test environments Familiarity with version control, documentation standards and software lifecycle processes Methodical, organised and detail-focused approach Able to work independently, take ownership and communicate effectively across disciplines Why Join? Significant ongoing investment in engineering capability and tooling Stable environment with a strong focus on quality and best practice Opportunity to directly influence processes and standards Collaborative, multi-disciplinary engineering team Supportive leadership with a long-term view Apply today via Pearson Whiffin Recruitment with an up-to-date CV including entire career history.
Principal Software Engineer Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to 79p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Support the specification, design, coding, and testing of complex real-time embedded software in Ada, producing mission-critical quality software, to high integrity levels, company standard,s and customer requirements. Take ownership of complex tasks across the full software lifecycle from requirements to integration, testing, and delivery. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, working closely across disciplines to develop robust solutions whilst maintaining independence in your work. Required Skillset: Expert knowledge of the Ada software language, including OO design principles. Expert capability in debugging in an embedded real-time environment with a COTS RTOS. Good knowledge of UML. Expert knowledge of a variety of Verification & Validation techniques, and the value of each. Experience of requirements engineering, hands-on integration and target testing. Good knowledge of developing software within a mature development process framework. Defence / EW business domain experience - desirable Experience of Dimensions, DOORS, Rhapsody, VxWorks, AdaCore GNAT Pro & VectorCAST. Experience and understanding of development to RTCA/DO-178B or equivalent standards Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 25, 2026
Contractor
Principal Software Engineer Luton 12-Month Contract Paying up to 79p/h (Inside IR35) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Support the specification, design, coding, and testing of complex real-time embedded software in Ada, producing mission-critical quality software, to high integrity levels, company standard,s and customer requirements. Take ownership of complex tasks across the full software lifecycle from requirements to integration, testing, and delivery. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, working closely across disciplines to develop robust solutions whilst maintaining independence in your work. Required Skillset: Expert knowledge of the Ada software language, including OO design principles. Expert capability in debugging in an embedded real-time environment with a COTS RTOS. Good knowledge of UML. Expert knowledge of a variety of Verification & Validation techniques, and the value of each. Experience of requirements engineering, hands-on integration and target testing. Good knowledge of developing software within a mature development process framework. Defence / EW business domain experience - desirable Experience of Dimensions, DOORS, Rhapsody, VxWorks, AdaCore GNAT Pro & VectorCAST. Experience and understanding of development to RTCA/DO-178B or equivalent standards Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices Location: Cambridge Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangements: Onsite working We re partnering with a well established engineering business who are looking to appoint a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with deep experience in safety critical embedded systems and a background in medical device development. This role requires someone who can not only deliver high integrity embedded software, but also establish and refine processes for new product development, ensuring the right frameworks, controls, and documentation are in place for compliant software delivery. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices: - Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for medical devices and safety critical systems. - Produce high integrity code compliant with ISO 13485 and associated medical standards. - Lead on software architecture, design reviews, and technical decision making. - Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and quality teams across the full development lifecycle. - Support verification, validation, and risk management activities. - Contribute to continuous improvement and mentor junior engineers where required. Essential Experience: - Proven background in embedded software engineering within the medical device sector. - Strong proficiency in Embedded C and bare metal programming. - Hands on experience developing safety critical code aligned with ISO 13485. - Familiarity with structured development methodologies (e.g., V model, IEC 62304 aligned processes). - Strong debugging, problem solving, and documentation skills. Desirable / Advantageous: - Experience with regulatory frameworks such as FDA, MDR, IEC 62304, ISO 14971. - Exposure to unit testing, static analysis, or automated test environments. - Understanding of cybersecurity considerations for connected medical devices. - Experience with CI/CD or DevOps practices for embedded systems. Why Join This Business - A long standing, stable engineering organisation with the opportunity to work on meaningful, life changing medical technologies. - Supportive, multidisciplinary engineering environment. - Competitive salary, benefits, and long term career progression. For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.
May 24, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices Location: Cambridge Salary: £60,000 to £70,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangements: Onsite working We re partnering with a well established engineering business who are looking to appoint a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with deep experience in safety critical embedded systems and a background in medical device development. This role requires someone who can not only deliver high integrity embedded software, but also establish and refine processes for new product development, ensuring the right frameworks, controls, and documentation are in place for compliant software delivery. Key Responsibilities for the Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Medical Devices: - Design, develop, and maintain embedded software in C/C++ for medical devices and safety critical systems. - Produce high integrity code compliant with ISO 13485 and associated medical standards. - Lead on software architecture, design reviews, and technical decision making. - Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and quality teams across the full development lifecycle. - Support verification, validation, and risk management activities. - Contribute to continuous improvement and mentor junior engineers where required. Essential Experience: - Proven background in embedded software engineering within the medical device sector. - Strong proficiency in Embedded C and bare metal programming. - Hands on experience developing safety critical code aligned with ISO 13485. - Familiarity with structured development methodologies (e.g., V model, IEC 62304 aligned processes). - Strong debugging, problem solving, and documentation skills. Desirable / Advantageous: - Experience with regulatory frameworks such as FDA, MDR, IEC 62304, ISO 14971. - Exposure to unit testing, static analysis, or automated test environments. - Understanding of cybersecurity considerations for connected medical devices. - Experience with CI/CD or DevOps practices for embedded systems. Why Join This Business - A long standing, stable engineering organisation with the opportunity to work on meaningful, life changing medical technologies. - Supportive, multidisciplinary engineering environment. - Competitive salary, benefits, and long term career progression. For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.
Ada Software Engineer - 1509 Location: Luton (Hybrid: 4 days on-site) Contract: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Full UK SC required Rate: 75ph, UMB, inside IR35 About the Role A real-time embedded software engineer with knowledge of Ada is required in support of defensive aids development programmes within the Electronic Warfare business. The role includes design, development, test and support of current and future programs across our Praetorian product line. What You'll Do Support the specification, design, coding and testing of complex real-time embedded software in Ada producing mission critical quality software, to high integrity levels, company standards and customer requirements. Take ownership of complex tasks across the full software lifecycle from requirements to integration, testing and delivery. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, working closely across disciplines to develop robust solutions whilst maintaining independence in your work. What We're Looking For Expert knowledge of the Ada software language including OO design principles. Expert capability in debugging in an embedded real-time environment with a COTS RTOS. Good knowledge of UML. Expert knowledge of a variety of Verification & Validation techniques, and the value of each. Experience of requirements engineering, hands-on integration and target testing. Good knowledge of developing software within a mature development process framework. Desirable Defence / EW business domain experience. Experience of Dimensions, DOORS, Rhapsody, VxWorks, AdaCore GNAT Pro & VectorCAST. Experience and understanding of development to RTCA/DO-178B or equivalent standards Why This Contract? Immediate start (subject to onboarding and SC Clearance). Hybrid working model for flexibility (4 days on-site, 1 day remote). Opportunity to work on innovative defence technology with a high degree of autonomy. Long-term project with strong potential for extension.
May 23, 2026
Contractor
Ada Software Engineer - 1509 Location: Luton (Hybrid: 4 days on-site) Contract: 12 months IR35: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Full UK SC required Rate: 75ph, UMB, inside IR35 About the Role A real-time embedded software engineer with knowledge of Ada is required in support of defensive aids development programmes within the Electronic Warfare business. The role includes design, development, test and support of current and future programs across our Praetorian product line. What You'll Do Support the specification, design, coding and testing of complex real-time embedded software in Ada producing mission critical quality software, to high integrity levels, company standards and customer requirements. Take ownership of complex tasks across the full software lifecycle from requirements to integration, testing and delivery. Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams, working closely across disciplines to develop robust solutions whilst maintaining independence in your work. What We're Looking For Expert knowledge of the Ada software language including OO design principles. Expert capability in debugging in an embedded real-time environment with a COTS RTOS. Good knowledge of UML. Expert knowledge of a variety of Verification & Validation techniques, and the value of each. Experience of requirements engineering, hands-on integration and target testing. Good knowledge of developing software within a mature development process framework. Desirable Defence / EW business domain experience. Experience of Dimensions, DOORS, Rhapsody, VxWorks, AdaCore GNAT Pro & VectorCAST. Experience and understanding of development to RTCA/DO-178B or equivalent standards Why This Contract? Immediate start (subject to onboarding and SC Clearance). Hybrid working model for flexibility (4 days on-site, 1 day remote). Opportunity to work on innovative defence technology with a high degree of autonomy. Long-term project with strong potential for extension.
We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop advanced, real-time software solutions for complex systems. You will be responsible for delivering software from initial concept through to fully verified solutions, working across the full development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software using best engineering practices Take ownership of software development from requirements through to verification and validation Support and enhance existing software in line with evolving project and customer needs Contribute to system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including systems, hardware, and test engineers Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers Ensure software is developed in line with relevant standards and quality processes Key Skills Strong experience in C++ development (ideally modern C++) Proven experience working across the full software development lifecycle Experience with GUI UX or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Knowledge of Python, PowerShell, or other scripting languages Experience in real-time, embedded and safety-critical systems Familiarity with version control, CI and CD, and software testing frameworks Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
May 23, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to develop advanced, real-time software solutions for complex systems. You will be responsible for delivering software from initial concept through to fully verified solutions, working across the full development lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software using best engineering practices Take ownership of software development from requirements through to verification and validation Support and enhance existing software in line with evolving project and customer needs Contribute to system architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including systems, hardware, and test engineers Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers Ensure software is developed in line with relevant standards and quality processes Key Skills Strong experience in C++ development (ideally modern C++) Proven experience working across the full software development lifecycle Experience with GUI UX or Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Knowledge of Python, PowerShell, or other scripting languages Experience in real-time, embedded and safety-critical systems Familiarity with version control, CI and CD, and software testing frameworks Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline
Systems Engineer Salary: 45,000- 50,000 Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Permanent Full Time We are working with a fast-growing, well-funded deep-tech start-up developing next-generation safety and assurance technology for AI and autonomous systems. This is a unique opportunity to join a business at the forefront of innovation, building critical infrastructure that enables the safe deployment of advanced autonomous technologies across sectors such as aerospace and robotics. The organisation is scaling rapidly and is looking for a Systems Engineer to play a key role in shaping its technical direction, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional engineering teams. This role would suit someone who thrives in a start-up environment, enjoys ownership and is motivated by solving complex, real-world engineering challenges. The Role As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of complex, safety-critical systems with an initial focus on autonomous and unmanned platforms. You'll take ownership of system architecture, ensuring integration across software and hardware components, while guiding projects through the full engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design and develop system architectures for advanced engineering solutions, particularly within autonomous systems Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including software, embedded, safety and machine learning engineers Conduct system-level analysis, trade-off studies and risk assessments Define and manage system requirements, interfaces and specifications Oversee implementation, integration, verification and validation activities Manage the full systems engineering lifecycle from concept through to delivery Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools and methodologies Key Skills & Experience Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar Experience delivering complex, safety-critical systems Strong background in systems architecture and design Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies (e.g. MBSE / SysML) Understanding of software, embedded systems and real-time architectures Experience with safety and certification standards (e.g. DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A) Familiarity with regulatory frameworks within autonomous or aerospace systems Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance and right to work in the UK Working Environment This is a high-growth, ambitious start-up where engineers are empowered to take ownership and contribute directly to the company's success. The team values collaboration, curiosity and technical excellence, and operates in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and initiative are key. You'll be part of a group building cutting-edge technology from the ground up, working on technically challenging problems with real-world impact. What's on Offer Competitive salary (DOE) Opportunity to work on industry-leading technology High-impact role within a scaling business Collaborative and innovative engineering environment Interested? Apply via the link or contact me directly on (url removed) to discuss the role in more detail. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
May 23, 2026
Full time
Systems Engineer Salary: 45,000- 50,000 Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Permanent Full Time We are working with a fast-growing, well-funded deep-tech start-up developing next-generation safety and assurance technology for AI and autonomous systems. This is a unique opportunity to join a business at the forefront of innovation, building critical infrastructure that enables the safe deployment of advanced autonomous technologies across sectors such as aerospace and robotics. The organisation is scaling rapidly and is looking for a Systems Engineer to play a key role in shaping its technical direction, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional engineering teams. This role would suit someone who thrives in a start-up environment, enjoys ownership and is motivated by solving complex, real-world engineering challenges. The Role As a Systems Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of complex, safety-critical systems with an initial focus on autonomous and unmanned platforms. You'll take ownership of system architecture, ensuring integration across software and hardware components, while guiding projects through the full engineering lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Design and develop system architectures for advanced engineering solutions, particularly within autonomous systems Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including software, embedded, safety and machine learning engineers Conduct system-level analysis, trade-off studies and risk assessments Define and manage system requirements, interfaces and specifications Oversee implementation, integration, verification and validation activities Manage the full systems engineering lifecycle from concept through to delivery Support continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools and methodologies Key Skills & Experience Degree (BSc/MSc/PhD) in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar Experience delivering complex, safety-critical systems Strong background in systems architecture and design Knowledge of systems engineering methodologies (e.g. MBSE / SysML) Understanding of software, embedded systems and real-time architectures Experience with safety and certification standards (e.g. DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4754A) Familiarity with regulatory frameworks within autonomous or aerospace systems Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance and right to work in the UK Working Environment This is a high-growth, ambitious start-up where engineers are empowered to take ownership and contribute directly to the company's success. The team values collaboration, curiosity and technical excellence, and operates in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and initiative are key. You'll be part of a group building cutting-edge technology from the ground up, working on technically challenging problems with real-world impact. What's on Offer Competitive salary (DOE) Opportunity to work on industry-leading technology High-impact role within a scaling business Collaborative and innovative engineering environment Interested? Apply via the link or contact me directly on (url removed) to discuss the role in more detail. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality
Our Client is seeking Systems Engineers who have experience of the whole Systems Lifecycle from Concept through to Delivery. This will involve Requirements Capture, System Design, Integration, Test, Verification / Validation of high integrity Embedded related products ideally for the Defence / Military market sector. It is expected that you will have some understanding of Software / Electronics and Mechanical elements as liaison with these teams is required together with Customer interactions both verbally and in person etc. Good Documentation skills are also important. Other desirable knowledge will include Comms Protocols, Radar or Avionics or similar applications. Current SC Level Clearance is a benefit but you must be eligible and willing to undertake this process. In-Parallel Computer Staff Ltd is providing services as an Employment Business.
May 23, 2026
Full time
Our Client is seeking Systems Engineers who have experience of the whole Systems Lifecycle from Concept through to Delivery. This will involve Requirements Capture, System Design, Integration, Test, Verification / Validation of high integrity Embedded related products ideally for the Defence / Military market sector. It is expected that you will have some understanding of Software / Electronics and Mechanical elements as liaison with these teams is required together with Customer interactions both verbally and in person etc. Good Documentation skills are also important. Other desirable knowledge will include Comms Protocols, Radar or Avionics or similar applications. Current SC Level Clearance is a benefit but you must be eligible and willing to undertake this process. In-Parallel Computer Staff Ltd is providing services as an Employment Business.
Systems Engineer Embedded and Hardware £60,000 to £70,000 depending on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits Bedford The Vacancy We are seeking an experienced and Senior Systems Engineer Embedded and Hardware to take ownership of the electronics and software workstream for our IVD medical devices. This is a senior role where you will act as technical design authority, ensuring robust system architecture, supplier governance and regulatory compliance while working at system level rather than as a day to day coder. Based in Bedford and working closely with both in house teams and international third party suppliers, this role offers the opportunity to influence products from early architecture through regulatory approval and post market readiness. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will provide technical governance and leadership across hardware, embedded firmware and PC software, ensuring all development activities meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements. You will operate as the system-level technical owner, shaping architecture, design controls and verification strategies, while ensuring supplier outputs are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Third Party Oversight and Governance: Partner with external suppliers to develop electronics, embedded firmware, and software for an IVD medical device, leading supplier governance across design controls, KPIs, risk management, schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management and Deliverables: Author and manage supplier agreements (quality agreements, SOWs, acceptance criteria, configuration management) and review / approve all supplier outputs, including designs, code, risk documentation, testing artifacts, traceability, and release records Design Controls and Technical Leadership: Own system and software requirements (including safety, EMI / ESD protection, and usability) and ensure full bidirectional traceability from user needs through design, verification, and validation. Architecture, V&V, and Design Transfer: Lead system architecture decisions across electronics, firmware, and software; define and execute verification and validation strategies (including qualified tools and fixtures); and lead design transfer activities. Regulatory Compliance and QMS: Ensure supplier activities operate under ISO 13485 compliant processes and deliver complete DHF / Technical Documentation regulatory expectations; align development to applicable standards. Risk, Submission and Audit Support: Lead and document risk management (ISO 14971), ensure readiness for UDI, labelling, post market surveillance, and change control, and support regulatory submissions and notified body audits by presenting clear technical rationales and objective evidence. Cross Functional and Stakeholder Integration: Integrate the electronics / software workstream with assay / chemistry, mechanical design, manufacturing / operations, and service, collaborating closely with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Customer Support to ensure end to end readiness. Risk, Performance and Delivery Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage non conformities and CAPAs with root cause analysis, and track / report KPIs including quality, schedule adherence, test coverage, and audit outcomes. International travel required approximately 4 5 times per year. We re Looking for Someone Who Has: Proven experience in medical devices or IVDs, with hands on exposure to embedded electronics, firmware and software development within a regulated environment. Bachelor s Degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or a related discipline; a Master s Degree would be advantageous. Demonstrable experience overseeing third party design partners, OEMs and ODMs. Strong background in real time embedded systems and instrument control. Solid understanding of design controls, verification and validation. Familiarity with statistical methods for V&V, measurement system analysis and design for reliability. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable working within Microsoft 365; Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Able to quickly interpret complex information and identify key technical and programme risks. We Can Offer You: An excellent working environment. Hybrid working three days a week in the office with two days a week working from home. 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme including competitive employer s contribution. Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Company supported employee Health and Wellbeing programme. Life assurance. Free plentiful car parking and electrical car charging points. Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London. The Company Swiss Precision Diagnostics GmbH (SPD) is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products. Our SPD research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. We are committed to answering the needs of our existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products. Interested Click apply and you will be redirected to our careers page to complete your application.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Systems Engineer Embedded and Hardware £60,000 to £70,000 depending on skills and experience + Bonus + Benefits Bedford The Vacancy We are seeking an experienced and Senior Systems Engineer Embedded and Hardware to take ownership of the electronics and software workstream for our IVD medical devices. This is a senior role where you will act as technical design authority, ensuring robust system architecture, supplier governance and regulatory compliance while working at system level rather than as a day to day coder. Based in Bedford and working closely with both in house teams and international third party suppliers, this role offers the opportunity to influence products from early architecture through regulatory approval and post market readiness. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will provide technical governance and leadership across hardware, embedded firmware and PC software, ensuring all development activities meet quality, safety and regulatory requirements. You will operate as the system-level technical owner, shaping architecture, design controls and verification strategies, while ensuring supplier outputs are delivered to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities: Third Party Oversight and Governance: Partner with external suppliers to develop electronics, embedded firmware, and software for an IVD medical device, leading supplier governance across design controls, KPIs, risk management, schedules, budgets, quality, and regulatory compliance. Supplier Management and Deliverables: Author and manage supplier agreements (quality agreements, SOWs, acceptance criteria, configuration management) and review / approve all supplier outputs, including designs, code, risk documentation, testing artifacts, traceability, and release records Design Controls and Technical Leadership: Own system and software requirements (including safety, EMI / ESD protection, and usability) and ensure full bidirectional traceability from user needs through design, verification, and validation. Architecture, V&V, and Design Transfer: Lead system architecture decisions across electronics, firmware, and software; define and execute verification and validation strategies (including qualified tools and fixtures); and lead design transfer activities. Regulatory Compliance and QMS: Ensure supplier activities operate under ISO 13485 compliant processes and deliver complete DHF / Technical Documentation regulatory expectations; align development to applicable standards. Risk, Submission and Audit Support: Lead and document risk management (ISO 14971), ensure readiness for UDI, labelling, post market surveillance, and change control, and support regulatory submissions and notified body audits by presenting clear technical rationales and objective evidence. Cross Functional and Stakeholder Integration: Integrate the electronics / software workstream with assay / chemistry, mechanical design, manufacturing / operations, and service, collaborating closely with Quality, Regulatory, Clinical, and Customer Support to ensure end to end readiness. Risk, Performance and Delivery Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage non conformities and CAPAs with root cause analysis, and track / report KPIs including quality, schedule adherence, test coverage, and audit outcomes. International travel required approximately 4 5 times per year. We re Looking for Someone Who Has: Proven experience in medical devices or IVDs, with hands on exposure to embedded electronics, firmware and software development within a regulated environment. Bachelor s Degree in electrical engineering, software engineering or a related discipline; a Master s Degree would be advantageous. Demonstrable experience overseeing third party design partners, OEMs and ODMs. Strong background in real time embedded systems and instrument control. Solid understanding of design controls, verification and validation. Familiarity with statistical methods for V&V, measurement system analysis and design for reliability. Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal. Comfortable working within Microsoft 365; Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Able to quickly interpret complex information and identify key technical and programme risks. We Can Offer You: An excellent working environment. Hybrid working three days a week in the office with two days a week working from home. 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme including competitive employer s contribution. Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Company supported employee Health and Wellbeing programme. Life assurance. Free plentiful car parking and electrical car charging points. Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London. The Company Swiss Precision Diagnostics GmbH (SPD) is a world leader in the research, design and marketing of advanced consumer diagnostic products. Our SPD research centre is at the cutting edge of innovation and is fully engaged in the development of reliable diagnostic products to empower women on their reproductive journey. We are committed to answering the needs of our existing and future consumers, through a continuous flow of new and innovative products. Interested Click apply and you will be redirected to our careers page to complete your application.
Overview We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer with experience of managing software and Firmware requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the defence industry and expertise in systems engineering, verification, project management, and Documentation. We are looking for a Engineer who promotes a mindset of attention to detail, communication, and teamwork within there team. Candidates with a good understanding of all aspects of Systems Engineering relating to lifecycle processes and methodologies should apply. Responsibilities As a Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of systems, while adhering to industry standards and best practices. Handling embedded software or firmware requirements Development of complex systems design requirements, particularly for implementation in software Manage system requirements, verification and compliance evolution against a rapid system baseline release schedule. Be able to generate detailed requirement sets on the basis of a variety of drivers and manage change over baselines. Support system requirement flow-down through to design and implementation teams. You are expected to be able to work in all areas of top the V model where you will be able to support concept translating systems to customer requirements, through to in-service support. You will be expected to provide systems engineering support to customer design and engineering management teams. Full requirements management (creation, update, validation, verification), including suppliers' integration and DOORS experience, Documentation: Produce detailed technical documentation, supporting the development of engineering requirements and associated documentation. Completion of trade studies Manage planning and work package management. Reviewing, documentation - Subsystems, customer, work packages. SYS ML Generation Requirements and Use Case analysis Concept assessment and design trade studies System architecture design and functional modelling Performance assessment and systems behavior analysis Verification, Validation, proving and Certification Systems Integration Model based engineering techniques, including the use of Rhapsody Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Applicable and suitable experience can be substituted for qualifications. Essential skills Systems Engineering Technical Requirement Specification Requirements Verification Requirements Development Requirements Proving Rhapsody PLM tools System design Systems Architecture Systems Integration Ability to provide inputs to project Management MS Office Suite Understanding of complete V Lifecycle. Manage Non-Conformances IBM DOORS JIRA Desired skills Ability to analyse complex technical problems and generate effective solutions. Strong interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. Experience Extensive experience in Systems Engineering roles. Proven experience in systems engineering, preferably within the defence or aerospace industry Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and propose innovative solutions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment Experience with project management practices and tools, including schedule management, risk analysis, and resource allocation Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations, such as MIL-STD, DO-178C, and DO-254, is desirable Eligibility for security clearance (dependent on project requirements) What do I need before I apply This role requires on-site customer support 2 - 3 days per week in the Bristol area. Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Overview We are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer with experience of managing software and Firmware requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the defence industry and expertise in systems engineering, verification, project management, and Documentation. We are looking for a Engineer who promotes a mindset of attention to detail, communication, and teamwork within there team. Candidates with a good understanding of all aspects of Systems Engineering relating to lifecycle processes and methodologies should apply. Responsibilities As a Systems Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of systems, while adhering to industry standards and best practices. Handling embedded software or firmware requirements Development of complex systems design requirements, particularly for implementation in software Manage system requirements, verification and compliance evolution against a rapid system baseline release schedule. Be able to generate detailed requirement sets on the basis of a variety of drivers and manage change over baselines. Support system requirement flow-down through to design and implementation teams. You are expected to be able to work in all areas of top the V model where you will be able to support concept translating systems to customer requirements, through to in-service support. You will be expected to provide systems engineering support to customer design and engineering management teams. Full requirements management (creation, update, validation, verification), including suppliers' integration and DOORS experience, Documentation: Produce detailed technical documentation, supporting the development of engineering requirements and associated documentation. Completion of trade studies Manage planning and work package management. Reviewing, documentation - Subsystems, customer, work packages. SYS ML Generation Requirements and Use Case analysis Concept assessment and design trade studies System architecture design and functional modelling Performance assessment and systems behavior analysis Verification, Validation, proving and Certification Systems Integration Model based engineering techniques, including the use of Rhapsody Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Applicable and suitable experience can be substituted for qualifications. Essential skills Systems Engineering Technical Requirement Specification Requirements Verification Requirements Development Requirements Proving Rhapsody PLM tools System design Systems Architecture Systems Integration Ability to provide inputs to project Management MS Office Suite Understanding of complete V Lifecycle. Manage Non-Conformances IBM DOORS JIRA Desired skills Ability to analyse complex technical problems and generate effective solutions. Strong interpersonal skills for effective cross-functional collaboration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating complex technical concepts to diverse audiences. Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities. Experience Extensive experience in Systems Engineering roles. Proven experience in systems engineering, preferably within the defence or aerospace industry Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues and propose innovative solutions Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment Experience with project management practices and tools, including schedule management, risk analysis, and resource allocation Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations, such as MIL-STD, DO-178C, and DO-254, is desirable Eligibility for security clearance (dependent on project requirements) What do I need before I apply This role requires on-site customer support 2 - 3 days per week in the Bristol area. Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
