Embedded Software Engineer
- livingston, scotland, United Kingdom
- Job type not listed
- £45 - £65 Per Hour
Job Description
Software Engineer - Enigma People Solutions
Enigma People Solutions is partnering with a leading engineering firm to recruit talented Software Engineers to work on a variety of high profile projects across multiple industries.
Join a collaborative team that is focused on delivering innovative products. Apply your skills in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment, developing products from proof-of-concept through to full production .Many of the projects involve embedded software , Linux-based systems, and increasing demand for C++ development , giving you the chance to work across a wide range of exciting technologies. The role also includes customer-facing elements, providing exposure to real-world applications of your work.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop embedded and real-time software for technically demanding projects.
- Work with Linux systems (Yocto, Debian) and 16/32-bit microcontrollers (ARM, PIC, MSP430, DSP).
- Implement standard buses and protocols such as Ethernet, USB, RS232, I2C, and SPI.
- Develop embedded control for wireless modules (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LoRa, NFC).
- Write high-quality code and adhere to best coding practices.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software issues efficiently.
- Create customer-facing documentation, reports, and test results .
- Investigate, develop, and integrate new techniques, processes, and tools.
Essential Technical Skills
- Clear commercialexperience in embedded/real-time system development .
- Strong C++ and C programming skills in a commercial environment.
- Experience with Linux system development .
- Hands-on experience with 16/32-bit microcontrollers .
- Familiarity with buses/protocols (Ethernet, USB, RS232, I2C, SPI).
- Experience with embedded wireless module control (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LoRa, NFC).
- Ability to produce high-quality, maintainable code .
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
Desirable Skills
- RTOS experience (e.g., FreeRTOS)
- Object-oriented design
- Windows development and C#
- Cryptography/security and TLS stack implementation
- Android or iOS app development
- DSP algorithm development
- Video or still image capture and processing
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related subject.


