Senior Embedded Systems Engineer (Remote)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to join their innovative product development team, working remotely from anywhere within the UK (near Edinburgh, Scotland, UK for team meetups) . This role is critical in designing, developing, and testing embedded software and hardware solutions for next-generation products. You will be instrumental in driving technical decisions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful integration of complex embedded systems, all within a supportive and fully remote work environment that encourages creativity and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and debug embedded firmware and software for microcontrollers and embedded systems using C/C++ and assembly languages.
• Develop and maintain hardware interfaces, including sensor integration, communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART), and power management.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components.
• Implement and optimize real-time operating systems (RTOS) for embedded applications, ensuring performance and stability.
• Perform rigorous testing, debugging, and validation of embedded systems, including unit testing and integration testing.
• Contribute to the overall system architecture and design decisions, providing expert insights into embedded system capabilities and limitations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in embedded systems development, with a strong focus on firmware and software.
• Proficiency in C and C++ programming for embedded environments, including low-level driver development.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS), such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar.
• Familiarity with hardware debugging tools, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team .

Benefits

• A leading salary commensurate with senior-level experience and remote work.
• Fully remote working flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere in the UK.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous annual leave and company-matched pension contributions.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending virtual conferences.