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Embedded Software Engineer

Posted: 10/06/26
Recruiter:Langham Recruitment
Reference:3120666650
Type:Permanent
Disciplines: Software Engineer
Salary:Competitive
Location:Guildford, Surrey
Description: Embedded Software Engineer Space / Aerospace Guildford Hybrid

We are seeking an experienced embedded software engineer to support the existing and expanding range of embedded software used on spacecraft for a leading space and satellite company.

This role has responsibility for undertaking the design, analysis, and development of Embedded Software for Satellite Systems.

Key Tasks

  • Development of complex real-time applications to meet customer requirements and interfaces
  • Ability to capture requirements and deliver software within tight timeframes
  • Ensure effective plans are in place to deliver software in accordance with the schedule and PA/QA requirements of the project
  • Ensure risks to the development are identified, managed and communicated to Projects and Engineering
  • Involvement in internal software peer reviews

Previous Experience

  • Several years embedded C software development of real time systems using VxWorks, RT Linux, FreeRTOS, or Bare-Metal
  • Exposure to recognised industry standard software development processes

Qualifications Knowledge & Skills

  • Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Computing or similar subject
  • Python and embedded C Programming Language
  • Appreciation of digital electronics
  • SPARC, ARM, RISC-V architectures preferable
  • Knowledge of CAN, Serial, and IP communication protocols
  • BitBucket/GIT version control
  • Agile/JIRA development approach
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
  • Results orientated, can-do approach
  • Pro-active and able to take initiative
  • Decision making and creative problem solving skills
  • Highly organised with clear communication skills
  • Ability to work simultaneously on a variety of projects
  • Able to work autonomously and using own initiative
  • Good team working skills, together with the ability to interface with others at all levels
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Proven ability to deliver solutions under pressure and to tight timescales
  • Able to demonstrate company mindsets; accountability, one team, customers and projects rule and audacity

Benefits

  • Highly competitive Salary dependent on experience
  • Flexible working policies
  • 32 days annual leave + BH
  • Annual Company Bonus Scheme
  • Up to 8% employer pension contribution
  • Life Assurance (6X salary)
  • Private Health Care
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave
  • Multiple Discount, Memberships schemes

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