Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Edinburgh

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Job Description

Senior Embedded Software Engineer - C/Linux

Location: Edinburgh | Employment: Permanent | Working: On-site

Salary: Flexible — tailored around the right candidate

About the Role

Join a leading engineering & technology company driving next-gen high-performance products.

You’ll take ownership of embedded Linux systems and low-level C software, from concept to production, shaping platform architecture and ensuring robust performance across demanding environments.

What You’ll Do

• Write production-quality Embedded C for device drivers, board support packages, and system components
• Develop and optimise software on embedded Linux platforms
• Contribute to C++/Python tooling, automation, and applications
• Bring up, debug, and validate software on target hardware using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and lab equipment
• Collaborate with hardware & firmware teams for smooth integration and early issue resolution
• Drive improvements in software architecture, processes, and documentation

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in Embedded C and embedded Linux development
• Proven low-level programming and hardware-software integration skills
• Comfortable with build systems, toolchains, version control, and system bring-up
• Hands-on with debugging tools and lab equipment
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative across multidisciplinary teams

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electronics, Software Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience with device drivers, Yocto, or real-time systems is a plus

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