Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Leeds
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Job Description
Senior / Principal Embedded Software Engineer\n\nLocation: Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days onsite)\nSalary: £60,000 – £80,000 (Flexible based on experience)\n\nThe Role\nWe are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to take full ownership of the firmware function for a global leader in MedTech. This is a unique "sole authority" position where you will be the most senior software voice in the business, responsible for setting the technical direction for life-changing mechatronic devices.\nYou will split your time between developing next- platforms and maintaining existing product firmware. This is a hands-on role involving close collaboration with mechanical and electronics teams to ensure seamless integration of software with physical hardware.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Full Ownership: Manage the development and maintenance of product firmware and custom internal tools, such as manufacturing test rigs.\n\n * Process Leadership: Own the software risk assessments, source control (Git), and build processes.\n\n * Standards & Compliance: Set documentation standards that support product compliance in a regulated environment.\n\n * Technical Strategy: Work with external partners, contribute to technical briefs, and upskill non-software colleagues in software-adjacent tasks.\n\nRequirements\n\n * Experience: At least 5+ years of hands-on experience with C/C++ in embedded systems.\n\n * Mechatronics: Proven experience managing live sensor data and motor control.\n\n * Regulated Industry: A background in Medical, Aerospace, Automotive, or similar sectors where documentation and risk management (ISO/IEC) are standard.\n\n * Autonomy: Comfortable being the only software engineer in the room and explaining technical concepts to non-experts.\n\n * Tools: Proficient with microprocessor peripherals, version control, and ideally electronic test equipment like oscilloscopes.\n\nThe role offers a hybrid working pattern (baseline 2 days onsite in Leeds), with more time required during critical build and test phases.\n\nPlease apply within to be considered
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