Embedded Software Engineer

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Sheffield, South Yorkshire
13 months ago
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Posted
3 May 2025 (13 months ago)

Contract Embedded Software Engineer – Remote / Sheffield – £60-70p/h Outside IR35

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based only), occasional visits to Sheffield
Rate: £60-70 per hour (Outside IR35)
Duration: 6-12 months
IR35 Status: Outside IR35

An exciting contract opportunity has opened for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to support the delivery of next-generation embedded platforms in the aerospace security and IoT sectors. The company is based near Sheffield but the role is predominantly remote.

You'll join a collaborative team working on low-level embedded C/C++ development, focusing on real-time performance and robust hardware integration.

Key Skills Required:

  • Embedded C/C++ for ARM Cortex or STM32

  • Real-time operating systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)

  • Bare-metal and low-level driver development

  • Serial comms: I2C, SPI, UART

  • Version control (Git) and debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)

    Nice to Have:

  • Experience with secure boot / OTA updates

  • Previous work in aerospace, automotive, or defence

  • Familiarity with Python or scripting for test automation

    If you have the skills required for this Embedded Software Engineer role please get in touch ASAP with an up-to-date copy of your CV

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