Embedded Software Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions
York, United Kingdom
5 days ago
£50,000 – £60,000 pa

Salary

£50,000 – £60,000 pa

Posted
21 Oct 2026 (5 days ago)

Embedded Engineer - New Product Development

Salary: Up to £60,000

Office: York

Our client is a multinational business that designs and develops specialist electronic devices and systems. Their products are used around the world across a wide range of industries. They're now growing their R&D hub in the York area and are building a new team dedicated to new product development.

This is a rare chance to join a team at the very start of its journey. With an extensive product roadmap ahead, you'll help shape not just the products themselves, but how they're developed. You'll bring modern technology, tools and development processes into a business that's committed to investing in innovation.

The role

As an Embedded Engineer, you'll take ownership of the software side of new devices across the full design lifecycle, from initial concept to finished product. Your work will include:

Designing, developing and testing embedded software for new measurement devices

Writing efficient, reliable code in Embedded C, often in bare-metal environments

Working with ARM, NXP and Atmel microprocessors

Implementing and supporting communication protocols such as RS232 and RS485

Collaborating closely with hardware engineers and the wider R&D team to bring products from concept to completion

Contributing ideas on tools, processes and technology choices as the new team takes shape

Supporting testing, debugging and validation through each stage of developmentWhat you'll need

Proven industry experience in an embedded design role

Strong Embedded C programming skills

Experience of bare-metal development

Hands-on experience with ARM, NXP or Atmel microprocessors

A working knowledge of RS232 and RS485 protocolsDesirable, but not essential

FPGA development and VHDL

Experience integrating Wi-Fi or Bluetooth modules

High-speed design experienceWhy join?

Make a real impact. You'll join a new team where your ideas will directly influence how products are built.

Work across the full lifecycle. You'll see your work go from concept to completion.

Modern working environment. The business is investing in new offices and up-to-date development tools.

Long-term opportunity. You'll be part of an expanding global business with a busy product roadmap.

Competitive package. A strong salary plus pension and bonus.How to apply

Apply today with an up-to-date CV, and a member of the KO2 team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail

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