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Embedded Software & Systems Engineer

Reed
Eh89Ru, Alba / Scotland, EH8 9RU, United Kingdom
Last week
£45,000 – £75,000 pa

Salary

£45,000 – £75,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
19 May 2026 (Last week)
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Reed Technology are partnering with a cutting-edge organisation operating in a highly technical space where embedded systems, SDK development, reverse engineering, and application security converge.

This role is focused on securing how apps interact with underlaying systems, strengthening protection mechanisms and tackling security challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build and improve embedded C/C++ components within a security-focused SDK
  • Analyse mobile environments (Android, iOS, emerging platforms) from a low-level perspective
  • Use reverse engineering and instrumentation tools to assess vulnerabilities
  • Translate findings into practical security features and protections
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate SDK and cloud-based components seamlessly

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong experience in Embedded C/C++ engineering
  • Background in SDK development, ideally within mobile or systems environments
  • Familiarity with mobile platforms (Android/iOS) and how apps interact with OS-level services
  • Exposure to reverse engineering, app security, or software protection techniques
  • A passion for system-level investigation and solving complex technical challenges

Benefits:

  • Permanent contract
  • Salary up to £75.000 / year (DOE).
  • Hybrid working

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