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Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Zenovo
Bristol, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£70,000 – £80,000 pa

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£70,000 – £80,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Lead
Education
Degree
Posted
11 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

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Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Bristol City Centre - 3 Days Per Week On-Site
Salary - Up to £80,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience)

Summary:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced engineer with a passion for leadership and a background in safety-critical embedded software to step into a high-impact role, driving both technical delivery and team performance.

Responsibilities:
  • Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of embedded software engineers in a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Overseeing the full software development lifecycle – from requirements and design through to implementation, testing, and maintenance.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including project management and QA, to ensure seamless and timely delivery of projects.
  • Defining project scope and deliverables, aligning development with customer requirements and strategic goals.
  • Conducting code reviews, promoting engineering best practices, and ensuring coding standards are upheld.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges while managing risk and maintaining timelines.
  • Driving continuous improvement, fostering innovation, and supporting professional growth within your team.
Required Skills & Experience:
  • Proven experience in embedded software development within a safety-critical environment.
  • Solid understanding of embedded systems and RTOS
  • Strong programming skills in C and assembler.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor, motivate, and manage engineering teams.
  • Experience in project management, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
  • Comprehensive experience across the full software development lifecycle.
Please apply to find out more!

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