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Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer

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Whiteley, United kingdom

£ 75 /hour

Freelance

16-02-2026

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Skills

Communication Problem-solving Research Linux Software Development C++ Embedded Systems VHDL

Job Specifications

Embedded Software Engineer

Whiteley (Hybrid) – SC Required – Initial 6 month contract (Inside IR35)

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a technology organisation that specialises in the research, design, and development of advanced wireless and critical RF communication systems used in mission-critical environments including defence, uncrewed and autonomous systems, government, and broadcast.

They are seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their team working on a varied pipeline of technically challenging projects. The successful candidate will develop software for sophisticated communication products that deliver secure, reliable, long-range data transmission, collaborating closely with hardware, RF, and systems engineers and contributing across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for advanced wireless communication products.
Program primarily in C++ for embedded applications.
Develop lower-level functionality in C, including Linux kernel and device driver work where required.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including hardware, RF, and systems engineers.
Support integration, testing, and debugging on real hardware platforms.
Contribute to the full product lifecycle, from concept through to deployment.
Participate in continuous improvement and innovation across new and existing technologies.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

Strong experience in embedded software development using C++.
Solid understanding of embedded systems and real-time considerations.
Experience working in Linux-based environments.
Ability to debug complex issues across software and hardware interfaces.
A practical, problem-solving mindset with a willingness to engage hands-on with hardware.

Desirable

Digital Signal Processing (DSP) experience.
Experience with VHDL or FPGA development.
Familiarity with Linux kernel development and device drivers.
Knowledge of RF or communications systems.

About the Company

Copello is a niche talent provider within Defence, Engineering & Technology and Information Security. Established to offer a consultative service that is focused on delivering the best talent and opportunities to our Client and Candidate community. We use the term “Community” as we believe that all three, recruiter, client and candidate are intrinsically linked and our experience shows that a solid connection will deliver the best results. Our focus is to ensure that we add value and drive change in an over populated recr... Know more