Software Firmware Engineer

Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer

Are you passionate about embedded systems and excited by the idea of working on high-performance, real-time technology for next-generation aircraft cabin systems? We are currently recruiting on behalf of an innovative and industry-leading engineering company that designs and manufactures advanced lighting systems for aerospace applications.

As their trusted recruitment partner, we're seeking a talented Software & Firmware Engineer to join their growing team and contribute to the full development lifecycle of cutting-edge products.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of embedded software development in a technically stimulating environment. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and supporting embedded software and firmware solutions, working across a diverse product portfolio with a strong focus on performance, reliability, and real-time operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers, processors, and programmable logic devices.
  
  
• Implement low-level drivers, real-time control logic, and communication protocols.
  
  
• Write high-quality, maintainable code in C and C++.
  
  
• Engage in system architecture design and requirements analysis.
  
  
• Perform debugging and resolve hardware/software integration challenges.
  
  
• Support secure firmware update mechanisms and bootloader development.
  
  
• Participate in unit, integration, and system-level testing.
  
  
• Produce and maintain detailed technical documentation.
  
  
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams, including Hardware, Systems, QA, and Product Engineering.
  
  About You
  
  Essential:
  
  
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or a related discipline.
  
  
• Proven experience in embedded software and firmware development.
  
  
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development.
  
  
• Experience working with digital interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN).
  
  
• Confident using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers.
  
  
• Familiar with Git or other version control systems.
  
  
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
  
  
• Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.
  
  Desirable:
  
  
• Exposure to safety-critical software standards (e.g. DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508).
  
  
• Experience with FPGA or low-level hardware programming.
  
  
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
  
  What’s on Offer
  
  
• The chance to contribute to technically challenging and impactful projects.
  
  
• A dynamic and collaborative engineering culture that values innovation.
  
  
• Opportunities for technical leadership and professional development.
  
  
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package