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embedded software engineer
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Scotland
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Role: Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Glasgow OR Dundee they have 2x offices so you can work from either
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 approx. but can be flexible for the right person
Onsite work: you are required to be onsite 3x days per week
Role description and purpose
We are seeking a talented and passionate Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing technology team. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing embedded software for our next-generation aquaculture technology.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to technology for good, working on real-world systems that have a tangible impact. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and maintenance, working closely with hardware engineers, data scientists, and aquaculture specialists.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and debug embedded software and firmware for a variety of aquaculture monitoring and control systems (e.g., sensor integration, automated feeding systems, water quality monitoring devices).
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code Python for embedded systems.
Work with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
Implement communication protocols (e.g., MQTT, UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN) for data transmission and device control.
Integrate software with various hardware components, including sensors, actuators, and communication modules.
Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Develop and execute unit, integration, and system tests to ensure software quality and reliability.
Troubleshoot and debug software and hardware issues in embedded systems.
Collaborate effectively with hardware engineers, data scientists, and aquaculture experts to define system requirements and ensure seamless integration.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of our software development processes and tools.
Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in embedded software development and the aquaculture industry.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
Proven experience (typically 2+ years) in developing embedded software and firmware.
Strong proficiency in Pythen programming for embedded systems.
Experience working with microcontrollers and microprocessors (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, ESP32, NVIDIA Jetson).
Knowledge of communication protocols relevant to IoT and industrial automation (e.g., MQTT, Modbus).
Solid understanding of communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN).
Experience with debugging tools and techniques for embedded systems (e.g., JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
Ability to read and understand hardware schematics and datasheets.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.Preferred Qualifications
Experience with C/C++, BASH, etc. for embedded systems or scripting.
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and IoT services.
Familiarity with data acquisition and processing techniques.
Understanding of control systems and algorithms.
Previous experience in the aquaculture, agricultural technology, or environmental monitoring sectors.
Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Experience with agile development methodologies.General Skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome technical challenges.
A passion for learning and staying updated with the latest industry trends and best practices.
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, your default should be Openness and transparency.
Desire to take the initiative and self-start when necessary.
Flexibility, we pride ourselves on doing what is necessary to make the whole organisation successful.
Benefits:
37.5 hours working week
33 days annual leave
Death in service at 4 x your annual salary
Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced parental leave policies
Birthday day off
Paid bereavement leave
Paid sick leave
Company pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking on the Glasgow site
How to apply?
Please send a CV to
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