Principal Embedded Software Engineer

Principal Embedded Software Engineer | £70-90k | Reading | Remote, with occasional visits

My client is an elite company providing media content solutions. Due to sustained success, they are expanding their R&D team.

They're seeking a Principal Software Engineer with a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead software architecture across the full stack, from UI and services to kernel-level development.
• Collaborate with hardware and FPGA teams to deliver tightly integrated, high-speed embedded systems.
• Mentor engineers, drive best practices, and contribute to recruitment and technical leadership.

Essential Experience:

• 10+ years in C++ software development in a Linux environment
• Experience building complex software for custom hardware, including device interfacing.
• Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.

Desirable Skills:

• Exposure to Qt, Yocto, Linux kernel, or device driver development.
• Knowledge of high-speed data, graphics processing, or networking (TCP/IP, multicast).
• Familiarity with Python, GitLab, or AWS

Benefits:

• £70-90k (Dependent on experience)
• Very generous bonus scheme
• Ability to work nearly remotely, with occasional office visits
• Private medical, dental, and optical care

Interested in architecting cutting-edge embedded solutions?

Apply now to make a difference!

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