HS Design, Inc.

We're looking for an IT Software Development Administrator to join our team in the Bristol Design & Product Development (D&PD) office, part of the Ensera Group. Ensera has facilities in Europe, the USA, and Asia, as well as Design & Development hubs in Bristol, UK (where you'll be based), and New Jersey and Colorado in the USA. In this role you'll report directly to, and work alongside, the Head of IT to provide ongoing IT support to the Ensera Design business, with a particular focus on supporting software and hardware development teams. You'll take ownership of the development toolset and environments, ensuring they are secure, efficient, and fit for purpose, while also contributing to wider group IT projects as needed. Occasional travel to other Ensera locations, including Ireland, Poland, and the USA, may be required and some projects could involve evening or weekend work. About you This role sits at the intersection of IT operations and software development, so you'll be comfortable working across both areas. You'll take ownership of systems and environments rather than simply maintaining them, working closely with development teams to understand their needs and improve how they operate. You're proactive and methodical, able to identify inefficiencies and implement practical improvements to tooling, workflows, and environments. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues and are confident explaining systems, processes, and decisions when needed, including during audits or reviews. You can balance day to day IT support with longer term development environment improvements, maintaining a structured and organised approach with strong attention to detail, particularly in documentation and security. Essential skills and experience Software development (commercial or personal projects), or IT support within a software or engineering environment Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) Administering or supporting development tools such as JIRA, Git, Bitbucket, Confluence, or CI/CD systems Familiarity with Linux environments and command line usage Experience supporting on premises hardware, servers, and services. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues, with expertise in Windows and Microsoft 365. Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPNs for network troubleshooting and maintenance Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills across hardware, software, and development environments Experience working collaboratively with technical teams to improve workflows and systems Ability to take ownership of systems and drive continuous improvement Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly Beneficial skills and experience Atlassian suite (Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence) Embedded development tools such as IAR Embedded Workbench or Altium Designer Version control systems (Git) Scripting or automation (e.g. Bash, Python) Supporting audits or working in regulated environments Familiarity with security standards or frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, IEC 81001, Cyber Essentials) Experience improving or redesigning development environments or toolchains Key responsibilities Development Tool Administration Own and administer core development platforms Manage access, permissions, and configurations Ensure availability, performance, and reliability of tools Drive improvements, upgrades, and integrations Maintain and support Linux based development environments Support build environments, automation pipelines, and version control workflows Work with developers to standardise and improve environments Software Development Lifecycle Support Support the full SDLC from requirements through to deployment Improve workflows, traceability, and collaboration through tooling Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automation practices Cybersecurity, Compliance and Documentation Ensure systems are secure, patched, and aligned with internal policies Implement access controls and secure configurations Identify and remediate risks within development environments Maintain clear and detailed documentation Act as a point of contact during audits IT Support Provide day to day IT support across the business Troubleshoot hardware, software, and access issues Support onboarding and off boarding of engineering staff Act as the primary IT contact for development teams The salary for this role is £45,000 to £50,000, commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate. During your application we will ask you for your salary expectations. Why work with us? We offer flexible hybrid working policies in terms of working hours from day one. We operate availability hours so people can start at 9:30 am if needed, lunch can be taken between 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, and we offer an early finish on Fridays if you have banked your contracted hours for the week. Our full time contract is 38 hours per week. Colleagues at Ensera Design work with a great deal of flexibility, which varies across our teams. An individual's working pattern is agreed with their respective line managers, taking into account the needs of the individual and the team. We anticipate this role to be office based only to start, with flexibility once settled in to the role. We offer: Performance related company wide bonus Flexible working approaches around availability hours Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days Private healthcare and Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave Matched contributory pension scheme Holiday allowance starting at 25 days, plus purchase scheme Cycle to Work scheme and transport discounts Regular team events and socials A collaborative, supportive working environment We believe that designing for people means including all people, starting with the team behind the work. Our human centred design ethos is rooted in empathy, and our values - pull together, find a way, and care - guide us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we design for. We know that different perspectives lead to better ideas, stronger collaboration, and more meaningful outcomes. If you meet the skills and experience for this role, we welcome your application - whatever your background, identity, or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful, people first design.

HS Design, Inc. is seeking an IT Software Development Administrator to join their Bristol team, part of the Ensera Group. This role involves providing IT support to development teams, managing essential tools like JIRA and Git, and improving development processes. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential. The position includes flexible working options with a focus on collaboration. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £50,000 based on experience, with additional performance-related bonuses and benefits such as private healthcare and annual leave.

Are you an experienced Business Development professional with a passion for building long term client partnerships within the medical device industry? Ensera Design is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth across our Design & Product Development business. This is an exciting opportunity to work with some of the world's most innovative medical device and life sciences organisations, helping bring cutting edge products to market. You'll lead consultative sales engagements, develop strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, and identify opportunities where our multidisciplinary engineering and design teams can add real value. Working closely with technical experts, project managers, marketing and the wider Ensera commercial team, you'll play a key role in shaping client solutions from initial engagement through to contract award. This role will focus on the Medical Device sector, particularly Radiology, In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) and Surgical technologies. About you As one of our Sales team you will take a consultative approach to selling, working with both existing and new clients, alongside our expertise teams. You will help our clients to understand the full range of innovative product design services & manufacturing capabilities that Ensera Design can offer, and you will build strong relationships that clients will turn to time and time again as they develop their product strategies. We are proud that we can support clients to 'think differently' about their approaches, whether through the use of new innovations, designing connected product ecosystems, or creating smart and sustainable product solutions. You'll see that possibility and be able to communicate this to clients effectively. You'll be operating as part of a friendly, supportive and ambitious Sales team, all of whom have something unique to add, with frequent interactions with our Expertise teams. With that in mind, you'll be a natural collaborator with a disciplined approach who is ready to focus on winning exciting work, while being commercially aware at all times. You'll have experience of business development in a consultative environment, with both product and service design and have extensive knowledge of the Medical sector. Working with our teams, you'll be able to produce professional proposals and be able to speak confidently externally to prospective clients about what we can help them deliver. Key Responsibilities Develop and win new business opportunities within the medical device sector Build and manage long term strategic relationships with new and existing clients Lead consultative sales conversations to understand client challenges and identify solutions Manage opportunities throughout the full sales lifecycle, from prospecting through to contract award Collaborate with Engineering, Human Factors, Project Management and Marketing teams to develop compelling client proposals Identify opportunities for cross selling services across the wider Ensera group Maintain accurate sales forecasts, CRM records and pipeline reporting Attend industry conferences, networking events and customer meetings to represent Ensera Design Monitor market trends, competitor activity and customer needs to support business growth Work closely with the Head of Sales to deliver agreed commercial objectives and revenue targets Job Requirements We're looking for someone who is commercially driven, naturally curious and enjoys developing trusted relationships with clients. You'll be comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, managing multiple opportunities simultaneously and working collaboratively across technical and commercial teams. You should have a consultative approach to business development, with the ability to understand complex engineering challenges and translate them into commercial opportunities. Proven experience in Business Development, Technical Sales or Account Management Experience selling engineering, design, consultancy or technical services Demonstrable success generating new business and achieving revenue targets Strong consultative sales approach with excellent questioning and relationship building skills Experience managing opportunities through a structured sales process Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills Experience using CRM systems to manage pipelines and sales forecasting Ability to influence stakeholders at senior and executive level Comfortable working collaboratively with multidisciplinary technical teams Willingness to travel to client sites, conferences and industry events Beneficial Skills & Experience Experience within the Medical Device industry Knowledge of Radiology, In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) or Surgical technologies Experience selling Product Development or Design Consultancy services Understanding of regulated product development environmentsExperience working with cross functional global teams Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS) Existing network within Life Sciences or Medical Devices For the right individual, we are open to offering a salary of up to £50,000 for this role. Salary will be discussed with candidates directly during the interview process. Why Join Ensera Design? At Ensera Design, you'll join a collaborative team of designers, engineers, researchers and commercial professionals developing products that improve lives. You'll have the opportunity to work with global clients, influence innovative product development programmes and play a key role in the continued growth of our business across the UK and North America. If you're passionate about building relationships, solving customer challenges and contributing to the development of life changing technologies, we'd love to hear from you. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team: We offer: Performance related company wide bonus Flexible working approaches around our availability hours (which are Monday to Thursday 9:30am to 12:00pm & 2:00pm to 4:00pm and Friday 9:30 to 12:00pm) to help support your work life balance Training and development opportunities which include regular 'lunch and learn' sessions and knowledge sharing via internal channels & 3 learning and development days per year Private healthcare for you and your family as well as additional support via our Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave A matched contributory pension scheme An Annual Leave purchase scheme, plus additional days holiday for long service (starting at 25 days for full time colleagues) Discounted First Bus monthly and annual passes (Bristol has a good Park & Ride network.) Cycle to Work scheme Team breakfast every Wednesday Secure in building bike storage and shower Free eye tests Join us for our legendary annual Summer and Christmas parties The opportunity to become involved in our work with various organisations, such as Kerning the Gap & Remap. Regular opportunities to have your say and share your thoughts on how we can develop as a team and as a business Enjoy our café that acts as the focal point for the whole team to get together for either morning coffee, lunch and afternoon tea (as well as picking up some fruit!). Cake also plays a huge feature in the day to day here in the Bristol office. There are also plenty of opportunities to socialise outside of the office too, including activities like staff organised runs, cycles and regular monthly team socials! About us Our Bristol office, a characterful Grade 2 listed stone building, was originally built as a sugar refinery around 1850. It's now completely refitted, and houses all of our staff plus our workshops, labs, the design studio, an HF usability suite, as well as client meeting spaces. We are in a great central location: the local area is full of independent shops and it is only a short walk up to Park Street, or over to the Harbourside and St Nick's Markets, both of which have regular street food markets. We believe strongly in equality and fairness and try hard to do the right thing; we speak up for and support groups who are working to make a difference. Many of our team are also involved in, or run, events in their local communities, making a difference to those around them. The team throughout the Ensera Design are intelligent, hard working, fun and collaborate brilliantly together to produce creative solutions. We work with some of the biggest, best and most interesting international clients that you'll find anywhere. We're a multi disciplinary team, with experts in research, innovation, human factors, digital UX, 2D and 3D product & packaging design, engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, and electronics & software, all uniquely integrated within one great company. We consciously embrace diversity and proactively encourage this with our recruitment process. We welcome applications to this position from anyone meeting the skills criteria, from any background. We're seeking talented individuals, creative thinkers and problem solvers to collaborate with some of the world's leading healthcare brands If you want to be part of a contract design and manufacturing organization that thinks outside the box, or you're passionate about advancing healthcare solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

Bold ideas start with bold people. At Ensera Design, we are a world class, user centered innovation and product development consultancy working across medical and consumer health. Join our multidisciplinary team to build robust, secure firmware that powers life enhancing products. We are currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer - MCU to join our talented team and contribute to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. You will lead the design and delivery of microcontroller (MCU) firmware for real time systems, owning technical decisions and collaborating across hardware, Linux, UI, connectivity and test to integrate complete solutions. What you'll do Design and implement MCU firmware aligned to system and security architecture. Own technical design of MCU subsystems. Develop and review embedded C/C++ for real time systems. Collaborate with hardware and software peers. Champion coding standards and secure development. Your skills and experience Proven experience with ARM Cortex M or equivalent. Strong C/C++ in embedded, real time contexts. Experience in quality controlled or safety critical environments. STM32, bootloaders, MISRA, UART/SPI/I2C/CAN. For this role we are considering a salary of up to £73,954. As part of your application, we will ask you to state your desired salary. If you would like to discuss your salary expectations in more detail, then please reach out. Why work with us? Ensera Design offers interesting and varied work combined with a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers, taking into account the role, needs of the individual, and the team. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team. We offer: Performance related company wide bonus. Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon-Thu, 9:30am-12:00pm & 2:00pm-4:00pm; Fri, 9:30am-12:00pm). Private healthcare for you and your family. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Salary exchange pension scheme. 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform. Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes. Death in service (x4 gross salary). Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge sharing sessions. A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company wide meeting. Free breakfast every Wednesday, and plenty of opportunities to socialise, including team organised activities, summer and Christmas parties, and more. About us We are based in an iconic Grade II listed building in the heart of Bristol. Our vibrant workspace houses state of the art labs, a design studio, usability suites, and collaborative meeting spaces. Nestled in a lively neighbourhood with independent shops, we're just a short walk from Park Street, the Harbourside, and St. Nick's Markets. We are proud of our values: Find a way: We work as one team, combining our knowledge and experience to unite around a shared goal. We trust each other and do what's needed to get things done and exceed expectations. Pull together: We believe anything is possible. When faced with challenges we take the initiative, using our creative spirit and determination to find bold solutions and deliver results that move us forward. Care: We act with integrity, take pride in our work, and support each other. We each play our part to make a positive impact for our customers, our colleagues, and our planet. Our diverse, multidisciplinary team spans research, design, human factors, engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, and beyond. Together, we deliver cutting edge solutions for clients ranging from global leaders to innovative start ups, with a particular focus on medical devices, drug delivery, orthopaedics, and diagnostics. If you meet the skills and experience for this role, we welcome your application - whatever your background, identity, or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful, people first design.

Ensera Design is a world-class design and development consultancy for medical and consumer health sectors. We seek a Medical Software Engineer for an 18-month fixed-term project, leading software for regulated medical devices and guiding lifecycle activities with a focus on regulatory compliance and robust architecture. You will work across teams including digital design, electronics, firmware, and HF, with opportunities to shape architecture, cyber security, and integration with hospital

Ensera Design is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - MCU to lead MCU firmware development for real time systems across hardware, Linux, UI, connectivity and test. You will own subsystem designs, safeguard security architecture, and drive high quality embedded C/C++ deliverables. The role emphasizes collaboration with cross functional teams, adherence to coding standards, and a strong focus on secure development practices within a flexible hybrid work model in Bristol.

Ensera Design is a world-class user-centred innovation and product development consultancy, specializing in the medical and consumer health sectors. As part of the Ensera Group, we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe, the USA, and Asia, alongside additional design and product development teams in New Jersey and Colorado. We are currently seeking an experienced Medical Software Engineer to join our growing team to be a part of our largest current project (on a fixed-term basis of 18-months initially), so it is an exciting time to join us. The role will be responsible for: Leading the design, development, verification and delivery of software for regulated medical devices, including IEC 62304 Class C safety-critical software. Providing technical direction across the full software lifecycle, ensuring regulatory compliance, robust architecture, and high quality execution whilst communicating with internal stakeholders, clients and regulatory bodies. About you You'll have demonstrable experience of medical software development, spanning everything from planning to submission. You'll have proven experience of delivering Class C safety critical software to market and be comfortable developing for embedded environments i.e. Medical Device Software built on Linux, QNX, SafeRTOS etc. Collaboration plays a vital part in what we do so you'll be a natural team player, eager to work and learn with others across expertise areas. Your skills and experience Whilst you do not need to meet all of these points, please ensure you meet the majority of them before making an application: Experience developing software requirements specifications (SRS). Experience shaping the architecture of medium to large scale medical software systems. Be comfortable enough to oversee technical decision making including technology selection, architecture trade-offs, risk reduction strategies, and cyber security considerations. Be able to review and approve detailed design, code, verification plans, and safety-related artefacts. Demonstrable experience of guiding integration of software with digital design, electronics, firmware, mechanical and HF teams. Cybersecurity for medical devices (FDA pre/post-market guidance, UL 2900, IEC 81001 etc.). Development of automated test frameworks, simulators, or hardware-in-the-loop setups. Experience integrating with hospital systems (EHRs, DICOM, HL7 protocols etc.). Experience working in client-facing and consultancy roles. The salary for this role is in line with the middle to top-end of our Principal salary banding, £70,000 to £89,000. We ask you to confirm your salary expectations as part of your application and we further ask you to really consider where you feel your experience sits within that band. Why work with us? Ensera Design offers interesting and varied work combined and a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers, taking into account the role, needs of the individual and the team. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team. We offer: Performance-related company-wide bonus. Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon-Thu, 9:30am-12:00pm & 2:00pm-4:00pm; Fri, 9:30am-12:00pm). Private healthcare for you and your family. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Salary exchange pension scheme. 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform. Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes. Death in service (x4 gross salary). Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge-sharing sessions. A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company-wide meeting. Free breakfast every Wednesday, and plenty of opportunities to socialise, including team-organised activities, summer and Christmas parties, and more. About us Ensera Design is based in an iconic Grade II listed building in the heart of Bristol. Our vibrant workspace houses state-of-the-art labs, a design studio, usability suites, and collaborative meeting spaces. Nestled in a lively neighbourhood with independent shops, we're just a short walk from Park Street, the Harbourside, and St. Nick's Markets. We are proud of our values: Find a way: We work as one team, combining our knowledge and experience to unite around a shared goal. We trust each other and do what's needed to get things done and exceed expectations. Pull together: We believe anything is possible. When faced with challenges we take the initiative, using our creative spirit and determination to find bold solutions and deliver results that move us forward. Care: We act with integrity, take pride in our work, and support each other. We each play our part to make a positive impact for our customers, our colleagues, and our planet. Our diverse, multidisciplinary team spans research, design, human factors, engineering, prototyping, manufacturing, and beyond. Together, we deliver cutting-edge solutions for clients ranging from global leaders to innovative start-ups, with a particular focus on medical devices, drug delivery, orthopaedics, and diagnostics. Do we sound like a good match for you? At Ensera Design we believe that designing for people means including all people, starting with the team behind the work. Our human-centred design ethos is rooted in empathy, and our values - pull together, find a way, and care - guide us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we design for. We know that different perspectives lead to better ideas, stronger collaboration, and more meaningful outcomes. If you meet the skills and experience for this role, we welcome your application - whatever your background, identity, or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful, people-first design. We're seeking talented individuals, creative thinkers and problem solvers to collaborate with some of the world's leading healthcare brands If you want to be part of a contract design and manufacturing organization that thinks outside the box, or you're passionate about advancing healthcare solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

HS Design, Inc. in Bristol is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop firmware for medical devices. In this role, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create safety-critical applications using C/C++. You will be mentored by Senior Engineers and participate in a supportive culture that values teamwork and knowledge sharing. The position offers a salary up to £53,000 with various perks, including flexible hybrid working, private healthcare, enhanced parental leave, and ample training opportunities.

Ensera Design is a world-class user centred innovation and product development consultancy, specializing in the medical and consumer health sectors with offices in Bristol, Colorado and New Jersey. As part of Ensera, we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe, the USA, and Asia. We are currently seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Test to join our talented team and contribute to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. You'll join a multidisciplinary team developing a greenfield medical device from the ground up. Day to day, your focus will be building structured testing strategies and processes for embedded systems and shaping the automation approach as it takes its form. You'll work closely with the embedded, Linux, UI and connectivity teams to make code testable from the start. You'll have a team of Senior Software Engineers around you who'll mentor you throughout. Due to the nature of Ensera Design's work, you'll have the opportunity to either branch out into other specialisms or go deeper into the one you're already in. About you You enjoy working on and improving complex safety critical systems through designing effective test strategies. You'll have a strong background in test automation and have a real passion for improving how testing is done in complex engineering environments. You'll be a strong collaborator and communicator who's happy to work closely with developers in C++ and Python environments. You'll be interested in the full development lifecycle and in working to standards like IEC 62304. What you'll do Design and implement test strategies for embedded software Build and maintain automated test frameworks Contribute to testing approaches for assigned subsystems and interfaces Work with development teams to ensure software is testable and verifiable Support requirements based testing and traceability Investigate failures, support root cause analysis, and verify corrective actions Contribute to continuous integration and automated test execution Share knowledge and mentor more junior members of the team Your skills and experience You don't need to tick every box but if you hit most of the essentials, we'd love to hear from you. Around 3-5 years' experience in software testing for embedded and/or Linux based systems Experience building automated test frameworks and infrastructure Understanding of embedded software architectures and constraints Experience with system level or hardware in the loop testing Experience working in regulated or quality controlled environments Experience with CI/CD pipelines for embedded or system software Python or C++ development experience Familiarity with requirements management and traceability tools Experience testing communication protocols (UART, CAN, TCP/IP) Exposure to software lifecycle standards (e.g. IEC 62304) The salary for this role is up to £53,000, in line with our Consultant band (£40,800 to £53,000). Please note we ask you to provide your expected salary within the band as part of your application - this helps us understand how you view your experience against the role's scope. Why work with us? Performance related company wide bonus Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon-Thu, 9:30 am-12:00 pm & 2:00 pm-4:00 pm; Fri, 9:30 am-12:00 pm) Private healthcare for you and your family Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Salary exchange pension scheme 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes Death in service (x4 gross salary) Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge sharing sessions A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company wide meeting Free breakfast every Wednesday, and plenty of opportunities to socialise, including team organised activities, summer and Christmas parties, and more

Bold ideas start with bold people. At Ensera Design, we are a world class user centered innovation and product development consultancy working across medical and consumer health. Join our multidisciplinary team to build robust, secure firmware that powers life enhancing products. We are currently seeking an embedded Software Engineer to join our talented team and contribute to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. You'll join a multidisciplinary team developing a greenfield medical device from the ground up. Day to day, your focus will be designing and implementing embedded software in C/C++ on embedded Linux platforms. You'll sit alongside hardware, MCU, UI and test engineers, with real input into the Linux architecture and design while the project is still taking shape. You'll have a team of Senior Software Engineers around you who'll mentor you throughout. Due to the nature of Ensera Design's work, you'll have the opportunity to either branch out into other specialisms or go deeper into the one you're already in. About you You're an engineer who has worked across safety critical systems and/or medical devices in the past with a desire to develop within an embeddedLinuxenvironment. You'll be a strong communicator with a desire to learn from others, share your own knowledge and mentor junior engineers. You'll be interested in working on safety critical applications across the full development lifecycle and in accordance with safety and reliability standards such as IEC 62304. What you'll do Design and implement embedded Linux software in line with agreed system and security architecture Support Linux platform bring up and configuration within scope Contribute to the embedded build system (e.g. Yocto or equivalent) Define and maintain interfaces between Linux, MCU firmware, UI, and connectivity components Support debugging of system level faults and performance issues Share knowledge and mentor more junior members of the team Your skills and experience You don't need to tick every box but if you hit most of the essentials, we'd love to hear from you. Around 3-5 years' experience developing software on embedded Linux platforms Solid understanding of Linux internals, IPC, filesystems, and networking Experience with embedded build systems (Yocto, Buildroot, or similar) Strong C/C++ experience; scripting experience is beneficial Experience working in structured, quality-focused development environments Experience with Qt or other embedded UI frameworks Experience integrating Linux systems with MCUs over UART, SPI, or CAN Secure boot, system update, or platform hardening experience Experience with communication protocols (UART, SPI, I C, CAN) Experience working in regulated or safety critical domains Why work with us? Ensera Design offers interesting and varied work combined with a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers, taking into account the role, needs of the individual, and the team. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team. We offer: Performance related company wide bonus. Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon-Thu, 9:30am-12:00pm & 2:00pm-4:00pm; Fri, 9:30am-12:00pm). Private healthcare for you and your family. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Salary exchange pension scheme. 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform. Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes. Death in service (x4 gross salary). Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge sharing sessions. A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company wide meeting. Free breakfast every Wednesday, and plenty of opportunities to socialise, including team organized activities, summer and Christmas parties, and more. At Ensera Design we believe that designing for people means including all people, starting with the team behind the work. Our human centred design ethos is rooted in empathy, and our values - pull together, find a way, and care - guide us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we design for. We know that different perspectives lead to better ideas, stronger collaboration, and more meaningful outcomes. If you meet the skills and experience for this role, we welcome your application - whatever your background, identity, or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful, people first design.

Ensera Design is a world class user centred innovation and product development consultancy, specialising in the medical and consumer health sectors with offices in Bristol, Colorado and New Jersey. As part of Ensera, we collaborate globally with contract manufacturing facilities in Europe, the USA, and Asia. We are currently seeking an embedded Software Engineer to join our talented team and contribute to delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. You'll join a multidisciplinary team developing a greenfield medical device from the ground up. Day to day, your focus will be designing and implementing microcontroller based systems in embedded C/C++. You'll sit alongside hardware, Linux, UI and test engineers and have the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to a medical device project. You'll have a team of Senior Software Engineers around you who'll mentor you throughout. Due to the nature of Ensera Design's work, you'll have the opportunity to either branch out into other specialisms or go deeper into the one you're already in. About you You're an engineer who has worked across safety critical systems and/or medical devices in the past with a desire to develop using embedded C/C++ targeting STM32 ARM microcontrollers or similar platforms. You'll be a strong communicator with a desire to share knowledge and mentor junior members of the team - you'll also be mentored by experienced engineers who have grown with the business. You'll be interested in working on safety critical applications across the full development lifecycle and in accordance with safety and reliability standards such as IEC 62304. What you'll do Design and implement MCU firmware in line with agreed system and security architecture Support MCU subsystems and components Develop embedded C/C++ code for real time systems Collaborate with hardware, Linux, UI, connectivity, and test teams on integration topics Define and maintain coding standards and design patterns for MCU software Support fault investigation, root cause analysis, and corrective actions Share knowledge and mentor more junior members of the team Your skills and experience You don't need to tick every box but if you hit most of the essentials, we'd love to hear from you. Around 3 5 years' experience developing embedded firmware on MCUs (ARM Cortex M or equivalent) Solid C and/or C++ skills Experience with RTOS based systems Understanding of hardware-software interfaces and peripheral drivers Experience working in quality controlled or safety critical development environments Experience with STM32 or similar MCU families Bootloader, firmware update, or secure startup experience Familiarity with MISRA or similar embedded coding standards Experience with communication protocols (UART, SPI, I C, CAN) Exposure to cybersecurity considerations at MCU level The salary for this role is up to £53,000, in line with our Consultant band (£40,800 to £53,000). Please note we ask you to provide your expected salary within the band as part of your application, this helps us understand how you view your experience against the role's scope. Why work with us? Ensera Design offers interesting and varied work combined with a supportive team culture to provide a stimulating environment where you will have the opportunity to develop and learn from others. We offer flexible working policies where working patterns are agreed with our line managers, taking into account the role, needs of the individual, and the team. We recognise that we are only as good as our people and we know how important it is to support our team. We offer: Performance related company wide bonus. Flexible hybrid working in line with our core hours (Mon-Thu, 9:30am-12:00pm & 2:00pm-4:00pm; Fri, 9:30am-12:00pm). Private healthcare for you and your family. Enhanced maternity and paternity leave. Salary exchange pension scheme. 25 days of annual leave, plus the option to purchase up to one working week and additional days for length of service. Access to our Employee Assistance Programme and digital wellbeing platform. Cycle to Work & Electric Vehicle Lease schemes. Death in service (x4 gross salary). Training and development opportunities, including dedicated learning days and regular knowledge sharing sessions. A free lunch the first Monday of every month alongside our company wide meeting. Free breakfast every Wednesday, and plenty of opportunities to socialise, including team organised activities, summer and Christmas parties, and more. At Ensera Design we believe that designing for people means including all people, starting with the team behind the work. Our human centred design ethos is rooted in empathy, and our values - pull together, find a way, and care - guide us in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we design for. We know that different perspectives lead to better ideas, stronger collaboration, and more meaningful outcomes. If you meet the skills and experience for this role, we welcome your application - whatever your background, identity, or path into design. What matters to us is that you share our belief in purposeful, people first design.

HS Design, Inc. in Bristol seeks an embedded Software Engineer to contribute to pioneering solutions in a multidisciplinary team. You will develop embedded software for medical devices, collaborating closely with hardware and test engineers to ensure robust firmware development. The role requires strong C/C++ skills and experience with embedded Linux platforms. Benefits include private healthcare, hybrid work options, and robust shared values emphasizing a diverse and inclusive culture.

HS Design, Inc. is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer in Test to work on a greenfield medical device project in Bristol. You will develop structured testing strategies for embedded software and automate test processes while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in embedded systems testing, proficiency in Python or C++, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines. A hybrid working model is offered along with competitive salary and benefits.