KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Location: Norwich, Norfolk Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Opportunity KO2's client, an innovative engineering company developing advanced systems, is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join its growing team in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity to play a leading role in the development of next-generation technologies, working on complex embedded software solutions. The successful candidate will take ownership of software architecture, development, integration, and validation activities while providing technical leadership within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Working closely with systems, controls, hardware, and test engineers, you will help deliver robust, high-quality software solutions and contribute to the future direction of cutting-edge products. Key Responsibilities Define, develop, and maintain robust software architectures aligned with system and product requirements. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers, promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement. Drive software development processes, tools, methodologies, and ASPICE-aligned practices. Manage the complete software development lifecycle, from requirements capture through implementation, verification, validation, and release. Plan and deliver software milestones, ensuring effective documentation, progress tracking, risk management, and change control. Develop high-quality embedded software using model-based design, auto-code generation, and manual coding techniques where appropriate. Support the development and optimisation of control algorithms to meet performance, safety, reliability, and quality objectives. Lead software integration activities across embedded hardware platforms and system architectures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to define interfaces, requirements, and integration strategies. Support prototype development, system integration, and validation activities including bench testing, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and dynamometer testing. Perform root cause analysis and contribute to effective problem resolution and corrective actions. Define and oversee software verification and validation strategies, ensuring full traceability between requirements, implementation, and testing. Conduct software design and code reviews, ensuring compliance with quality and coding standards. Champion continuous improvement in development tools, automated testing, continuous integration, configuration management, and software processes. Support compliance with relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Contribute to future product development and innovation within electric drive technologies. About You You will be an accomplished embedded software engineer with a strong background in real-time control systems and electrified powertrain technologies. You will enjoy solving complex technical challenges and have experience leading software development activities within multidisciplinary engineering environments. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience developing embedded software for electric drive systems and real-time control applications. Expertise in motor control algorithms, inverter control, DC-DC converter control, diagnostics, and embedded application software. Proven experience defining software architectures and leading software development projects. Strong knowledge of the complete software lifecycle, including requirements management, design, implementation, verification, validation, release, and configuration management. Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams while delivering high-quality software solutions. Knowledge of software verification and validation techniques, including unit testing, integration testing, HIL testing, and system-level validation. Excellent collaboration skills with systems, hardware, controls, and test engineering teams. Familiarity with industry standards and best practices including: ISO 26262 MISRA C ASPICE Functional Safety principles What's on Offer? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric drive and electrification technology. A key technical role with significant influence over product development and software strategy. Collaborative engineering environment with strong opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to contribute to innovative products that are helping shape the future of electrified systems. To find out more or apply for this opportunity, please contact KO2 Recruitment. JBRP1_UKTJ

Software Test Engineer - Contract - Python Test and Manual Testing Motherwell (3 days onsite per week) Up to 68 ph, Inside IR35 6 months initial, likely to extend KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions is recruiting a Software Test Engineer for a client developing a market leading medical device at their site in Motherwell. The role: This is a hands-on software testing position covering both Python test automation and manual testing. The ideal person can write automated tests in Python and is happy to carry out manual testing when automation isn't possible - including GUI testing directly on the device. However, if you are a pure Python test automation engineer, or a pure manual test engineer with embedded software or device testing experience, you will still be considered - the task work can be managed around your strengths. You'll be working in a regulated medical environment, so keeping good test records and working within a QMS will be part of day-to-day life. What you'll need: Strong software testing experience on embedded software or a physical device (e.g. mobile devices, smart meters, handheld/touchscreen products) Python test automation experience, manual testing experience, or ideally both Background in a safety-critical or regulated sector - medical, automotive, aerospace, defence, finance, or oil & gas Understanding of working within a QMS with good record-keeping Happy to be onsite in Motherwell 3 days per week (flexibility available on how these are arranged, e.g. week on/week off) Desirable: Medical device testing experience Some cybersecurity testing exposure Familiarity with test management tools such as Jama, Codebeamer, TestLink, HP ALM or DOORS The details: 6 month initial contract, with a strong likelihood of extension Up to 68 per hour, Inside IR35 One-stage interview. This can be arranged quickly If this software test role sounds like a fit, apply now.

Position: Embedded Software Team Leader Location: Rotherham Area Salary: Up to £70,000 We are currently seeking a passionate and dynamic Embedded Team Lead to join an exciting and innovative company in the Rotherham area. Our client develops and designs a range of electronic devices and software solutions that are used around the globe. Whether you're already an experienced Embedded Team Lead, Manager of a small team or looking for your next step up this could be the role for you. As an Embedded Team Lead, you'll have the opportunity to guide and mentor a talented group of embedded software engineers, each with their own area of expertise. This role requires a strong background in embedded software development along with the ability to lead and inspire a team. If you're passionate about embedded software and have experience working in a collaborative and forward-thinking team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The client is happy to consider experienced Embedded Team Leads or those looking to step into a leadership role. Don't miss out on the chance to elevate your career in this exciting sector! Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of embedded engineers, fostering growth, collaboration, and high performance. Develop and maintain embedded software, ensuring high-quality, reliable, and efficient code. Take ownership of complex embedded software projects, contributing to design, implementation, and debugging efforts. Provide guidance on the adoption of best practices for embedded software development, code reviews, and version control processes. Foster a collaborative and innovative environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Requirements: Proven experience in embedded software development Experience leading/managing a team or being the technical leader on multiple projects. An appreciate for what it takes to manager and complete projects meeting time, budget and technical objectives Strong C/C++ programming skills, with an ability to bridge the gap between embedded software and firmware. Familiarity with hardware communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, SPI, etc. Strong knowledge of embedded software development processes, including Agile methodologies, Scrum ceremonies, and the project lifecycle. Experience with IoT devices and applications is highly desirable. If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity as an Embedded Team Lead, where you can shape the future of embedded software development and lead a team of talented engineers, apply now! Take the next step in your career and help them develop cutting-edge solutions that impact high-tech industries and safety-critical applications. JBRP1_UKTJ

Embedded Software Engineer Trowbridge, Wiltshire (Hybrid) Up to 56,000 DOE Our client, a well-established name in the automotive sector, is looking for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join their growing engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge embedded platforms within a business that offers genuine flexibility, technical challenge, and room to grow. The Role You'll be involved in the design, development, and delivery of embedded software for automotive applications, working across the full development lifecycle from concept through to production. You'll collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and test engineering teams to deliver robust, reliable embedded solutions. Key Responsibilities Design and develop embedded software using C/C++ for automotive platforms Work with FreeRTOS to build and maintain real-time embedded applications Develop and support embedded Linux-based systems Debug and optimize firmware across the full development lifecycle Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware, systems, and test engineering Contribute to code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement of development practices Key Skills & Experience Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems development Hands-on experience with FreeRTOS Experience working with embedded Linux Solid understanding of embedded systems development tools and methodologies Automotive industry experience is highly desirable Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team Desirable Skills Yocto Project experience Docker / containerization experience What's on Offer Salary up to 56,000, depending on experience Hybrid working - flexibility to work from home The opportunity to work on innovative automotive embedded technology A collaborative, technically strong engineering environment If you're an embedded software engineer with automotive experience and are looking for your next challenge in a role that offers real flexibility, r we'd love to hear from you.

Product Cybersecurity & Firmware Engineer Nottingham area (Hybrid WFH) 60,000 - 70,000 KO2 is working with a well-established, global manufacturer of high-tech electronic products to appoint a Senior Product Cybersecurity & Firmware Engineer. This hands-on, senior role embeds cybersecurity and secure networking capability across a leading-edge product portfolio, sitting at the intersection of embedded engineering and product compliance. The Role You'll lead cybersecurity assessment and remediation while directly contributing to the design, development, and validation of secure, network-connected product features - working closely with firmware, hardware, test, compliance, and quality teams to keep products ahead of evolving regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead cybersecurity assessments: identifying risks, vulnerabilities, and remediations Design and implement secure, network-connected product functionality, including HTTPS/TLS and RFC-based networking Write, review, and maintain production code for cybersecurity and network features Support compliance with the Cyber Resilience Act, EN18031, and IEC 62443, including technical documentation Investigate and resolve vulnerabilities; support patching and secure update strategies (Desired) Provide technical leadership and best-practice guidance across engineering teams What We're Looking For Essential: 5+ years' embedded software/systems engineering, including production code delivery, in a relevant wireless or high-tech industry Experience with network-connected products and protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP/S) Hands-on secure communications/cybersecurity feature implementation Embedded C or C++ 11/14 RTOS experience (ThreadX, Azure RTOS, or FreeRTOS) Bare-metal development and low-level driver experience Familiarity with cybersecurity standards/frameworks (e.g. IEC 62443) Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and communication skills Desirable: Awareness of the Cyber Resilience Act and connected-product regulations Experience supporting compliance, certification, or customer cybersecurity requests ARM Cortex-M / STM32 experience Exposure to SPI, I2C, I2S, UART, DMA Hardware test and debug experience Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience. Package: 60,000- 70,000 DOE 37.5 hrs/week Hybrid Well-resourced team delivering a genuinely leading-edge development programme. Get in touch with KO2 today with an up to date CV for a confidential conversation.

Embedded Software Engineer Location: Ealing area Salary: Up to 65,000 + Extensive benefits The Role KO2's client is seeking a talented Embedded Software Engineer to help deliver robust, high-quality embedded software for existing and future electric products. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the full product lifecycle-from early prototype development through to production and manufacturing. Key Responsibilities Develop high-quality embedded software that is efficient, maintainable, and scalable Work collaboratively with hardware engineers to support board bring-up, debugging, and system validation Design, implement, test, and support embedded software for internally developed electric systems Investigate and resolve complex real-time challenges related to timing, performance, and signal integrity Play an active role in shaping software architecture, coding standards, and future platform direction About You Strong programming skills in C and C++ Hands-on experience with embedded communication protocols such as BLE, CAN, I2C, UART, or SPI Comfortable using version control systems, particularly Git A proactive problem-solver with a methodical approach to identifying root causes Demonstrated experience in embedded software development Familiar with the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through to testing Desirable Skills Experience with functional safety standards (ISO 13849 or ISO 26262) Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (e.g. Jenkins, Docker) Experience developing RTOS-based applications Familiarity with Python for tooling or automation Additional Requirements Full right to work in the UK without sponsorship Apply today with an up-to-date CV or contact KO2 Embedded Recruitment for more details.

Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer Location: Macclesfield (Onsite - 4 days/week) Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 + benefits We are seeking a well-rounded Electronics & Embedded Software Engineer to join a growing engineering team in Macclesfield. This is a hands-on role offering full lifecycle ownership-from concept and hardware design through to firmware development and signal processing. The Role This position is approximately a 50/50 split between electronics design and embedded software/firmware development, depending on project phase. You will be responsible for: Designing complex, multi-layer PCBs Developing embedded firmware for data acquisition and processing Working across the full product lifecycle-from blank sheet design to finished implementation Handling high-speed, multi-channel data acquisition systems Implementing efficient, real-time signal processing solutions Essential Skills & Experience A strong foundation in both electronics and embedded systems is required, but Digital Signal Processing (DSP) experience is essential. Specifically, you should have: Practical experience implementing DSP techniques in embedded systems (hardware and/or firmware) Understanding of filtering concepts, including IIR and FIR filters Knowledge of decimation chains and signal conditioning Experience working with high data rates (e.g. tens of kS/s across multiple channels) Ability to optimise processing to avoid CPU bottlenecks In addition, you should be comfortable: Taking ownership of complete engineering solutions independently Working in a small team environment rather than a highly segmented large organisation Making sound engineering judgements across both hardware and software domains Working Environment Onsite collaboration is key - this role requires 4 days per week in the office (Monday-Thursday) Fridays are a relaxed half-day (8:00-12:30), with flexibility to work from home or in the office About You You'll be a proactive, self-sufficient engineer who enjoys owning projects end-to-end. This role suits someone who thrives in a collaborative, onsite environment and wants to make a meaningful technical impact over the long term.

Software Engineer - C++, C and/or C# Location: Manchester + Hybrid Working From Home Salary: Up to 57,000 DOE + Benefits The Opportunity KO2's client is seeking a Software Engineer to join their established engineering team based in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a software developer who enjoys solving technical challenges, working within a collaborative environment, and continuously developing their skills. The role is particularly suited to engineers who have experience developing software for real-world products, embedded systems, or environments where performance, efficiency, and resource management are important considerations. KO2's client has a proven track record of supporting engineers from a range of technical backgrounds and helping them develop new skills whilst working on innovative products. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software solutions. Develop software that forms part of real-world products and systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to deliver reliable and efficient solutions. Participate in code reviews and contribute to software architecture and design discussions. Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues. Support continuous improvement of development processes and engineering best practices. What KO2's Client Is Looking For Essential Commercial experience in object-oriented software development. Strong understanding of software engineering principles and development practices. Experience with programming language such as C#, C, C++ Microsoft Visual Studio & git version control. Experience working on software that interacts with hardware, physical products, industrial systems, or embedded platforms, or a genuine interest in moving into this type of environment . Understanding of performance optimisation, efficient memory usage, or development within resource-constrained environments. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team. Desirable Experience with embedded software development. Experience working within memory-constrained or performance-critical systems. Experience with C# and .NET technologies. Fieldbus, industrial Ethernet protocols, MQTT Knowledge of modern software development methodologies. Exposure to electronics, industrial automation, instrumentation, IoT, or other product-development environments. The Person KO2's client values attitude, curiosity, and a willingness to learn just as highly as technical capability. They are open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including embedded systems, industrial software, games development, and other engineering disciplines. The ideal candidate will enjoy understanding how software interacts with real products and systems and will be motivated by solving complex technical problems. They will be someone who embraces learning opportunities and can grow within a supportive engineering team. What's On Offer Hybrid working, combining home working with time in the Manchester office. A supportive and collaborative engineering environment. Exposure to technically challenging projects and real-world products. Competitive salary and benefits package. Ongoing mentoring and professional development opportunities. Long-term career progression within a growing business. Apply If you're a Software Engineer with experience of, or an interest in, embedded systems, real-world products, or resource-constrained environments, and you're looking for a role where your potential is valued as highly as your current experience, KO2's client would be keen to hear from you.

Senior Embedded Software Engineer Location: Norwich, Norfolk Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Opportunity KO2's client, an innovative engineering company developing advanced systems, is seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join its growing team in Norwich. This is an excellent opportunity to play a leading role in the development of next-generation technologies, working on complex embedded software solutions. The successful candidate will take ownership of software architecture, development, integration, and validation activities while providing technical leadership within a multidisciplinary engineering environment. Working closely with systems, controls, hardware, and test engineers, you will help deliver robust, high-quality software solutions and contribute to the future direction of cutting-edge products. Key Responsibilities Define, develop, and maintain robust software architectures aligned with system and product requirements. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software engineers, promoting engineering excellence and continuous improvement. Drive software development processes, tools, methodologies, and ASPICE-aligned practices. Manage the complete software development lifecycle, from requirements capture through implementation, verification, validation, and release. Plan and deliver software milestones, ensuring effective documentation, progress tracking, risk management, and change control. Develop high-quality embedded software using model-based design, auto-code generation, and manual coding techniques where appropriate. Support the development and optimisation of control algorithms to meet performance, safety, reliability, and quality objectives. Lead software integration activities across embedded hardware platforms and system architectures. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to define interfaces, requirements, and integration strategies. Support prototype development, system integration, and validation activities including bench testing, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and dynamometer testing. Perform root cause analysis and contribute to effective problem resolution and corrective actions. Define and oversee software verification and validation strategies, ensuring full traceability between requirements, implementation, and testing. Conduct software design and code reviews, ensuring compliance with quality and coding standards. Champion continuous improvement in development tools, automated testing, continuous integration, configuration management, and software processes. Support compliance with relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Contribute to future product development and innovation within electric drive technologies. About You You will be an accomplished embedded software engineer with a strong background in real-time control systems and electrified powertrain technologies. You will enjoy solving complex technical challenges and have experience leading software development activities within multidisciplinary engineering environments. Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience developing embedded software for electric drive systems and real-time control applications. Expertise in motor control algorithms, inverter control, DC-DC converter control, diagnostics, and embedded application software. Proven experience defining software architectures and leading software development projects. Strong knowledge of the complete software lifecycle, including requirements management, design, implementation, verification, validation, release, and configuration management. Experience leading and mentoring engineering teams while delivering high-quality software solutions. Knowledge of software verification and validation techniques, including unit testing, integration testing, HIL testing, and system-level validation. Excellent collaboration skills with systems, hardware, controls, and test engineering teams. Familiarity with industry standards and best practices including: ISO 26262 MISRA C ASPICE Functional Safety principles What's on Offer? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric drive and electrification technology. A key technical role with significant influence over product development and software strategy. Collaborative engineering environment with strong opportunities for career progression. Competitive salary and benefits package. The chance to contribute to innovative products that are helping shape the future of electrified systems. To find out more or apply for this opportunity, please contact KO2 Recruitment.

Lead Embedded Software Engineer Location: Ealing Area - With Hybrid Working from Home Salary: Up to 80,000 + Extensive Benefits The Role KO2's client is looking for a Lead Embedded Software Engineer to drive the development of robust, scalable embedded software solutions for next-generation electric products. This role combines hands-on technical delivery with small-team leadership, offering the opportunity to influence architecture, mentor engineers, and shape the future direction of embedded platforms. You will play a key role across the full product lifecycle - from early-stage prototyping and system design through to production, manufacturing, and long-term product support - while helping build engineering best practices and delivery capability within the team. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and development of high-quality embedded software that is efficient, maintainable, scalable, and production-ready Provide technical leadership to a small embedded software team, supporting task planning, technical direction, mentoring, and code reviews Collaborate closely with hardware, systems, and manufacturing teams to support board bring-up, debugging, integration, and system validation Own key architectural decisions, helping define software frameworks, coding standards, development processes, and long-term platform strategy Design, implement, test, and maintain embedded software for internally developed electric systems and connected devices Investigate and resolve complex real-time issues relating to timing, performance, reliability, and signal integrity Support continuous improvement initiatives across tooling, automation, testing, and development workflows Contribute to project planning, technical estimation, risk management, and delivery milestones Champion engineering best practices including documentation, version control, CI/CD, and software quality standards About You Strong commercial experience developing embedded software in C and C++ Proven experience leading or mentoring engineers within a small technical team or project environment Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and full software development lifecycle practices Experience developing RTOS-based applications Hands-on experience with embedded communication protocols such as BLE, CAN, I2C, UART, or SPI Comfortable working across hardware/software boundaries, including debugging and system integration Experience using version control systems, particularly Git, within collaborative development environments A proactive technical problem-solver with strong analytical and root-cause investigation skills Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Skills Exposure to functional safety standards such as ISO 13849 or ISO 26262 Experience with CI/CD pipelines and modern development tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Docker) Familiarity with Python for automation, tooling, or test development Experience contributing to technical roadmaps, architectural strategy, or platform standardisatioN Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity for a senior embedded engineer ready to step into a lead role - or an existing lead engineer looking for greater technical ownership and influence within an innovative engineering environment developing advanced electric products. Apply today with an up-to-date CV

Electronic Software Engineer Ulverston, Lake District Up to £50,000 We're working with a growing engineering team based in the Swarthmoor area who are looking to add a talented Electronic Software Engineer to their business. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the full product lifecycle, contributing to the design and development of innovative electronic solutions from concept through to production. The role will suit someone with a background in both electronics and low-level embedded software/firmware development. If you enjoy designing products from scratch, collaborating within a team environment, and solving complex engineering challenges, this could be a great fit. Key Skills & Experience: Multilayer PCB design Analogue and digital circuit design Embedded C development for microcontrollers Communication protocols (RS232, RS485, SPI, I2C) Experience with ARM, AVR or Microchip PIC developmenT Desirable: Altium Designer FPGA design You'll be joining a well-established, multidisciplinary engineering team, working across a variety of projects-from brand-new product development to enhancing existing systems and bespoke solutions. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Laurence Powell at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions. JBRP1_UKTJ

Software Solutions Architect - Autonomous & Robotic Systems 80,000 + Bonus (OTE 100,000+) Newcastle upon Tyne, Hybrid 3/2, Relocation Package Available KO2's client is one of the world's leading providers of counter-mine and combat engineering systems, supplying complex autonomous and remote-controlled equipment to military end users globally. With a 3m R&D investment programme underway and an ambitious roadmap to become the world number one for Autonomous Combat Engineering Systems, this is a rare opportunity to join at the architectural heart of that journey. If this role is not for you but you know someone it would suit, please refer them to KO2 and we will ensure you receive an exceptional incentive for anyone you refer for any role. The Role This is a senior, architecture-level position within the R&D function, reporting to the Head of R&D. You will not be the primary coder. You will be the person who designs and governs the software architecture and CI/CD process that the engineering team builds within. You will own the framework that ensures software developed across robotics payloads, vehicle automation, computer vision, sensor integration, digital twins and simulation is scalable, maintainable, compliant and defensible to safety-critical standards. Critically, this is an R&D environment. You will need the pragmatism to allow a first-off prototype to move forward on the right evidential path without demanding full compliance upfront, while ensuring the architecture and process in place can scale to full qualification when required. What You Will Be Responsible For Defining and implementing end-to-end software architecture and CI/CD pipelines for remote and autonomous systems. Establishing unit testing, verification and validation processes, and building the body of evidence required to satisfy defence safety-critical standards. Integrating software architecture across control systems, computer vision, sensor fusion, simulation and digital twin platforms. Supporting final system integration, commissioning and real-world field trials with global military end users. Skills and Experience Required You will have a strong background in software architecture design and implementation for safety-critical or compliance-driven systems. Hands-on experience with C/C++ and Python in Linux real-time environments is essential, as is the ability to read electrical schematics and work across hardware and software boundaries. Experience implementing CI/CD processes for safety-critical software is required. Familiarity with ROS/ROS2 is advantageous, and experience with machine learning, OpenCV or CODESYS/PLC environments is beneficial. A background in automotive safety systems, defence, robotics or autonomous vehicle development would be highly relevant. Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent to a 2:1 minimum. The Package Basic salary of 80,000, with an annual bonus scheme that realistically returns 30% in a solid year, taking total cash comfortably into six figures, with a maximum potential of 40%. An 8% matched pension, free breakfast and lunch in the on-site canteen daily, and a 35 hour working week with Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday on-site, Monday and Friday from home, and a half day finish on Fridays. A 5,000 relocation allowance is available for the right candidate. Security clearance is required and will be company supported. If you are an experienced Software Architect who has governed CI/CD and safety-critical software processes in a complex engineering environment and want to shape something from the ground up in a high-growth defence technology business, we would like to hear from you. Contact KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions in confidence, specialists in electronics and embedded engineering.

Position: Embedded Software Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: Up to 45,000 + benefits An exciting new position has now been created for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our growing start up client's team, working out of their brand-new offices in the South Manchester area. Our client is working towards the 2nd generation of their cutting-edge medical device and are looking to expand their engineering team. They are seeking an embedded software engineer with previous medical devices and medical standards (IEC62304) experience who will play a pivotal role in the engineering team. Key Skills and Experience Required: Embedded C programming STM32 Microcontrollers Medical device and medical standards experience - IEC62304 ideally Degree qualified - Computer Science or similar In this role you will be responsible for the development of firmware and related software for the next and future generations of their devices, you will report directly to the Technical Director and can expect to work closely with other engineers (mechanical, electronics and test). In this role you can expect plenty of variety in your daily tasks, the autonomy to manage your own workload and can expect your core responsibilities to include: The design and development of firmware on SMT32 microcontrollers The design and development of software for embedded controls and firmware interfaces Writing embedded level software in C System integration and integration testing Conducting unit testing and participating in software validation processes Producing accurate and detailed documentation This role will best suit a graduate qualified Embedded Software Engineer with a few years industry experience who is keen to join an exciting startup. You will have the chance to work with passionate engineers towards the development of a state-of-the-art medical device that will make a positive impact in people's lives around the globe. Desirable Skills and Experience: C++, Python or C# Azure, Aws or Google Cloud interfacing GitHub or TFS Apply today for this fantastic Embedded Software Engineer opportunity with an up-to-date CV or contact Laurence Powell at KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions for more details.

Embedded Software Engineer - Motor Drives Location: Worthing Salary: Up to 75,000 Working Arrangement: Hybrid - Typically 3 days onsite, 2 days remote Are you an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with a passion for real-time systems, motor control, and power electronics? We are seeking a talented engineer to join a growing team developing advanced motor drive technology used across a wide range of innovative applications. This is a hands-on engineering role where you will work at the forefront of embedded software development, collaborating closely with electronics, systems, and R&D engineers to create high-performance control solutions for real-world products. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will play a key role in the design, development, and optimisation of embedded software for sophisticated motor drive and control systems. You will be involved throughout the full product lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping through to testing, validation, and release. Key Responsibilities Develop embedded software for motor drive and motor control applications Design and implement real-time control algorithms and low-level firmware Work closely with hardware, systems, and R&D teams on multidisciplinary projects Support the development, testing, and optimisation of power electronics systems Contribute to product development from concept through to production release Troubleshoot and resolve complex software and hardware integration challenges About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Strong experience developing embedded software in C Experience working with STM32 microcontrollers Knowledge of motor control systems, motor drives, or related technologies Understanding of power electronics and real-time embedded systems Experience working close to hardware, including debugging and testing Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work within a collaborative engineering environment What's on Offer? Salary up to 75,000 Hybrid working model with flexibility around project requirements Opportunity to work on technically challenging and innovative products Collaborative engineering culture with exposure to cutting-edge development Involvement in the full product development lifecycle A chance to make a tangible impact on advanced motor control technologies If you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and want to be part of a company focused on innovation, technical excellence, and high-quality product development, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this exciting opportunity.

Role: Senior Linux Engineer Location: Fully Remote - Must be UK based Type: Full-time Salary: Up to 65,000 + Benefits Are you a Linux expert ready to take your skills to the next level in a fully remote, technically advanced environment? We are looking for a Senior Linux Engineer to join a leading Linux services and support consultancy, helping clients across sectors build, scale, and secure mission-critical systems. In this role the successful Senior Linux Engineer will be responsible for designing, deploying, and troubleshooting robust Linux-based environments-often in complex or high-availability configurations, whilst also providing consultancy-level support and expertise to a wide range of organisations As a key part of a highly skilled technical team, you'll deliver Linux infrastructure solutions and support for a diverse range of clients. Expect to work with: Linux distributions: Debian, Ubuntu, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Web stacks: Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PHP, Python Networking: Static/dynamic routing, DNS, VPNs, and firewalls Containers & automation: Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Infrastructure: High-availability clusters, Pacemaker, filesystem replication, hybrid cloud environments, remote desktops Internal tools: Request Tracker (RT), MediaWiki, Icinga, and other custom utilities Skills and Experience Required: Proven experience in Linux system administration and automation Strong background in web and database technologies in production environments Solid understanding of networking concepts and security best practices Practical experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with one or more cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Confidence in diagnosing and solving infrastructure problems Ability to communicate technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences Experience mentoring or teaching junior engineers Previous consultancy or client-facing experience is a plus, but not essential Why Apply? Fully remote - work from anywhere in the UK Work for a dedicated Linux consultancy where open-source and engineering excellence are core values Exposure to a wide range of industries and technical challenges A team culture that supports continuous learning and deep technical development Opportunities for training, certification, and technical leadership Competitive salary and benefits If you're looking for a role where your Linux expertise makes a real difference and where no two projects are the same, apply today with an up to date CV. Our client is unable to sponsor Visa candidates for this role and a background check will be part of the interview process.