SF Recruitment are working with a high-growth, innovative start up in Birmingham to recruit an Interim Embedded Software Engineer to oversee some crucial projects over coming year. We need someone who is highly intelligent, a leader, self starter and can communicate effectively and with their own initiative with the various stakeholders/development teams. Someone who is self motivated to do what is necessary to get the job done. Key Responsibilities - Lead firmware development for Debian-based embedded Linux systems, from architecture to deployment. - Design and maintain secure OTA pipelines using Mender, including rollback, recovery, and encryption at the device level. - Implement and manage device-side encryption, secure boot, and partition-level protection with recovery tools. - Develop manufacturing scripts to automate programming, validation, and hardware testing processes. - Optimise Linux performance - boot time, memory footprint, and system reliability. - Build and maintain connectivity stacks (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) ensuring robust and seamless user experiences. - Integrate with Azure IoT / Cloud for data, provisioning, and remote management. - Use Python to build automation tools, testing frameworks, and cloud deployment utilities. - Drive Git-based workflows, continuous integration, and release pipelines. - Communicate effectively with stakeholders - aligning firmware deliverables with product, software, and manufacturing priorities. - Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying bottlenecks, proposing solutions, and delivering improvements. - Leverage AI-assisted development tools (Codex, Cursor, Copilot) to boost productivity and maintain cutting-edge practices. Required Skills & Experience - 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware or embedded Linux development. - Deep understanding of Debian/Linux system architecture and optimisation. - Advanced proficiency in C++ and Python. - Proven experience with Mender for OTA management and recovery workflows. - Strong knowledge of device-side encryption, secure boot, and key handling mechanisms. - Hands-on experience with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi communication stacks. - Experience integrating with Azure Cloud (IoT Hub, Device Provisioning, or Edge). - Proficiency with Git, build automation, and CI/CD. - Experience developing manufacturing scripts for automated flashing and validation. - Familiarity with Qt/XML for embedded UI or configuration. - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset - able to work fluidly across teams.
05/12/2025
Seasonal
SF Recruitment are working with a high-growth, innovative start up in Birmingham to recruit an Interim Embedded Software Engineer to oversee some crucial projects over coming year. We need someone who is highly intelligent, a leader, self starter and can communicate effectively and with their own initiative with the various stakeholders/development teams. Someone who is self motivated to do what is necessary to get the job done. Key Responsibilities - Lead firmware development for Debian-based embedded Linux systems, from architecture to deployment. - Design and maintain secure OTA pipelines using Mender, including rollback, recovery, and encryption at the device level. - Implement and manage device-side encryption, secure boot, and partition-level protection with recovery tools. - Develop manufacturing scripts to automate programming, validation, and hardware testing processes. - Optimise Linux performance - boot time, memory footprint, and system reliability. - Build and maintain connectivity stacks (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) ensuring robust and seamless user experiences. - Integrate with Azure IoT / Cloud for data, provisioning, and remote management. - Use Python to build automation tools, testing frameworks, and cloud deployment utilities. - Drive Git-based workflows, continuous integration, and release pipelines. - Communicate effectively with stakeholders - aligning firmware deliverables with product, software, and manufacturing priorities. - Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying bottlenecks, proposing solutions, and delivering improvements. - Leverage AI-assisted development tools (Codex, Cursor, Copilot) to boost productivity and maintain cutting-edge practices. Required Skills & Experience - 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware or embedded Linux development. - Deep understanding of Debian/Linux system architecture and optimisation. - Advanced proficiency in C++ and Python. - Proven experience with Mender for OTA management and recovery workflows. - Strong knowledge of device-side encryption, secure boot, and key handling mechanisms. - Hands-on experience with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi communication stacks. - Experience integrating with Azure Cloud (IoT Hub, Device Provisioning, or Edge). - Proficiency with Git, build automation, and CI/CD. - Experience developing manufacturing scripts for automated flashing and validation. - Familiarity with Qt/XML for embedded UI or configuration. - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset - able to work fluidly across teams.
SF Recruitment are working with a high-growth, innovative start up in Birmingham to recruit an Interim Embedded Software Engineer to oversee some crucial projects over coming year. We need someone who is highly intelligent, a leader, self starter and can communicate effectively and with their own initiative with the various stakeholders/development teams. Someone who is self motivated to do what is necessary to get the job done. Key Responsibilities - Lead firmware development for Debian-based embedded Linux systems, from architecture to deployment. - Design and maintain secure OTA pipelines using Mender, including rollback, recovery, and encryption at the device level. - Implement and manage device-side encryption, secure boot, and partition-level protection with recovery tools. - Develop manufacturing scripts to automate programming, validation, and hardware testing processes. - Optimise Linux performance - boot time, memory footprint, and system reliability. - Build and maintain connectivity stacks (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) ensuring robust and seamless user experiences. - Integrate with Azure IoT / Cloud for data, provisioning, and remote management. - Use Python to build automation tools, testing frameworks, and cloud deployment utilities. - Drive Git-based workflows, continuous integration, and release pipelines. - Communicate effectively with stakeholders - aligning firmware deliverables with product, software, and manufacturing priorities. - Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying bottlenecks, proposing solutions, and delivering improvements. - Leverage AI-assisted development tools (Codex, Cursor, Copilot) to boost productivity and maintain cutting-edge practices. Required Skills & Experience - 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware or embedded Linux development. - Deep understanding of Debian/Linux system architecture and optimisation. - Advanced proficiency in C++ and Python. - Proven experience with Mender for OTA management and recovery workflows. - Strong knowledge of device-side encryption, secure boot, and key handling mechanisms. - Hands-on experience with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi communication stacks. - Experience integrating with Azure Cloud (IoT Hub, Device Provisioning, or Edge). - Proficiency with Git, build automation, and CI/CD. - Experience developing manufacturing scripts for automated flashing and validation. - Familiarity with Qt/XML for embedded UI or configuration. - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset - able to work fluidly across teams.
12/11/2025
Seasonal
SF Recruitment are working with a high-growth, innovative start up in Birmingham to recruit an Interim Embedded Software Engineer to oversee some crucial projects over coming year. We need someone who is highly intelligent, a leader, self starter and can communicate effectively and with their own initiative with the various stakeholders/development teams. Someone who is self motivated to do what is necessary to get the job done. Key Responsibilities - Lead firmware development for Debian-based embedded Linux systems, from architecture to deployment. - Design and maintain secure OTA pipelines using Mender, including rollback, recovery, and encryption at the device level. - Implement and manage device-side encryption, secure boot, and partition-level protection with recovery tools. - Develop manufacturing scripts to automate programming, validation, and hardware testing processes. - Optimise Linux performance - boot time, memory footprint, and system reliability. - Build and maintain connectivity stacks (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) ensuring robust and seamless user experiences. - Integrate with Azure IoT / Cloud for data, provisioning, and remote management. - Use Python to build automation tools, testing frameworks, and cloud deployment utilities. - Drive Git-based workflows, continuous integration, and release pipelines. - Communicate effectively with stakeholders - aligning firmware deliverables with product, software, and manufacturing priorities. - Demonstrate initiative by proactively identifying bottlenecks, proposing solutions, and delivering improvements. - Leverage AI-assisted development tools (Codex, Cursor, Copilot) to boost productivity and maintain cutting-edge practices. Required Skills & Experience - 5+ years of experience in embedded firmware or embedded Linux development. - Deep understanding of Debian/Linux system architecture and optimisation. - Advanced proficiency in C++ and Python. - Proven experience with Mender for OTA management and recovery workflows. - Strong knowledge of device-side encryption, secure boot, and key handling mechanisms. - Hands-on experience with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi communication stacks. - Experience integrating with Azure Cloud (IoT Hub, Device Provisioning, or Edge). - Proficiency with Git, build automation, and CI/CD. - Experience developing manufacturing scripts for automated flashing and validation. - Familiarity with Qt/XML for embedded UI or configuration. - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset - able to work fluidly across teams.
Graduate Software Engineer (c++/embedded) - Sheffield - £30,000 - £33,000
A Graduate Software Engineer is required to join a company that specialize in manufacturing and installing safety solutions & products into the Rail Industry.
They are looking to develop an aspiring and confident software developer by proving a well varied position with exposure to: software development, firmware development, testing, designing and even elements of electrical plc programming.
The role will have a focus on product development and continuous improvement of new and existing products. You will also work on bug fixing to ensure the safety critical products can continue to operate effectively.
Opportunity and Wider Features of the Role.
This is the perfect role for those aspiring to launch a career in software & firmware development. The company are looking to put time into developing you into a well rounded expert across multiple areas of software development. Joining a small team, you will get exposure to all areas of the business and its products. Other features of this role include:
Opportunity to work for a company who are committed to personal development and upskilling
Working in a Safety Critical environment and have real world impacts with your development.
Exposure to all areas of Software Development and the full SDLC.
Brand New Office
Essential experience
A relevant Degree in Software Engineering / Computer Science, Robotics etc
Strong communication skills (perhaps shown by previous part time jobs or personal projects/hobbies etc)
C++ Experience throughout University with personal projects/portfolios to back it up
Embedded C++ experience/understanding
A candidate who is clearly passionate for programming & software, shown by personal hobbies and wider projects
An understanding of embedded c would be advantageous
Salary
£30,000 - £33,000 per year
Location
Sheffield - (Predominantly site based)
How the apply: If you are interested in this role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Dan, (phone number removed),
Key Words: Software Engineer, Software Developer, Graduate, C++, Embedded C.
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.
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01/06/2025
Graduate Software Engineer (c++/embedded) - Sheffield - £30,000 - £33,000
A Graduate Software Engineer is required to join a company that specialize in manufacturing and installing safety solutions & products into the Rail Industry.
They are looking to develop an aspiring and confident software developer by proving a well varied position with exposure to: software development, firmware development, testing, designing and even elements of electrical plc programming.
The role will have a focus on product development and continuous improvement of new and existing products. You will also work on bug fixing to ensure the safety critical products can continue to operate effectively.
Opportunity and Wider Features of the Role.
This is the perfect role for those aspiring to launch a career in software & firmware development. The company are looking to put time into developing you into a well rounded expert across multiple areas of software development. Joining a small team, you will get exposure to all areas of the business and its products. Other features of this role include:
Opportunity to work for a company who are committed to personal development and upskilling
Working in a Safety Critical environment and have real world impacts with your development.
Exposure to all areas of Software Development and the full SDLC.
Brand New Office
Essential experience
A relevant Degree in Software Engineering / Computer Science, Robotics etc
Strong communication skills (perhaps shown by previous part time jobs or personal projects/hobbies etc)
C++ Experience throughout University with personal projects/portfolios to back it up
Embedded C++ experience/understanding
A candidate who is clearly passionate for programming & software, shown by personal hobbies and wider projects
An understanding of embedded c would be advantageous
Salary
£30,000 - £33,000 per year
Location
Sheffield - (Predominantly site based)
How the apply: If you are interested in this role, then please apply via this job board. For more information, please get in touch with the Dan, (phone number removed),
Key Words: Software Engineer, Software Developer, Graduate, C++, Embedded C.
About Ford & Stanley Group
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas – recruiting, developing and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom.
Ford & Stanley TalentWise – Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services – permanent and temporary.
Ford & Stanley Recruitment – Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract.
Ford & Stanley Executive Search – Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe.
Ford & Stanley Genius Performance – Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way.
Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy
