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Help shape the next generation of intelligent LED cabin lighting for commercial aviation. This is a hands-on role building robust, Real Time Embedded software from the ground up, from architecture and algorithms through to implementation, verification, and delivery for safety-critical use. What you'll do? Own the architecture & design: Define software structure, interfaces, and interactions with hardware and other systems; produce design docs and lead peer reviews. Build from first principles: Develop bare-metal/RTOS firmware in C for microcontrollers and programmable logic devices. Low-level development: Write drivers and Real Time control software; interface with peripherals (eg, temperature sensors, I²C, SPI, UART, CAN). Platform fundamentals: Develop and maintain bootloaders, secure update mechanisms, and modular, object-oriented components where appropriate. Hands-on debug: Triage HW/SW interactions using oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analysers; comfortable doing fine soldering/rework as needed. Verification & documentation: Deliver fully documented designs, implementation plans, and contribute across unit, integration, and system testing. Technical leadership: Mentor a graduate software engineer and set engineering standards within the team. What you'll bring? Essential ? Significant experience (ideally 10-15 years ) in Embedded software/firmware for Real Time or bare-metal systems. Expert-level C for low-level Embedded development; strong Microprocessor/Microcontroller architecture knowledge. Proven delivery of drivers, peripheral bring-up, and hardware integration. Lab confidence: oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analysers; comfortable with board-level investigation and occasional soldering. Version control ( Git ) and Agile practices. Clear, methodical documentation and the ability to own solutions end-to-end. Strong communication and the autonomy to hit the ground running. Desirable? Safety-critical/high-integrity experience (eg DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508 ). FPGA or other low-level hardware programming exposure. CI/CD and automated test familiarity. Working arrangement? Onboarding: Expect to be on-site 4 days/week for the first 2-3 months to immerse in the lab, hardware, and product context. Thereafter: Hybrid pattern of 3 days a week with ongoing lab collaboration as projects require. Benefits? 25 days annual leave (plus bank holiday) Company-wide Christmas shutdown (allocated from leave allowance) 5% employer pension contribution Annual bonus scheme based on company and individual performance 37.5-hour work week Early finish Fridays 1pm every week Free annual eye test Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential support If you thrive on low-level C, enjoy architecting clean solutions, and like rolling up your sleeves in the lab we'd love to hear from you! Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Help shape the next generation of intelligent LED cabin lighting for commercial aviation. This is a hands-on role building robust, Real Time Embedded software from the ground up, from architecture and algorithms through to implementation, verification, and delivery for safety-critical use. What you'll do? Own the architecture & design: Define software structure, interfaces, and interactions with hardware and other systems; produce design docs and lead peer reviews. Build from first principles: Develop bare-metal/RTOS firmware in C for microcontrollers and programmable logic devices. Low-level development: Write drivers and Real Time control software; interface with peripherals (eg, temperature sensors, I²C, SPI, UART, CAN). Platform fundamentals: Develop and maintain bootloaders, secure update mechanisms, and modular, object-oriented components where appropriate. Hands-on debug: Triage HW/SW interactions using oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analysers; comfortable doing fine soldering/rework as needed. Verification & documentation: Deliver fully documented designs, implementation plans, and contribute across unit, integration, and system testing. Technical leadership: Mentor a graduate software engineer and set engineering standards within the team. What you'll bring? Essential Significant experience (ideally 10-15 years ) in Embedded software/firmware for Real Time or bare-metal systems. Expert-level C for low-level Embedded development; strong Microprocessor/Microcontroller architecture knowledge. Proven delivery of drivers, peripheral bring-up, and hardware integration. Lab confidence: oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analysers; comfortable with board-level investigation and occasional soldering. Version control ( Git ) and Agile practices. Clear, methodical documentation and the ability to own solutions end-to-end. Strong communication and the autonomy to hit the ground running. Desirable Safety-critical/high-integrity experience (eg DO-178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508 ). FPGA or other low-level hardware programming exposure. CI/CD and automated test familiarity. Working arrangement Onboarding: Expect to be on-site 4 days/week for the first 2-3 months to immerse in the lab, hardware, and product context. Thereafter: Hybrid pattern of 3 days a week with ongoing lab collaboration as projects require. Benefits 25 days annual leave (plus bank holiday) Company-wide Christmas shutdown (allocated from leave allowance) 5% employer pension contribution Annual bonus scheme based on company and individual performance 37.5-hour work week Early finish Fridays 1pm every week Free annual eye test Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential support If you thrive on low-level C, enjoy architecting clean solutions, and like rolling up your sleeves in the lab we'd love to hear from you! Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Senior Electronics Systems Engineer - Aerospace Salary - up to 81k plus package. Location - Lancaster, hybrid. Additional locations may be considered such as Brough or Bristol. Due to the nature of this role, to be considered, you must be eligible for DV clearance and hold a British passport. You are able to start on SC Clearance. Copello are working with a leading Defence business who are looking for someone to lead the design and development of advanced complex electronic hardware and FPGA-based systems within the Onboard Computing Systems Domain for major defence programmes. Apply your expertise in VHDL, Verilog, and hardware design to deliver innovative solutions that meet demanding safety, security, and performance standards. Skills and experience Degree or equivalent in a STEM discipline; HND/HNC considered. Strong experience in FPGA design, VHDL, Verilog, and complex electronic hardware. Proven background in hardware/software co-design, system integration, and validation in secure or safety-critical environments. Solid understanding of systems engineering, lifecycle management, and safety/security practices. Experience collaborating with international teams, suppliers, and stakeholders. Ability to lead technical projects, mentor junior engineers, and influence stakeholders effectively. Nice to Have Prior experience in avionics, IMA, or aircraft systems. Exposure to Simulink, MATLAB, or similar hardware/software modelling tools. Experience on high-security or international defence projects.

Overview An opportunity has arisen for an Associate Systems Architect to join a pioneering technology company developing next-generation communication systems. The role bridges RF engineering, embedded systems , and software-defined radio (SDR) , supporting the design and delivery of advanced, software-driven products for high-performance applications. Reporting to the product team , you'll play a key role in shaping system architectures, contributing to design specifications, and ensuring technical and commercial alignment across the product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Support the definition and evolution of system architectures spanning RF, digital, and embedded domains. Collaborate with engineering, design, and product teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. Assist in developing and documenting system-level architectures for SDR-based platforms and related technologies. Conduct research into emerging communications standards , software-defined architectures, and RF system innovations. Participate in system integration, simulation, and performance validation , including lab and field testing. Help maintain design quality, scalability, and interoperability across multiple hardware and software configurations. Contribute to roadmap planning, feature prioritisation, and technical risk analysis. Produce clear, structured technical documentation to support design reviews and compliance processes. Experience and Qualifications Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline . Experience or strong interest in Software Defined Radio (SDR) systems or related technologies. Understanding of RF principles , signal processing, and communication protocols. Working knowledge of Python, C/C++ , or other relevant programming environments. Familiarity with FPGA-based or embedded development is desirable. Understanding of product development processes and agile methodologies . Analytical thinker with the ability to bridge technical detail and system-level design. Strong communication and collaboration skills within cross-functional engineering teams.

Important: Due to the level of security clearance required, all applicants must be eligible to obtain UKEYES ONLY clearance and therefore be a Sole UK National. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain DV level security clearance. Working: This role is full time office based with possible flexible working hours and potential for a compressed working week. Overview This is an open opportunity for Software Engineers at all levels We're actively hiring across a range of projects and teams, so whether you're looking to grow your skills or lead technical strategy, we want to hear from you. As a Software Engineer, you'll be working in a small multi-disciplined engineering team develop innovative solutions to complex customer problems ranging from early research to full product development. Work flexibly across a range of frameworks and coding languages to deliver rapid prototypes and demonstrators. Take these concepts into more mature solutions, leading to a full product release. Main responsibilities: Work across the development lifecycle to design, implement and test solutions to customer problems. Develop software targeting a range of areas from bare-metal MCU, signal processing, Embedded Linux, GUI development on Windows, Linux and mobile; data analytics using Jupyter notebooks. Program in a range of languages appropriate to the solution ranging from Rust, C/C++ to Python and Web Development frameworks. Work / interact with FPGAs, electronic design and mechanical design. Work closely with team-members in an agile fashion achieving a balanced approach to requirement, schedule and cost. Generate appropriate documentation from requirements, design and testing material to support developments. Manage security of information as defined in the Security manual to ensure compliance with Government regulations. Experience needed: Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Experience of at least one of the following; Embedded Linux application, kernel and/or driver development. C / C++ or Rust Experience of best practice software development processes/lifecycles Experience of Object Oriented Design and Design Patterns Experience of software testing and design for test Desirable: Experience in the Defence / Aerospace or safety regulated environment would be advantageous. GUI development frameworks such as eGUI, GTK. Tauri. Yocto, Petalinux and uBoot. Python, Jupyter Notebooks or Matlab. Web Development languages (HTML, Javascript, Typescript, React). IOS/Android development. Communications protocols - TCP, QUIC, WiFi. GNU Radio and Software Defined Radios. FPGAs and Exposure to Hardware UML design and tools such as Enterprise Architect. If you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to reach out an apply. Company Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Annual Bonus Clearance bonus Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday with the option to buy an extra 5 Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Company Details: Want to Join a business who's capabilities address the highest classification levels of High Grade and Type 1 National Security, across a growing and thriving sector? The company not only produce products which are used in some of the most challenging environments in the world but have a number of awards under their belt! A reputable business who, have a number of awards, most recently been named as an Award winner (Gold Award) in MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme! Brand new site for 2023! Onsite Caf , Free parking, Table Tennis and more! Full range of company benefits, flexible working, training, development and clear career progression! For full information, please get in touch

This is a unique opportunity to work on advanced test equipment for missile and missile sub systems. As a Test Equipment Architect, you'll play a crucial role in the development of high-quality test systems that are essential for the success of our products. Job Title: Test Equipment Architect Salary: Circa £60,000 dependent on experience Location: Stevenage Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Test Equipment Architect specialising in the System Design of Test Equipment (TE) for missile and missile sub systems, plus occasionally missile or weapon system simulators. The role is intended for applicants who have extensive experience of working with, and developing Test Systems. Working within the established TE Architecture team, you'll be advising the customer; providing guidance on the Test Equipment Requirements; disseminating the requirement into a system design (by producing an Architecture Design Document) and working to ensure the developed test system meets its system requirements. You should be able to act as an authority on test equipment aspects to the design teams and the project. You will also have the opportunity to get involved with continuous improvement activities and the development of new technologies through the IRAD process, and potentially influence our Test Equipment product line (ATENA). What we're looking for from you: Experience of Test Equipment Design, obtained over multiple projects Knowledge of Test Equipment Software, or software techniques and methods Knowledge of Systems Engineering approaches, ability to spot poor requirements Knowledge of Design For Test aspects, and able to guide and inform the Test Architects/IVLs General knowledge of, and preferably a specialism in one area of the following: Metrology, RF, Digital or Analogue Design, Power electronics, computing, Cyber or FPGA design. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title: Senior FPGA Design Engineer Location: Southampton area (hybrid / remote options available) Employment Type: Permanent, full-time Visa sponsorship:Not available (UK work rights required) Client Snapshot We are working with an innovative technology company based near Southampton, developing next-generation 5G baseband solutions for satellite communications. Their technology is redefining the future of global connectivity, enabling complete coverage through space-based deployment of advanced 5G base stations. The team specialises in hardware-accelerated digital signal processing, achieving world-leading levels of power efficiency and performance. Youll be part of a group delivering high-impact solutions for the telecommunications and space sectors. What Youll Do As a Senior FPGA / Digital Hardware Design Engineer, you will: Work closely with algorithm engineers to translate requirements into efficient RTL architectures Design, implement, and verify complex FPGA and ASIC solutions Develop and deploy UVM-based testbenches for functional verification Validate and integrate your designs on the latest FPGA platforms Optimise timing, power, and area for high-throughput digital signal processing applications Contribute to architecture decisions, documentation, and technical reviews Collaborate across disciplines (design, verification, algorithms, implementation, system integration) Key Skills & Experience Essential: Expert knowledge of RTL (Verilog, SystemVerilog) for FPGA/ASIC products Strong track record delivering FPGA / ASIC digital designs Experience with synthesis, static timing analysis, power optimisation, and high-throughput design Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools (simulation, synthesis, timing closure) Ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams on integrated solutions Strong documentation skills (design specs, verification plans, user guides) Desirable: Knowledge of communications signal processing algorithms (e.g. error correction, equalisation, beamforming, channel estimation) Familiarity with AMBA bus protocols Practical experience with UVM verification methodologies C++ / SystemC experience for modelling and integration Scripting skills (Python, Tcl, Bash) for automation and flows Understanding of project methodologies (agile, waterfall, requirements traceability) Experience with AMD/Xilinx FPGAs and/or ASIC backend EDA flows What We Offer Competitive salary (market-aligned) Hybrid / remote working options (with some on-site work in Southampton as needed) Chance to work on cutting-edge 5G satellite communications technology Career development in FPGA, ASIC, and DSP implementation Collaborative environment working with top industry experts Exposure to full product lifecycle and the latest space-qualified devices Candidate Profile Were looking for candidates who are: Highly skilled in FPGA / ASIC digital design and verification Interested in telecoms, 5G, and satellite communications technology Motivated to solve challenging problems in signal processing and hardware acceleration Strong communicators who thrive in cross-disciplinary teams UK-based (or willing to relocate to the Southampton area) Legally eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship available) How to Apply / Next Steps If youre an experienced FPGA / hardware design engineer who wants to shape the future of satellite-enabled 5G communications, wed love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short note highlighting your FPGA / ASIC project experience. JBRP1_UKTJ

Plasma Control Engineer Abingdon OX14 3DB, UK Full-time Salary: £42,858 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) plus excellent benefits, including outstanding pension Division: Plasma Science and Fusion Operations Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Level 4 Department: Sensors and Control Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for ground breaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: - Outstandingdefined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert. - Corporatebonus scheme up to 7%and aRelocationallowance (if eligible). -Flexible working optionsincluding family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment. -Employee Assistance Programmeand trained Mental Health First Aiders. -Generous annual leaveallowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays. - Wide range ofcareer development opportunities. - A vibrantculturecommitted to equality and being fullyinclusive. What to expect in our recruitment process: For a step-by-step overview of how we hire from application to offer, please see ourRecruitment Processpage. Job Description The salary for this role is£42,858 (inclusive of a Specialist Allowance) plus excellent benefits, including outstanding pension. Onsite workingis expected for3 days a week, however, we actively consider requests for flexible working. This role is based at the following site:Culham, Oxfordshire. This role requires employees tocomplete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS),including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions and possibly a search of open source data. The Role Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference? Join our team and contribute to the future of fusion energy. As a Plasma Control Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development and operation of Plasma Control Systems (PCS) to ensure that experiments can be conducted on fusion devices. Primarily focused on MAST-U and STEP, the role will also support other tokamaks around the world. This role covers the full lifecycle of control systems development, from defining requirements and system specification to modelling, implementation, commissioning, operation, and eventual decommissioning. You will provide software support to maintain and develop tools and models to support plasma operations for national and international fusion programmes. You are also expected to contribute towards publications in technical journals and international conferences. Dependent on their knowledge, experience, and interest, the successful candidate will be encouraged to train for a role within the MAST-U control room, working with the operational team to configure and safely operate the MAST-U device to achieve experimental goals. Additional Responsibilities: - Contribute to the development, operation, and maintenance of software, tools and models for MAST-U Plasma Control System and for the STEP programme. This involves evaluation, testing and refining software as well as maintaining suitable documentation of both the physical hardware and software configuration of systems. - Collaborate with, and provide advice to, external organisations within the European Fusion community in the development of software related to plasma control and operations. - Undertake software and control system development for other (non-MAST-U) projects for internal and external customers. This involves working with scientists and engineers to understand project requirements, architect solutions and discuss potential areas for future collaboration. - Manage your own tasks over days or weeks with attention to quality, timescales and communication. Ensure progress reports are submitted to task managers/project leads on time. - Prepare and deliver technical presentations for internal and external forums. Qualifications Essential Requirements: - Degree in a scientific, engineering, or technical subject (e.g. Plasma Physics, Control Engineering, Robotics, Software Engineering). - Demonstrable experience of developing working, understandable software in at least one language used in scientific or engineering applications (particularly Python, C/C++, Fortran). - Knowledge and experience of real-time control systems. - Appetite and ability to learn and apply new technologies. - Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate well on projects. Desirable: - PhD or equivalent research experience working in an academic or industrial research environment. - Knowledge of plasma physics or fusion fundamentals. - Experience in Plasma Physics or experimental experience at a fusion research institution. - Knowledge and experience of developing FPGA solutions for real-time applications. Additional Information For a full list of benefits and to apply, select the apply button to be taken through to the UKAEA careers pages. UKAEA's mission is clean energy for all, and we welcome talented people from all backgrounds who want to help us achieve our mission. We are under-represented from some groups and so want to encourage applications in particular from women in STEM, people from Black British Caribbean and African backgrounds and from Pakistani and Bangladeshi British backgrounds. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) and Wellbeing and our EDI Networks actively promote Inclusion and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success. UK Atomic Energy Authority is committed to being accessible. Please contact us if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. Please note that vacancies are generally advertised for 4 weeks but may close earlier if we receive a large number of applications. JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you interested in developing your career as a high speed Digital and Hardware Electronics Design Lead using state-of-the-art MPSoC FPGAs and AI acceleration hardware? If so, MBDA has an exceptional opportunity for the right individual to join our team with a long term view to establishing their career as a technical lead and expert in their field. Salary: circa £58,000 to £65,000 Location: Stevenage or Bristol (we may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3-4 days per week on-site, due to workload classification. This could be less depending upon project requirements. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Long Term Career Path: Technical Lead, Specialist, Expert Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, gym, café and much more. The opportunity: This is an exceptional opportunity for the right individual who wants to consolidate their experience and expertise in high-speed complex digital electronics design with an ambition to become a technical lead and establishing themselves as a technical lead and expert in their field. As part of a large team of analogue and digital electronics design engineers, you will be responsible for the electronics design and development of high speed MPSoC FPGA and AI hardware solutions targeting SDR, radar signal processing and sensor fusion applications. As Hardware Lead, you will support the Technical Lead/Architect in collaboration with the systems, software, firmware, mechanical and production teams to specify elegant and optimised solutions that satisfy customer needs. Once the specification has been agreed, you will be responsible for the detailed design of the high speed digital aspects as well as leading all the other electronics design activity through the full product development lifecycle. What we're looking for from you: Solid experience in complex, high speed digital electronics design. Experience in MPSoC FGPA, DDR and Flash memory and high speed serial interconnect design Experience in SI and PI Analysis Proficiency in VHDL to support board level test and debug Proficiency in C, C++, or Python to support board level test and debug Familiarity with DSP concepts for SDR, radar signal processing and optical sensors Ability to develop elegant hardware architectures through detailed understanding and collaboration with systems, software, firmware, mechanical and production teams Strong academic background to support this intellectually demanding role Strong desire to drive collaboration and ensure successful delivery. Excellent ability to configure and document designs to a high professional standard. Please note: Some of our roles require an elevated level of security clearance. Candidates may be required to undertake DV (Developed Vetting) in order to successfully deliver the role. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title: SC Cleared Embedded Software Engineer Location: Remote with some travel to Malvern and Farnborough Duration: 6 months with likely extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Project Description & Role Summary: We are looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for developing software in a cutting edge radar system. You will be solving technically challenging problems and may work on a variety of activities and tasks, as part of a full scale system development lasting up to 1 year. You will work throughout the engineering lifecycle, applying rigorous engineering practices; analysing, designing, implementing, testing, supporting and maintaining solutions that solve the mission-critical problems of our customers. Responsibilities & Outputs: Working as part of a small embedded and application software engineering team, you will be reporting to the Project Technical Lead, responsible for system requirements development, architectural design, detailed design, implementation and verification of embedded C/C++ software. Responsible for designing and developing highly efficient and robust software. Responsible for the implementation, integration, debugging and formal verification activities. Responsible for timely and accurate communication of task status. Propose ideas and solutions to technical and project wide problems. Responsible for ensuring deliverables are on-time and are of production quality. Essential skills, knowledge, capabilities etc Degree in a computer science, engineering or maths subject or demonstrable equivalent experience At least 5 years' embedded C and C++ software development on Linux. Experience of working in a rigorous engineering environment using configuration management and change management processes and tools. Knowledge and experience of the specification, design and implementation of complex software solutions. Experience of source control using git. Experience of developing for embedded platforms, including interfacing to FPGAs over PCIe. Experience using software design, development environment and test tools such as Enterprise Architect, Visual Studio, etc. Exposure to software designs using UML. Excellent verbal and written technical English communications skills. Desirable skills, knowledge, capabilities etc Experience developing for Ubuntu or other Debian based distros. Skilled in other software languages and frameworks e.g. C#. Optimisation of hardware interfaces for software performance. Working on mixed software/FPGA systems. Working in an Agile development team. If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience

Hexwired are recruiting for an electronics design consultancy, based in Huntingdon now seeking a senior embedded systems engineer with a FPGA focus to join their small engineering team responsible for the development, verification and maintenance of a range of products. The company is expanding to meet the demands of their clients and are seeking a senior embedded systems engineer, ideally with knowledge of power electronics. This is a senior embedded systems engineer role mainly focussed on FPGA design using mainly VHDL or Verilog. Key skills: FPGA design using VHDL and/or Verilog Software development in C/C++ for embedded processors Circuit design, implementation, and bench level testing Strong teamwork and communication skills Experience of schematic capture and PCB layout in Altium (or similar) Experience of realtime control using MatLab Simulink The company are looking to offer 65k- 75K depending on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonusses. If your interested in this senior embedded systems engineer role, please apply.

A brilliant opportunity for a bright Graduate Applications Engineer to join a world-leading developer of electronics testing solutions. This role offers the chance to work at the cutting edge of test and debug technologies, supporting customers globally while also feeding into product development and support. You'll be joining a growing engineering team where you will quickly gain responsibility and exposure to a broad range of projects. Location: Cambridge, UK Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum + excellent benefits Requirements for Graduate Applications Engineer: Degree educated in Electronics Engineering, or closely related subject You should either have top academics (i.e. all As at A Level) or a proven history of embarking on lots of electronics projects as hobbies - we are looking for either ultra bright or passionate. A foundational understanding of FPGAs, embedded microprocessors, and device drivers Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to apply these to real customer challenges This role involves lots of customer interaction so you must have strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts concisely Awareness of electronics technologies and testing methodologies Self-motivated with the ability to manage time and priorities effectively Responsibilities of Graduate Applications Engineer: Understand customer requirements and develop tailored applications to solve them Deliver technical presentations, training, and demonstrations showcasing product features and benefits Collect customer feedback and feed into product development and support processes Collaborate with customers, sales teams, and colleagues across the business to ensure successful project delivery Get involved in a wide range of tasks beyond the job description to support the wider business What the role offers: The chance to work on cutting-edge technology with a world-leading company A supportive, friendly culture with excellent training and development opportunities Competitive salary and strong benefits package Applications: If you would like to apply for this unique Graduate Applications Engineer role, please send your CV via the relevant links. We're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments for your application or during the review process, please highlight this by separately emailing (if this email address has been removed by the job board, full contact details are readily available on our website).

Lead RTL Design Engineer - Space-Based 5G Communications Location: Southampton, UK (Hybrid) Package: Competitive base salary + equity + pension + private medical A well-funded, fast-growing deep-tech company is developing high-performance signal processing technology for deployment onboard satellites. They are looking to appoint a Lead FPGA Design Engineer to take a central role in shaping and delivering complex RTL designs for FPGA (and ASIC) targets. This is a senior, hands-on role where technical excellence and delivery ownership go hand in hand. The successful candidate will lead key projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive the development of optimised, production-ready IP for advanced Layer 1 systems. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-calibre team working at the forefront of next-generation satellite communications, with significant scope to influence both product direction and engineering methodology. What they're looking for: Extensive experience developing complex digital designs in Verilog or SystemVerilog Strong track record delivering high-throughput FPGA or ASIC IP, ideally in signal processing or comms applications Expertise in simulation, synthesis, timing optimisation, and lab-based validation Proficiency with industry-standard EDA tools and UVM-based verification Ability to lead projects, define architecture, and support junior engineers Comfortable collaborating across hardware, software, and systems disciplines Space or satellite comms experience is not essential-but curiosity and a builder's mindset are highly valued Why consider this opportunity? Join a collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment where your technical input has real impact Help build mission-critical technology powering global communications from space Take on a high-trust role with strong influence over architecture and engineering direction Enjoy a competitive salary, meaningful equity, and a supportive hybrid work setup Excellent benefits including private healthcare and pension Interested? Please apply with your CV or get in touch to arrange a confidential discussion.

Graduate Software Engineers 2025 & 2026 required. In this software design role you will be specifying, designing, developing and testing software for complex systems used for a wide variety of design and delivery applications. Beyond embedded software, there is a broad range of projects requiring skills across the full software development life cycle. You will be part of a multidisciplinary and supportive team as many of the systems you will be working on will include electronics, optics, fluids, robotics, and user-interface components, thus requiring an all-round engineering knowledge, attention to detail and good team-work skills. Graduate Software Engineers will have some of the following qualifications experience; M.Phil, MSc, MPhys, MRes, MA, BA, BSc in Software Engineering or Computer Science, or Electronic Engineering or physical sciences Knowledge of C, C++, Python, C#, Java, SQL- Full stack development Programming on Cross Platforms- Windows-Linux Embedded software /Firmware experience DSP- Algorithm development The following skills and experiences are advantageous, but not essential: Experience in Linux, python and C++ Knowledge of electronics and physical interactions with software FPGA/VHDL-Verilog Signal processing, data science or AI knowledge Experience working alongside hardware engineers Data Science/Data Processing Computer Vision/AI Quantum Computing As part of the Software and Electronics team, you will be working on ground-breaking projects that improve lives worldwide.

Hands-on FPGA, PCB and embedded software projects within a small, experienced team This Cambridge team are a dedicated engineering group and part of a larger organisation. Their remit is to work on bespoke projects relating to electronics and software for high voltage power applications. They are looking to recruit a Senior Hardware Engineer to join them. As part of this small, Cambridge team, you would provide hands-on expertise and technical experience in the development, verification and build of power electronics. You would work with colleagues in Germany on some projects and deliver innovative solutions. These projects will be best suited to an all-rounder Hardware Engineer someone comfortable with variety from high voltage layout for PCBs, to FPGA design using VHDL / Verilog and C/C++ for embedded software. Requirements: Demonstrable relevant experience with FPGAs (VHDL / Verilog) and writing software for embedded processors. Experience in power electronics control algorithms. Proficiency with PCB design used in power electronics. Experience with C / C++ embedded software. Additional experience with Python for automated tests or MATLAB for real time control would be desirable. Interested candidates are expected to be university graduates (ideally electronics or similar) and have experience working in a small engineering team on various project areas. Team leadership or management experience is not required. Please note that applicants on time-restricted visas or requiring company sponsorship will not be considered. This is an excellent opportunity to join this established team, work with like-minded engineers and gain experience of a wide range of projects. Due to the nature of the work, project work is typically onsite, but the company does try to accommodate and provide flexibility where possible. Another top job from ECM, the high-tech recruitment experts. Even if this job's not quite right, do contact us now - we may well have the ideal job for you. To discuss your requirements call ecm or email your CV. We will always ask before forwarding your CV. Please apply (quoting ref: CV27519 ) only if you are eligible to live and work in the UK. By submitting your details you certify that the information you provide is accurate.

Graduate Software Engineer £40k - £45k - Woking Hexwired Recruitment is recruiting for a rapidly expanding solutions provider based in Woking now seeking a Graduate Software Engineer to help deliver key projects for clients across a range of industries! You will be working as part of an experienced team to develop a range of bespoke products. The company are expanding to meet the demands of their clients and are seeking a Graduate Software Engineer ideally with experience working Signal processing algorithms. You will be working with some of the biggest companies in the world. This is a Graduate Software Engineer job focusing primarily on C/C++ development for security products. Key Skills: Masters or PhD in Maths, Physics, Computer Science or similar Good academic or commercial C/C++ experience Experience working on DSP s for algorithm design is highly desirable but not essential Ability to gain security clearance The company are looking to offer circa £45k along with an excellent benefits package, remote work and the chance to work on a diverse range of products. If you re interested in this Graduate Software Engineer job, please apply. For more information on this role, or any other jobs across; Embedded, C++ programming, Embedded Linux, Javascript, typescript, PCB, Hardware, Electronics, FPGA, Python, Golang Development, Machine Learning, Data Science or Simulation contact us today.

Job Title: Lead Hardware Engineer Location: Rochester, Kent Role Type: Permanent Salary: 60,000 - 65,000 per annum depending on experience Our client, an established electronics manufacturing firm in Rochester, require an experienced Lead Hardware Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team. Candidates would need to have lived & worked in the UK for 5+ years and be eligible for BPSS security clearance. What the role of the Lead Hardware Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Lead Hardware Engineer will include: Managerial and technical leadership of an electronics design team Work package management; cost, schedule, risk and opportunities Ensuring the engineering team is supporting the production program demand Providing technical governance and ensuring adherence to company processes Leading cost and performance trade-offs Control Account Management (CAM) What experience you need to be the successful Lead Hardware Engineer: Essential: Able to demonstrate high performance and achievement in leadership and management of engineering teams through a full product development lifecycle Proven experience / knowledge of cost and planning management tools/ optimising solutions and minimising impacts from dependencies/ product design and work package control Experience of design and identifying improvements to working practices and team skill development. Alongside root cause and target areas of improvement , focusing on failure reduction and MDBF Knowledge of supporting a production program Desirable: Experience of PLD / FPGA design Requirements management tools, such as DOORS Work-package management tools, such as MSP, JIRA This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Hardware Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Job Title: Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer Location: North Yorkshire (Hybrid Options Available) Salary: 45,000 - 60,000 + Benefits A leading UK manufacturer of intelligent measurement and monitoring equipment is seeking a skilled Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer to join its innovative product design and development team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of embedded systems design , creating cutting-edge solutions used across global industries. As a Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer , you will design, develop, and refine firmware and embedded software for precision instrumentation and smart devices. You'll collaborate closely with electronics, hardware, and product teams to bring ideas from prototype to production - ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability at every stage. Benefits for the role of Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer include: Competitive salary of 45,000 - 60,000 (DOE) Hybrid working options from the Scarborough HQ Pension scheme and private healthcare Ongoing professional development and training support Opportunity to influence full lifecycle product development Duties for the role of Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer include: Designing and developing embedded software and firmware from concept to release Programming ARM-based microcontrollers and FPGA systems (VHDL / Verilog) Implementing real-time systems and signal processing algorithms Collaborating with hardware engineers to integrate and optimise product performance Contributing to design documentation, testing, and validation processes Skills and experience required for the role of Firmware / Embedded Software Engineer: Proven experience in embedded C / C++ development and firmware design Strong knowledge of ARM Cortex processors and FPGA architecture Understanding of digital signal processing and system integration Experience with product design, test, or measurement systems advantageous Excellent problem-solving and communication skills If this role is of interest, or you are looking for other roles in Engineering or Product Development , please contact Aidan Morgan at Penguin Recruitment . There are many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Are you a driven and proficient Embedded Digital Design Engineer looking for an exceptional opportunity to showcase your problem-solving abilities and contribute to world-class engineering projects? As an Embedded Digital Design Engineer you'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects with our advanced technology. With involvement at all phases of the development cycle, you'll ultimately see the overall embedded system come to life! Job Title: Embedded Digital Design Engineer Salary: Circa £40,000-£60,000 depending on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: Where possible, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working. This role could be full time or part time in order to meet your needs. We are flexible and accommodating. Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments. Facilities: Fantastic site facilities, including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more. The opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an Embedded Digital Design Engineer to be involved in the development of our growing portfolio of complex embedded digital systems. The portfolio ranges from advanced DSP systems (e.g. Image Processing, Software Defined Radios), complex SoC systems, through to safety and security critical systems; using the latest embedded devices from all the major vendors (e.g. Xilinx, Intel, Texas Instruments, Analogue devices etc) There is great opportunity to be involved at all phases of the development cycle from initial embedded design (e.g. partitioning functions between Software and FPGA domains), through the design implementation phases, and finally to the on-target integration and test; ultimately seeing the overall embedded system come to life! The role is multi-disciplinary so you will have opportunity to develop a variety of skills ranging from, but not limited to, Embedded-System design, Software design, FPGA design and Hardware design, depending where you want to focus your technical development. The role can also offer technical and team lead opportunities, giving you the options to grow your career in a variety of both technical, and leadership directions. What we're looking for from you: People who want to work with exciting cutting edge technology, enjoy problem solving, and working as part of multi-disciplined teams to deliver complex solutions for our customers. Ideally educated to degree level (or equivalent qualification) with experience or knowledge in some of the following areas: Background in either Digital Hardware Design, FPGA Design (firmware), or Embedded Software Design. Embedded digital design and modelling skills (e.g. partitioning of functional elements between software and FPGA, and modellingnalysing key performance aspects of the resulting design) Integration and test of embedded systems onto hardware platforms Engineering is at heart of our business; and this role will give you an opportunity to both develop your core technical and leadership skills and gain a wider experience of complex systems. You will be working alongside a multidiscipline engineering team, and you will be a key part of a supportive and growing team as your career expands with us. The business is committed to upskilling people through both formal training and practical experience. It is a fantastic role, in which you can develop both personally and professionally. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Our client based in Guildford are looking for candidates who must have a strong academic background typically with a first class degree or PhD in a numerate subject such as physics, engineering or maths. We look for candidates with the aptitude to learn quickly and take on our customers most challenging problems. We help our staff develop the skills they need through on-the-job training coupled with readily available support and guidance The Candidate: be self-motivating, capable of working independently have a good (1st/2.1) first degree or a PhD in a numerate discipline have a strong academic background typically including A 's in A-level Maths and Physics have strong verbal and written presentation skills have knowledge of at least one of the following areas: FPGA development in VHDL PCB design and layout software development in embedded C/C++. The candidate will be responsible for: simulating and implementing signal, image, or data processing algorithms in VHDL for FPGAs designing PCBs using FPGAs, SoCs, high speed network interfaces and analogue/RF signal filtering performing schematic capture using OrCAD managing PCB layout, fabrication and assembly subcontractors setting to work PCBs including writing test firmware and software developing Linux device drivers for hardware. Excellent benefits package. Background security check will be required before working on site.