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Principal Embedded Software Engineer £70-90k Reading Remote, with occasional visits My client is an elite company providing media content solutions. Due to sustained success, they are expanding their R&D team. They're seeking a Principal Software Engineer with a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a high-performance environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead software architecture across the full stack, from UI and services to kernel-level development. Collaborate with hardware and FPGA teams to deliver tightly integrated, high-speed embedded systems. Mentor engineers, drive best practices, and contribute to recruitment and technical leadership. Essential Experience: 10+ years in C++ software development in a Linux environment Experience building complex software for custom hardware, including device interfacing. Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design. Desirable Skills: Exposure to Qt, Yocto, Linux kernel, or device driver development. Knowledge of high-speed data, graphics processing, or networking (TCP/IP, multicast). Familiarity with Python, GitLab, or AWS What you'll get: £70-90k (Dependent on experience) Very generous bonus scheme Ability to work nearly remotely, with occasional office visits Private medical, dental, and optical care Interested in architecting cutting-edge embedded solutions? Apply now to make a difference! Platform Recruitment: Platform recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more.

Senior / Principal Firmware Engineer Our client, a global leader in the Defence Industry is looking for a Senior / Principal Firmware Engineer working on avionics systems. Role Overview: The Senior / Principal firmware engineer would be responsible for design and development of Firmware designs using VHDL and verifying designs using VHDL or System Verilog. Job Responsibilities: The firmware engineer would work closely with Systems, Hardware and Software teams to provide firmware solutions and solve integration problems on complex systems. Creating innovative and robust VHDL-based designs Documenting and recording deliverables Verifying firmware designs Ensuring configuration management/keeping designs under revision control Providing progress reports Skills, Qualifications and Experience required: Mandatory Proven expertise of developing firmware using VHDL or Verilog Experienced with Mentor Graphics FPGA development tools including HDL Designer, ModelSim / Questa and Precision Familiar with Xilinx / Intel (Altera) / Microsemi (Actel) design flows (ISE, Vivado, Quartus) and third-party synthesis tools Experience in specifying timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA Place and Route. Ability to analyse system and / or hardware level requirements and derive detailed Firmware requirements Independent verification using VHDL Experience of firmware requirements capture and requirements management tools De-bugging firmware designs and supporting integration & verification at hardware and system level A good understanding of firmware version control and revision control software Experience of making technical decisions and mitigating technical risk for Firmware design activities. Experience with High-Speed Serial protocols and implementations Ability to coordinate day to day technical activities, liaising closely with the Project Engineering Lead / Lead firmware engineer & other disciplines Excellent communication (oral & written) & interpersonal skills Linux and scripting experience Experience in writing technical reports/ documentation Desirable Development of real-time, embedded, safety-critical firmware, preferably in accordance with RTCA/DO-254 DAL D Independent verification using SystemVerilog / UVM Relevant experience in the Aerospace or Defence industry Experience of embedded processor cores (e.g. ARM) in FPGA designs Familiarity with latest FPGA device families Qualifications Honours degree or equivalent in Electronics Engineering or another STEM-based subject This role could be based in Luton or Edinburgh Due to security requirements this role is open to SOLE UK NATIONALS ONLY

IT Desktop Support Technician - 30,000/ 35,000 per annum - Hull Principal IT are working with a leading UK food producer that are looking for an IT desktop support technician to join their team. In this role you will play a vital part in supporting their future strategy. They are looking for someone who is passionate about continuous professional development and has an innovative approach to incorporating new technologies into their operations. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the forward-thinking IT team, undertaking certified and on premise training covering numerous systems and software. Reporting to the IT Manager, the role will is site based, 5 days a week (Monday-Friday) Key Responsibilities: Build/install PC's and peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, mobiles, tablets related to desktop infrastructure and in accordance with IT policies and standards Maintain PC's and peripheral devices with Planned Preventative Maintenance Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, networking and peripheral technology Responsible for the update of the IT Helpdesk ticketing system by maintaining accurate records in respect of actions taken, histories and updating information on the system as and when required Create tickets to record technical issues and solutions, escalating issues to senior team members when necessary Responsible for the ongoing patch and vulnerability management of many of the company devices Continually adding to the knowledge database to ensure all technical documentation is fully up to date and relevant Requirements: Proven work experience as a Desktop Support Engineer, Technical Support or similar Good language and communication skills Certifications in Microsoft/Comptia/ITIL and cisco would be advantageous Familiarity with Office 365, Network troubleshooting and MS Intune Excellent problem solving and multitasking skills Strong experience of working with Microsoft Windows OS with some experience of Android/iOS Ability to work as part of a team The Package: If successful our client is offering a salary between 30,000 - 35,000 per annum, favourable holiday allowance, company contributed pension scheme. How to Apply : If you are interested in hearing more about this IT desktop support technician vacancy or interested in applying for the role please email me at or contact Principal IT Directly on LinkedIn. INDGH

Job ID: 2407430 Amazon UK Services Ltd. The Content & App Partner Engagement (CAPE) team is looking for an experienced and motivated leader who possesses a unique balance of technical depth and relationship management skills. Our partners develop apps and games for Amazon devices powered by Fire OS and Alexa, such as Fire tablets, Echo Show, Smart TVs, streaming media players (e.g. Fire TV Stick) . As a Principal Solutions Architect, you will work with top-tier partners to create incredible Alexa-enabled experiences that will wow customers on Fire TV, Echo Show and Tablets. You will act as the primary technical liaison between external partners and Amazon product teams to help shape their product roadmaps. Your role will be to guide partners as they productize and integrate with Amazon Services and enable them to grow their business through monetisation and increase in engagement. You'll evangelize best practices through white-papers, presentations and sample code and help partners adopt a new voice paradigm in their apps and games, using various Alexa services such as Video Skills Kit (VSK). As you build relationships with your partners, you'll understand their business, product roadmap, and challenges. You'll use this information to influence Amazon product teams, helping improve the product offerings and quality of Amazon products and services. Key Responsibilities: - Provide technical consultation to strategic partners and Amazon product teams - Write sample code to accelerate adoption of Amazon technology - Author blog posts, contribute to webinars, create presentations, and run demos to explain technical concepts - Create best practices, knowledge base articles, and processes to increase the effectiveness of the team - Guide partners as they build and migrate their applications, software, and services on Amazon devices - Act as a technical liaison between customers, external partners, Amazon engineering teams, and support - Educate customers of all sizes on the value proposition of Amazon Services and Alexa, and participate in deep architectural discussions Hiring in any of the locations - London, Berlin, Munich and Luxembourg. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations: London, GBR BASIC QUALIFICATIONS Relevant years of specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics) experience Suitable experience of design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures experience Relevant IT development or implementation/consulting in the software or Internet industries experience Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or equivalent, or experience in a professional field or military Experience within specific technology domain areas (e.g. software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, infrastructure, security, networking, data & analytics). Experience in design, implementation, or consulting in applications and infrastructures Experience communicating across technical and non-technical audiences, including executive level stakeholders or clients PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Suitable years of infrastructure architecture, database architecture and networking experience Experience working with end user or developer communities Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice () to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need an adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please contact the Applicant-Candidate Accommodation Team (ACAT), Monday through Friday from 7:00 am GMT - 4:00 pm GMT. If calling directly from the United Kingdom, please dial (tel). If calling from Ireland, please dial (tel). Posted: January 26, 2023 (Updated 6 months ago) Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

At Jacobs, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. With more than 55,000 people in 40 countries, working at Jacobs offers an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are Jacobs' greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for Jacobs. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business. About the opportunity: Jacobs is currently recruiting for EC&I Engineers to join our nuclear power business. The Jacobs' nuclear power business supports clients across the energy generation and new build sectors. Our reputation for safely delivering quality projects on time and on budget is well recognised by our clients and our technical excellence and strong client relationships put us at the forefront of our industry, along with our proven expertise in managing large, complex projects in the UK and overseas. What that means to you is the opportunity to experience a real variety of projects, colleagues, and clients, collaborating to achieve outstanding results in a stimulating and quality-driven environment. The post is for those with post graduate experience delivering EC&I activities preferably within the civil nuclear or other highly regulated industries. Consideration will be given to time served apprentices with specific experience with a background in Civil nuclear. Candidates will be familiar with the delivery of EC&I engineering activities such as authoring and verifying engineering plans, technical reports and specifications with an ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications. Knowledge or awareness in any of the following areas is considered a distinct advantage: IEC SC45a suite of standards (and how to apply/comply with them), programmable electronic components, equipment assessment and qualification (hardware & software), nuclear safety cases, ageing and obsolescence management, system design, PLCs and system coding and testing. The candidate must be highly motivated with the ability to work with limited supervision whilst delivering tasks to quality, schedule and budget. They will be confident in communicating at all levels and proactive in engaging with colleagues and relevant stakeholders. In addition, the candidate should be proactive in personal development with a willingness to learn. Subject to the candidate's capabilities as well as business requirements, the focus of the EC&I Engineer role could be in any of the following key workstreams: Full life-cycle development (hardware and software) of either control or protection systems Software qualification of SMART devices and PLCs Functional Safety determination (both probabilistic and deterministic) EC&I Ageing and Obsolescence Management Production and modification of nuclear EC&I safety cases and / or cyber security cases IEC SC 45a suite of standards (and how to apply/comply with them). IEC 61513 is the top level of IEC SC 45A and refers to other IEC SC 45A standards. A knowledge of IEC 61508 or it's other derivatives could be acceptable Equipment qualification and assessment (hardware & software) Key Responsibilities: Execute the role in a safe and secure manner Deliver high-quality engineering tasks to time, quality, budget and client satisfaction Liaise with Senior and Principal Engineers when expertise or clarification is needed Proactive in personal development Here's What You'll Need: Degree in relevant engineering discipline (e.g. Electronic / Electrical Engineering) or successful completion of a relevant apprentice scheme in a nuclear context. Ability to work in the UK and eligible to gain BPSS and CTC vetting (minimum security clearance) Evidence of working towards application for either Chartered or Incorporated engineer status with a relevant professional body Experience of authoring engineering documentation such as engineering plans, technical reports and specifications The ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications Strong communication skills Familiarity with electrical systems, control systems and process instrumentation Desirable skills: Awareness of Civil nuclear plant systems, structures and component and associated design and assessment guidelines (or relevant engineering principles from other highly regulated industries) Awareness of relevant guidelines, standards and practices (e.g. IEC 61508, 61511, 61513, 61226, ONR SAPs / TAGS) Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and of HSE requirements Our Culture Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Find out more about life at Jacobs. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity - ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women's - find out more about our employee networks here. Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team . Your application experience is important to us and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join Jacobs then please let us know.