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Principal Firmware Engineer Edinburgh 12-month contract Paying up to 75p/h (inside IR35) The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior or Principal Firmware Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team delivering advanced digital systems within the Aerospace, Defence, and Security sector. At Senior or Principal level, you will also provide technical leadership, supporting the delivery of work across multiple engineers while contributing to process improvement and best practice development across FPGA/Firmware teams. Key Responsibilities Design and develop innovative VHDL-based FPGA architectures Apply advanced verification techniques using VHDL or SystemVerilog / UVM Work with currentFPGA technologies from: Xilinx Intel (Altera) Microsemi (semiconductor manufacturer) Develop and integrate high-speed interfaces, including PCIe, DDR3, Ethernet and JESD Analyse system-level documentation to derive detailed firmware requirements Adopt a structured, methodical approach to the full firmware lifecycle, ideally aligned with standards such as RTCA DO-254 or similar Specify complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route Debug firmware designs and support system verification and integration activities Contribute to process enhancements and ways of working across engineering teams Communicate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders Essential Skills & Experience Considerable experience designing firmware architecture using FPGA technologies Strong hands-on experience with Xilinx, Intel (Altera), or Microsemi toolchains Experience with fast interfaces such as PCIe, Ethernet, DDR3, JESD Advanced verification experience using VHDL or System Verilog / UVM Proven ability to derive detailed firmware requirements from system-level specifications Experience working within structured firmware processes (e.g., DO-254) Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style Desirable Familiarity with Model-Based Engineering using: MATLAB Simulink Experience leading or mentoring engineers (for Principal level) Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Principal Firmware Engineer Location: Edinburgh, Bristol or Luton. Duration: 12 months Rate: £102ph UMBRELLA INSIDE IR35 Clearance: Must be eligible for SC We are looking for a Firmware Engineer at Senior or Principal Level to join our team in Edinburgh as an experienced Firmware/FPGA Engineer, you will work with the support of experts in their field, using world-class facilities to deliver Firmware for complex digital systems that meet challenging future customer requirements. You will use or develop team leading experience to support the delivery of work from several engineers. Your expertise will also be key to enhance processes and ways of working across UK wide FPGA/Firmware delivery teams. Key Skills : • Creating innovative VHDL based FPGA designs • Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or SystemVerilog / UVM • Current FPGA technologies from either Xilinx, Altera or Microsemi and their tools • Model Driven Engineering tools including MATLAB and Simulink • High Speed Interface Design & Integration, including PCIe, DDR3, Ethernet • Analysing system level documents and deriving detailed Firmware requirements • Adopting a methodical approach to the full firmware design lifecycle, ideally working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar • Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route • De-bugging firmware designs and supporting system related verification and integration • Effective and flexible communication

Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide. Job Description The Chief Engineer is a highly experienced engineer with in-depth experience of the full project lifecycle and the associated governance requirements. The Chief Engineer provides oversight for multiple large, complex and multi-disciplinary projects, within Ultra Cyber, ranging from tens of k to several m. Responsibilities include assurance of project adherence to both functional and non-functional requirements (e.g. safety, conformance, quality), and oversight to ensure high quality design that is developed in accordance with the required security aspects. Key Responsibilities Business Development: Maintain visibility of upcoming bids and opportunities Work with BD to build proposal and costings Review technical proposals for deliverability Contribute towards the alignment of Ultra Cyber Business Strategy, the underpinning Technical Strategy and the engineering plan to deliver it, articulating the shared understanding of the constraints Technical Governance of Bids: At bid stage, agree an appropriate engineering design process for a proposed project and ensure that it is appropriately documented, consulting with the relevant Heads of Discipline Ensure compliance with relevant and contractual, international, national and local regulations/legislation is considered when bidding Support BD gate review process to ensure all engineering considerations, risks, and opportunities have been considered. Assure estimates for bids, providing sign-off against deliverability Technical Governance of Projects: During project delivery, assure that agreed engineering design process is followed Ensure analysis completed regarding relevant and contractual, international, national and local regulations/legislation and requirements are included as appropriate on projects Chair Engineering Design Reviews, acting as Gate Keeper to ensure progression only with well understood and acceptable levels of technical risk and technical debt Oversee management of technical risks Review project engineering metrics, supporting the project team in preparation and delivery of Technical Project Reviews Assure projects and products meet the required performance and quality Accountable for Project Engineering Change Control Approve technical documents for release, according to the DCRAM (Document Configuration Review and Approval Matrix) Provide Design Assurance, acting as signatory on DDP (Declaration of Design Performance), Technical File and Safety Checklist as required Customer/stakeholder point of contact for Engineering aspects. Resolve/facilitate resolution of engineering conflict on project A Chief Engineer is also expected to provide wider Engineering impact through: Mentoring of senior engineers Working with BD & Innovation to provide input to technical strategy Capturing project/project knowledge from Lessons Learnt (formal or informal) and inputting into SQEP plans A Chief Engineer may also act as an Independent Chief Engineer on a project, to provide independent oversight, primarily chairing gate reviews but also providing a sounding board for the project Chief Engineer. A Chief Engineer may also act as a Design Authority on a project, if they have appropriate domain and technical knowledge. Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications Confident communicator, both written and verbal Highly organised, self-managing, able to manage multiple activities at any one time Excellent interpersonal skills, able to engage effectively with all audiences/stakeholders at all levels in the organisation Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Significant experience in one (or more preferably), software, firmware, hardware or systems engineering. Expert knowledge of the V-model, and good/best practice engineering process. Extensive experience in technical leadership and managing delivery of multi-disciplined engineering projects. Security Clearance Candidates must be willing and able to obtain, and maintain, DV security clearance

Bare Metal Platform Engineer | Remote | Inside IR35 | Major end client | 10 months initially A large consultancy we are working with are hiring for a senior engineer to transform our global x86 estate into a fully automated Bare Metal as a Service (BMaaS) platform. This role focuses on abstracting hardware into a code driven service layer, integrating vendor tooling with orchestration and compliance automation. What You'll Do Build automation across : Lenovo XClarity | Dell OpenManage | HPE OneView Integrate hardware provisioning with: Ansible | Terraform Export hardware telemetry into: OpenTelemetry | Prometheus Orchestrate DDI (DHCP/DNS/IPAM), PXE workflows, and integrate with ServiceNow for automated break-fix and tracking. Define and programmatically enforce BIOS, RAID, NIC, and firmware "golden baselines." Deliver automated audit trails and Real Time state reporting. Key Skills and Experience Dell PowerEdge HPE ProLiant Lenovo ThinkSystem Redfish, IPMI, and SNMP Ansible or Terraform Solid Python or Bash Scripting Understanding of DDI services and PXE/iPXE Experience in audit-driven environments If this sounds like you, and you are looking for a great new opportunity- APPLY NOW! Bare Metal Platform Engineer | Remote | Inside IR35 | Major end client | 10 months initially Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Network Web Proxy Infra Engineer - Investment Banking - Proxy Tech (F5 BIG-IP, McAfee, Skyhigh, Bluecoat) Our client is looking for a Web Proxy Network Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and enhancement of their EMEA network. This role is ideal for someone who already has hands-on experience working with Proxy technologies (such as McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat, or similar), and is ready to step into a fast-paced enterprise environment where you can further deepen your expertise. You will: Support the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and Management of Web Proxies Contribute to change and incident activities within a complex network infrastructure Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services We are not looking for someone brand new to the technology - you should already be familiar with the key tools and concepts and be ready to contribute from day one, even if you're still developing full mastery. Core Skills & Experience Required: Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy platforms (eg McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat) Experience or knowledge of Load Balancing technologies such as F5 BIG IP (LTM/GTM) VMWare Next Gen Load Balancer (formerly AVI Networks) Working knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL certificates, NAT, DNS, and Layer 7 protocols Comfort using CLI and GUI interfaces for network appliance configuration Preferred: Experience building from base and upgrading firmware of Web Proxies Experience of DLP/Malware Protection & Mitigation infrastructure Experience writing or editing iRules, health monitors, or similar load balancing policies Awareness of certificate management, TLS handshake flow, and debugging tools (Wireshark, Fiddler) Contract Role inside IR35 - initial 12 month contract - 3 days a week in office (candidate can be based near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham) By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Head of Software Engineering Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working) Market Rates Plus an excellent company benefits package (including 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, Private Healthcare, Bonuses, Pension, etc.) Skills and Experience: Proven leadership experience leading a multidisciplinary technology function encompassing software development (Backend/Cloud) and preferably hardware/firmware engineering. Extensive experience successfully driving large-scale architectural transformation and modernisation projects (eg, monolithic to microservices, Legacy stack replacement, etc.). Expertise in cloud-native, scalable system design within a high-throughput, low-latency environment, preferably telematics/IoT. Deep understanding of modern web and mobile architecture, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.) and serverless patterns. Demonstrable ability to set and enforce high standards for code quality, technical documentation and development practices. Proven experience in leading and mentoring technical managers and managing a large engineering budget. Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executives. An understanding of my client's current technology stack (PHP, React and Native Mobile) and experience migrating off similar platforms. Experience with Python and the AWS ecosystem (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.). Must have recent experience working with and to ISO 9001 or ISO 27001 standards. Familiarity with test-driven design methodologies (TDD). The Opportunity: In this high-profile, high-impact, strategic role you will be the senior technical authority driving my client's strategic evolution towards a scalable, software-first SaaS platform. The successful post-holder will hold responsibility for the entire digital ecosystem (across the Web, Mobile and Cloud technologies), ensuring their technical vision aggressively pursues software-led growth, while continuing to improve the hardware solution which remains their core business offering. The Head of Software Engineering will lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team, encompassing Frontend, Backend, Mobile, Hardware, DevOps and Quality Assurance; fostering a culture of technical rigour that integrates software agility with the continued evolution of their core technology-stack. Applications: Please contact John Noonan here at ISR to learn more about our client who are continuing to grow and dominate their sector here in the UK with their expertise and range of technology products?

Electronic Design/Senior Electronic Design Engineer (with Firmware Experience Preferred) Location: Cheshire East commutable from Stockport, Warrington, Congleton and surrounding areas (On-Site) Employment Type: Permanent WA Consultants are exclusively partnering with a highly successful and profitable technology company to recruit an Electronic Design or Senior Electronic Design Engineer. This is a key opportunity to join a tight-knit engineering team within a global business operating across China, Switzerland, Europe and India. You will work collaboratively with Mechanical, Applications, Embedded and wider Engineering teams, helping to shape the direction of new product development. The company values initiative, welcomes your ideas and offers an environment free from unnecessary red tape. You will be working on a new hardware platform for their core product line, contributing across the full life cycle. Why Apply? On-site role with flexible working 12:30 finish every Friday Excellent pension contribution Annual bonus Clear career progression opportunities Highly stable and profitable business A culture that encourages technical ownership and innovation Core Skills Required Analogue and digital electronics design Schematic capture DSP (Digital Signal Processing) PCB layout Appreciation of Embedded C and firmware development Full product life cycle experience Desirable Experience ARM/STM32 microcontrollers FreeRTOS High-density InterconnecT (HDI) PCB layout techniques Cross-correlation methods If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, collaborate with skilled engineers and contribute to cutting-edge hardware development, we would like to hear from you. To apply or find out more, please contact WA Consultants. (see below) WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Junior Network Engineer Ashford, Kent (field-based with client travel) 30,000+ DOE Are you early in your networking career and keen to build real hands-on experience? Do you enjoy both technical configuration and physical infrastructure work? Have you worked in (or want exposure to) an MSP environment where no two days are the same? If so, this could be a strong next step. We are recruiting for a Junior Network Engineer to join a growing Managed Service Provider supporting a wide range of business clients. This is a genuinely varied, fast-paced role combining logical network engineering with structured cabling and physical installations. It will suit someone practical, proactive, and comfortable working across multiple client environments both remotely and on-site. You will gain exposure to enterprise-grade networking technologies while building solid real-world deployment experience. Due to the project-led nature of MSP work, the role involves regular client travel and occasional out-of-hours work. The Role You will support the design, deployment, and ongoing support of client network environments, working closely with senior engineers and technical leadership. This is a hands-on position where you will be involved from physical install through to configuration and troubleshooting. Key Responsibilities Network Deployment & Support Assist with configuration, deployment, and support of client network infrastructure Work with technologies including: Cisco Systems Cisco Meraki Ubiquiti WatchGuard Hewlett Packard Enterprise Provision switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points Support VLANs, subnetting, DHCP, DNS, VPNs, and firewall rules Assist with cloud-managed networking platforms (e.g. Meraki Dashboard) Monitor network performance and respond to alerts Troubleshoot connectivity, WiFi, and performance issues Provide both remote and on-site technical support Maintain clear and accurate client documentation Carry out routine maintenance including firmware patching and testing Support VoIP and telephony deployments where required Structured Cabling & Physical Infrastructure Install copper data cabling (Cat6 / Cat6a) Run, terminate, and test fibre optic cabling (internal and external) Install patch panels, faceplates, and fibre enclosures Build and dress network cabinets and containment Mount switches, firewalls, and wireless access points Test, certify, and clearly label installed cabling Ensure all installations are neat, professional, and best-practice compliant Project Work Support senior engineers on upgrades, migrations, and new site deployments Assist with office moves and new business setups Conduct basic site surveys and cable route planning Travel to client sites (primarily regional with occasional national travel) Occasionally work evenings or weekends to minimise client disruption Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard What We Are Looking For Essential - Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, subnetting) - Some hands-on experience configuring switches and routers - Experience running and terminating copper cabling - Willingness to work with fibre optic cabling - Strong troubleshooting mindset - Confident communication skills in client-facing situations - Full UK driving licence - Comfortable working at height and in ceiling voids - Flexible approach to occasional out-of-hours work Desirable - CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA - Experience with Cisco Meraki dashboard - Fibre termination and testing experience - Exposure to firewall configuration and site-to-site VPNs - Previous MSP experience - Basic VoIP knowledge Personal Attributes - Customer-focused and professional - Eager to learn across multiple vendor platforms - Well organised with good attention to detail - Able to manage multiple client priorities - Reliable, proactive, and hands-on - Flexible and adaptable to project demands

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer ATE Location: Reading Employment Type: Permanent Working Model: Hybrid (typically 3 days on site, 2 from home; task based flexibility available) A client of our are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to take full ownership of designing and delivering a brand new Automated Test Equipment (ATE) system. This is a hands on, end to end engineering role where you will define the architecture, build the tooling, and shape the test strategy that will support both product validation and production testing. You ll collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering teams to develop a scalable, robust ATE platform that integrates seamlessly with instrumentation, embedded systems, and manufacturing processes. Key Responsibilities - Architect, design, and implement a new ATE system, including software, tooling, and test workflows. - Develop automated test software using Python and C#, C/C++. - Build test frameworks, scripts, and infrastructure for validation and production environments. - Integrate with instrumentation, hardware interfaces, and measurement equipment. - Configure and optimise Linux based systems within the ATE environment. - Collaborate with cross functional teams to define test requirements and ensure full coverage. - Investigate test failures, analyse logs, and support root cause analysis. - Produce documentation, test procedures, and contribute to continuous improvement of test processes. Required Skills & Experience - Strong hands on experience with Python for automation and tooling. - Solid programming capability in C#, C/C++. - Proven experience designing and implementing ATE for embedded systems or electronics. - Confident working in Linux environments. - Background in developing or supporting ATE systems or similar hardware software test platforms. - Understanding of hardware interfaces such as UART, SPI, I2C, Ethernet, or similar. - Ability to debug across software, hardware, and system boundaries. - Comfortable taking ownership of a new system from concept through to delivery. Please note: our client is unable to provide visa sponsorship. We can only consider applicants who already hold full and unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, this role is not suitable for candidates relying on a post study work visa. For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)

We are seeking an experienced NetApp Senior Storage Engineer to join our enterprise infrastructure team on a initial 6 month contract. This is a hands-on technical role focused on the administration, support, and optimisation of NetApp storage environments and modern enterprise backup platforms. Key Responsibilities Storage Administration & Support Hands-on administration of NetApp storage systems Strong experience with NetApp ONTAP (Clustered ONTAP) Management of aggregates, volumes, LUNs, and qtrees Support for NFS and CIFS/SMB protocols Configuration and support of Storage Virtual Machines (SVMs) Management of Snapshots and SnapMirror replication Storage Architecture & Operations Design and support of enterprise storage solutions Capacity planning and performance tuning High availability configurations (HA pairs, clustering) Firmware and ONTAP upgrades Storage migrations and data lifecycle management Backup & Disaster Recovery Strong understanding of backup fundamentals (full, incremental, retention policies) Knowledge of RPO and RTO objectives Disaster recovery planning and testing Data integrity validation and restore testing Enterprise Backup Platforms Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade solutions, particularly: Cohesity Rubrik Experience backing up and restoring enterprise databases Protection of VM-based infrastructure Image-level backups and application-consistent snapshots In addition to experience in some of the above candidate will also ideally hold industry certifications in NetApp along with strong troubleshooting and analytical capability, ability to work independently in complex enterprise environments and clear documentation and effective communication skills. If you are a proactive infrastructure specialist with strong NetApp and enterprise backup expertise, we would love to hear from you. This role will be hybrid based working 1-2 day per week in the office. Day Rate - £465 per day via umbrella company

Job Title: Senior Electronics Test Engineer Location: Greater Manchester Salary: Up to £65k (depending on experience) We're looking for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to take ownership of defining and delivering effective test approaches for complex electronic hardware. This role is central to maintaining high standards of performance, reliability, and product quality through comprehensive verification and validation work. The position is highly hands-on, involving day-to-day collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. About the role: Design and create custom test fixtures and automated solutions to support R&D, production, and field validation. Lead debugging and root cause analysis of complex hardware issues. Develop, apply, and maintain test plans and setups for electronic assemblies and systems. Collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers to influence a Design for Test (DfT) approach. Analyse test data to identify performance trends, failure modes, and areas for design improvement. Liaise with external suppliers to review specifications, integration approaches, and quality requirements. Produce accurate technical documentation, including test reports, procedures, failure analyses, and coverage metrics. Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians on test methodologies and equipment usage. About you: Degree in Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline. 5+ years experience in an electronics test position. Proficiency with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and power meters. Experience developing automated test solutions using tools such as LabVIEW, Python, or MATLAB. Strong understanding of analogue and digital electronics and embedded systems. Understanding of EMI/EMC standards and considerations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering teams. Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for the role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.

Senior Software Engineer Location: Surrey (hybrid working available) Security Clearance: Eligible for SC/DV clearance required Our client, a highly respected UK engineering organisation operating within the Defence sector, is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-integrity systems, delivering innovative software solutions that meet demanding customer and regulatory requirements. As a senior member of the software function, you will lead and contribute to the development of high-quality software products and systems for mission-critical applications. You will be responsible for translating system requirements into robust architectural and detailed software designs, ensuring successful delivery within agreed timescales and budgets. Reporting to the Principal Engineer, you will also work closely with the Project Manager and multidisciplinary engineering teams. Key Responsibilities Act as technical lead for software work packages, ensuring quality and compliance with defined standards. Estimate, plan and monitor software activities in line with project schedules. Define software architecture and detailed designs within a wider system context. Collaborate with electronics and firmware teams to ensure seamless system integration. Present design solutions internally and to customers at all project stages. Ensure compliance with company procedures, standards and contractual requirements. Lead, mentor and supervise a team of software engineers. Support system integration, verification, validation and customer acceptance activities. Required Experience & Skills Proven experience in software architectural and detailed design. Strong C++ development and testing experience to industry standards. Experience using industry-standard IDE tools on Linux and Windows platforms. Familiarity with version control tools and structured development processes. Experience in structured verification and validation against contractual requirements. Demonstrated software team leadership experience with strong mentoring capability. Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience using structured design tools (e.g. UML-based tools such as Enterprise Architect). Experience in one or more of the following areas: Acoustic signal processing software Embedded and real-time systems System integration and acceptance testing Containerised software environments (e.g. Docker) Qualifications & Eligibility Degree qualified (BSc or equivalent) in Engineering, Mathematics, Science or related discipline (or equivalent industry experience). Eligible to obtain UK SC or DV security clearance. Sole UK nationality. Full UK driving licence. Willingness to undertake occasional UK travel as required. What s on Offer Exposure across the full project lifecycle with strong career progression opportunities. Paid overtime or time off in lieu (with the potential to accrue additional annual leave). Flexible working hours with defined core hours. Competitive employer-matched pension scheme. Private medical cover. Ongoing training and professional development support. Salary sacrifice schemes (including bike and technology schemes). Gym benefits (including access to onsite facilities). Company-provided technology and home office equipment. Relocation support package available. Christmas holiday shutdown period.

Senior Firmware Engineer Nottingham 60,000- 70,000 + Technical Progression + 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Benefits Excellent opportunity for a Senior Firmware Engineer with experience of low power systems to join a highly innovative business offering opportunities to own and lead projects, make a massive difference to new and existing products, and collaborate with global engineering teams. This company have ambitions to become a household name by building upon a stellar reputation built within elite and professional sports. In this role, you'll take ownership of firmware development across their platforms. You'll develop C/C++ firmware for Nordic SoCs (nRF52/nRF53), working within RTOS or bare-metal environments to deliver ultra-reliable low-power performance. You'll integrate wireless communication technologies such as BLE, ANT+, and Wi-Fi, and work closely with electronics, mechanical, app, and cloud teams to ensure seamless connectivity and performance. The ideal candidate will have strong C/C++ firmware experience, hands-on expertise with Nordic SoCs or similar low-power architectures, and good knowledge of debugging and test tools. Experience with bootloaders, OTA updates, or system diagnostics would be advantageous. You'll have the confidence to lead projects and drive continuous improvement across firmware standards and reliability. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious company during a truly exciting period in their history offering a technically fascinating position, opportunities to lead your own projects, and make a substantial contribution to the future of the wider group! The Role: Develop C/C++ firmware for Nordic SoCs (nRF52/nRF53) Integrate BLE, ANT+, and Wi-Fi connectivity Work in RTOS/bare-metal environments for low-power optimisation Collaborate with electronics, app, and cloud teams Hybrid working from Nottingham (2-3 days per week) The Person: Senior Firmware Engineer with strong embedded C/C++ experience Experience leading firmware projects Exposure to Nordic SoCs, low-power systems, or RTOS environments Strong debugging and testing skills Commutable to the Nottingham area Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)A To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Software Engineer UK Based Remote Friendly 35,000 to 70,000 depending on level A high-growth engineering consultancy is expanding its software team as it scales significantly over the next 12 to 18 months. This is not a maintenance role. This is an opportunity to build technically complex systems from scratch, often at the intersection of software and hardware, across cutting-edge sectors including biotech, quantum computing, heavy industry and government-backed R&D. Due to strong inbound demand, the business is hiring across multiple levels. The Role You will work in small, multidisciplinary teams delivering bespoke engineering solutions. Projects are technically challenging and require strong engineering fundamentals, production-quality code and real ownership. This environment suits engineers who enjoy solving complex problems rather than simply implementing tickets. Opportunities are available at: Graduate Software Engineer Senior Software Engineer Senior Software Engineer (Advanced / Principal Level) There is flexibility on title for exceptional candidates. Technology Environment Core stack includes: C++ Python JavaScript or TypeScript Frontend and backend development Desirable experience: Firmware or microcontrollers Hardware integration LLM tools or AI-assisted development UX or interface thinking Strong engineering principles matter more than matching every technology exactly. What They Are Looking For Graduate level: Strong fundamentals Demonstrable coding ability Curiosity and fast learning capability Senior level: 3+ years commercial experience Experience delivering production systems Strong ownership and accountability Advanced Senior level: Deep technical capability Architectural judgement Comfort making engineering decisions Potential mentoring influence Working Model UK based only Remote friendly Occasional office presence required Flexible hours Generous holiday allowance Additional office-day benefits Why Join High-growth environment with strong financial backing Complex, meaningful engineering challenges Direct access to leadership Opportunity to shape a scaling team Strong project demand and pipeline This is an engineering-led environment that values quality, intellectual honesty and high standards. If you are looking to build real systems with impact rather than maintain legacy code, this is a rare opportunity to join at an exciting stage of growth.

Our client, a technology focused manufacturing business, seek to appoint a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to their technical team. As Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will work in a fast paced but friendly environment on some of the most interesting and positively challenging projects on the market. It really is exciting work. You will be designing software for a range of products used by some of the worlds' largest companies as a lead participant in designing, coding, testing, debugging, configuring, and documenting code to deliver a first class product on time and budget. Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Firmware / Embedded Software / Engineering Manager / Design Engineer / Electronic Engineer / C / C++ Understand the requirements and discuss project sizes and timeframes, as well as defining processes and procedures for embedded software projects Defining and documenting the software architecture for embedded systems Tracing software requirements to the software architecture Supporting fault isolation, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis activities during system integration and validation testing Senior Embedded Software Engineer - Skills and Abilities - Firmware / Embedded Software / Engineering Manager / Design Engineer / Electronic Engineer / C / C++ Relevant degree in associated discipline such as Electronics Engineering, Computer Science, or similar Highly experienced in C/C++ software programming Experience with PIC Microprocessors Senior Embedded Software Engineer / Firmware / Embedded Software / Engineering Manager / Design Engineer / Electronic Engineer / C / C++ If this role could appeal, please do apply now!

Electronics Engineer Exeter Area 35- 40k If you are an Electronics Engineer with a passion for software or a more software focused engineer with a passion for electronics then this could be the ideal new role for you! The company are a specialist in sensors, measurement and telemetry and design and develop a wide range of hi-technology products. In this role you will be working in a small multi-disciplined Engineering design team of Electronics, Firmware and Software Engineers. You will be supporting the Senior Software Engineer, where your experience with electronics will also be called upon. The majority of the role will involve supporting Automated Test Environments for electronic products, here you will be creating/maintaining test scripts, fault-finding and helping to commission new test fixtures. The rest of the role will involve writing customer-facing PC software to support products and in-house development tools and there may be occasions where you are required to assist with Firmware development and other Engineering tasks. You will be working on a range of technologies including low level drivers to hardware, GUI interfaces, Communications protocols for wireless and CAN and UART interfaces. The role will include Engineering Development of Software and associated technical documentation. Production support, including ATE (Automated Test Equipment) scripts Technical Support for standard products for both internal and external requirements. Application support. Change control. Support for Sales with quotes and technical documentation. Skills and Experience Experience of a general electronics design environment and processes. Understanding of electronics circuit operation and design. Understanding of automated testing. Use of test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes Methodical approach to problem solving. Experienced in writing design documents such as specifications and test procedures. Good understanding/experience of a range of communication technologies USB, Bluetooth, Serial communications. Experience of writing structured PC software using C# and other languages Ability to create good clear GUI's Disciplined approach to Version Control Beneficial to have Experience of National Instruments Labview and Teststand Experience working in an Electronics Manufacturing environment Ability to create iOS and Android apps Project Management. Liaising with customers from design concepts to providing training. For more details on this interesting and varied role please apply online and one of the team at Reed will be in touch.

Overview We are looking for an Experienced Senior Telecommunications Specialist with a strong operational and technical background across wireless and wired communication technologies, with demonstrated expertise in Wi-Fi systems, Cellular and Radio technologies, SDH/PDH multiplexing, Microwave links, LoRaWAN deployments and routing & switching. Also a proven track record supporting pre-sales engineering (including PoC designs and builds), technical support, project delivery and design activities within Commercial, Government and MoD environments. Due to the nature of the role, this is an office based position only. This is an exciting opportunity within a fast based business. Role and Responsibilities: Working with stakeholders to establish requirements, the Project Manager, Field Manager and Departmental Director for all resourcing and tasking requirements and engaging with the Sales team & control pre-sales engineering requirements. Support Cellular and Radio technologies, including integration, performance monitoring and optimisation across mobile and private networks. Support SDH/PDH based transport networks and interfaces for legacy and modern telecom infrastructures. Develop and support LoRaWAN IoT networks, including coverage planning, gateway deployment, and network server integration. Design and support Microwave Point-to-Point/ Point-to-Multipoint systems for backhaul and connectivity solutions. Design & implement scalable and secure network architectures. Evaluate & recommend networking technologies and equipment. Configure, manage & troubleshoot routing & switching equipment across enterprise and service provider environments and technologies; inclusive of Layer-2 and Layer-3 routing protocols, VLANs. Build, maintain and control all designs, configuration and policy documents. Provide technical support both internally and externally, and identify and manage risks. Assist with providing migration plans and ensuring governance and policies are met. Manage and control Engineering department functions, such as; Firmware change control, overseeing the wider team and engineering tasks/requirements and RMAs. Employment History & Experience. The candidate will ideally hold a Batchelor's degree with a telecommunication discipline, or a related field and/or a minimum of 8 years experience within the telecommunications industry. Delivered level 1-3 technical support in fast-paced environments, resolving customer issues related to connectivity, hardware/software faults and service degradations. Engaged in pre-sales engineering activities, including customer requirements capture, technical presentations, solution design, bill of materials (BOM) preparation and partner engagement. Built and executed Proof of Concepts (PoCs) for customers to validate proposed solutions and technologies. Led or supported telecom and network projects from inception through to delivery, including site surveys, design documents, installation, commissioning and test plans. Produced details design documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, network diagrams, test specification and operational records. Ensures all implementations complied with documented specifications, industry standards and client requirements. Participated in tender processes, supporting proposals with technical input, pricing assumptions, solution architecture and compliance matrices. Experience preparing formal responses to tender submissions and maintaining accurate design and document records throughout project lifecycles. Skills & Competencies: The candidate will need to demonstrate a high percentage of the below areas: Technical attributes: Wireless and Radio: (Wi-Fi (enterprise) , cellular interfaces, RF fundamentals, microwave link technologies. Transport & Multiplexing: SDH/PDH fundamentals, optical and radio transport systems. IoT Networks: LoRaWAN architecture and deployment. Routing and Switching: Later-2/3 technologies ideally to CCNA level. Experience with firewalls, VPNs and network security measures, currant transport services, (EAD, Etherway as example). PoC test setups and benchmarking. Documentation: High/low-level designs, BoMs, test plans, change control records. Experience with remote management platforms, including deployment & support. Develop and control test reports. Manage and control customer base firmware change control. Professional Attributes: Strong problem-solving, analytical and stakeholder communication skills. Experience with pre-sales and technical interfacing with customers and internal teams. Ability to work across multi-disciplinary projects and customer base. Work to formal quality and process frameworks and provide input on improvements needed or build processes & frameworks to assist the business. Proficient in MS365 applications (Sharepoint, Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio). Experience utilising network design & architecture principles. Security Clearance as a minimum (eligible to apply for SC). Personal Attributes: Ability to work within a fast-paced environment. Flexibility. Keen to learn. Keen to share experience and knowledge with the wider team and business. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Strong communication skills, both written & verbal and attention to detail. Interest in keeping up-to-date with the latest and upcoming technologies. Advantageous skills & experience: Knowledge & understanding of synchronisation principles (Frequency & phase, SyncE, PtP). Knowledge and understanding of Satellite & Cellular Communications (2G,4G/5G). Worked within Ministry of Defence (MoD) or equivalent security-focused environments, adhering to strict process, documentation, compliance and security requirements. Compensation: Basic Salary 40000- 55000 per annum depending on applicant experience. 20 days annual leave plus public holidays and birthday leave. Pension scheme enrolment after 3 months.

On-site Audio-Visual Engineer Behaving as an ambassador for the AV Department at all times, including the technical setup, operation, and repair of equipment used to enhance collaborative meetings and live events. Knowledge & Key Skills - Onsite Work: 90% The on-site AV Engineer will prepare meeting rooms for presentations, Video and Audio conferencing, and collaboration Supporting a wide variety of AV software and hardware Comprehensive ability to troubleshoot a wide range of technology incidents and problems Using Service Desk software to effectively manage all support and service requests Taking complete ownership of and resolving all notified support and service issues, promptly, courteously, and professionally to agreed service levels (SLAs) Keeping end-users fully informed during and at resolution, leaving them assured that they are receiving the best attention Maintaining training and support function documentation Effectively communicating with internal customers with respect to support issues Maintaining an accurate inventory of all AV hardware, firmware, software, and configurations Contributing to the specification and procurement of new hardware and software Monitoring and optimising AV system performance Assist in office relocations Leaving the support function in such a state that it could easily be picked up by colleagues during an absence. Admin 10% Follow appropriate departmental and company procedures and policies (i.e., change control, problem and incident management) Monitor performance through the scorecard Monthly meetings with on-site primary contact Reporting ticket management Essential: Previous AV support experience in a concierge service Skilled AV Engineer possessing good interpersonal skills, and should be comfortable with Senior Management Must be smart and confident in their appearance. Should have proven abilities within the AV industry and/or corporate environment for over 5 years Excellent communication and customer service skills Enthusiastic and organised Ability to work under pressure Good knowledge OF Crestron, AMX, and RTI Knowledge of Lutron lighting control, Polycom, and MS Teams A firm understanding of networking protocols, RS232, and RS485 Good understanding of VOIP telephony and SIP Good understanding of video collaboration and audio conferencing Desirable: Avixa CTS Crestron P101 Extron School of AV Cisco CCNA

? Senior Software Engineer - Spatial Interaction & Sensor Integration (VR/XR/AR) - UK / Remote Flexible Our client is building the next generation of spatial interaction using stretchable sensor gloves that deliver high-fidelity 3D hand articulation and gesture recognition across VR, XR, and AR platforms. They are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to architect and implement the core software that transforms rich sensor data into real-time, robust interaction models for PCVR and standalone headsets. In this role, you will: Build real-time 3D hand tracking and gesture recognition pipelines in Unity3D and Unreal Engine. Develop high-performance native code in C#, C++, and C for multiple XR platforms. Integrate low-level sensor data and device protocols alongside hardware and firmware teams. Optimise performance, latency, and memory usage across diverse hardware targets. Maintain and enhance SDKs, supporting external developers and ensuring consistent behaviour across devices. Mentor engineers, influence architectural decisions, and contribute to product roadmap planning. Required Skills: Commercial experience in C#, C++, C , with a focus on real-time or systems-level development. Proven Unity3D and Unreal Engine product delivery experience. Experience deploying to PCVR and standalone XR headsets (Quest, Vive, Pico, WMR, etc.). Familiarity with XR runtimes and interaction frameworks (OpenXR, SteamVR/OpenVR, Oculus/Meta XR). Strong understanding of hand tracking, multi-threaded debugging, and low-level OS/hardware concepts . Experience with BTLE communication , Jira, and cross-functional collaboration. Desirable: Sensor fusion, IMUs, ML-based gesture recognition, robotics, haptics, biomechanics, or real-time simulation experience. Why Join Our Client: Influence the future of spatial interaction and human-computer interfaces . Work with cutting-edge hardware used by developers, researchers, and creators worldwide. Join a collaborative, engineering-driven culture where your technical decisions make a real impact.

Job Title: Principal Embedded Software Engineer - C Location: On Site, Cambridgeshire Salary: Up to £70,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangements: This is an on-site role We re seeking a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to take a leading role in the development and evolution of our embedded software across both new products and established designs. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys guiding technical direction, mentoring others, and driving projects to completion in a practical, real world engineering environment. About the Role As a senior member of the engineering team, you will shape software architecture, lead development activities, and ensure high quality delivery across multiple projects. You ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and robust performance. This role combines hands on embedded development with technical leadership, making it perfect for someone who wants to stay close to the code while influencing broader engineering outcomes. Key Responsibilities - Lead the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software in - Drive technical direction across new projects and updates to existing designs - Conduct and oversee code reviews, ensuring high standards and best practices - Mentor and support junior and mid level engineers - Collaborate with hardware, firmware, systems, and product teams to align requirements and resolve issues - Ensure effective use of Git workflows and version control processes - Provide technical input during planning, estimation, and design discussions - Troubleshoot complex issues on ARM based microcontrollers and processors - Contribute to the design and implementation of embedded GUIs, ensuring intuitive, reliable user interfaces for end products Required Skills & Experience - Extensive experience with Embedded C development - Strong proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows - Deep understanding of ARM architectures and low level programming - Proven experience leading projects or technical workstreams - Strong debugging, problem solving, and system level thinking - Comfortable working across both legacy codebases and new designs - Excellent communication skills for cross functional collaboration - Hands on experience developing GUIs for embedded systems (e.g., using frameworks such as TouchGFX, Qt for MCUs, LVGL, or similar) What We re Looking For - A hands on technical leader who can guide others while contributing directly - Someone who enjoys balancing new development with iterative improvement of existing products - A clear communicator who can work effectively with multidisciplinary teams - A proactive engineer who takes ownership and drives projects forward What s on Offer - Competitive salary and benefits - A senior role with real influence over product direction and engineering quality - Opportunities to mentor, lead, and shape best practices -A supportive environment where practical engineering and collaboration are valued For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)