ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today! Work on cutting‑edge embedded software systems supporting advanced avionics and land‑based defence platforms . Join ALTEN Ltd as an Embedded Software Engineer , where you’ll develop robust, real‑time software that underpins mission‑critical systems operating in highly challenging environments. You’ll be hands‑on across the full embedded software lifecycle , working on low‑level development, hardware integration, and performance‑critical applications — contributing to systems that demand precision, reliability and safety. Hybrid (3 days per week) Security Clearance: Design, develop and maintain embedded software using C/C++ within real‑time environments Develop software for avionics and land defence systems , interfacing closely with hardware Work across the full lifecycle from requirements and architecture through to integration, testing and deployment Support hardware/software integration , debugging and system bring‑up activities Develop and optimise code for performance‑critical and resource‑constrained environments Contribute to verification and validation activities , including unit and integration testing Collaborate with systems, electronics and hardware engineers to ensure seamless system performance 5+ years’ experience in embedded software development ~ Strong programming experience in C/C++ within real‑time or embedded systems ~ Experience across the software development lifecycle in safety‑critical or regulated environments ~ Collaborative approach with a focus on quality and delivery Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or relevant technical military background with equivalent experience. VxWorks, FreeRTOS, Embedded Linux) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines or automated testing frameworks At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today. A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries Private Medical Insurance Cycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programme Life insurance & Pension Scheme Flexible way of working (role dependent) We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.
Embedded Software Engineer/Software Development in Hastings employer: ALTEN
ALTEN is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the heart of London. Employees benefit from opportunities for professional growth through engaging projects in the space industry, alongside a supportive environment that values creativity and technological advancement. Join us to be part of a team that not only drives significant impact but also prioritises your career development and well-being.
