Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Be-IT are working with reputable and growing organization in Glasgow to recruit a Senior Embedded Software Engineer on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role is predominantly office based especially during probation, after passing a hybrid set up can be approached.

As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer you will lead the design, development and optimization of complex embedded software systems. You will navigate ambiguity, make informed technical trade-offs, and ensure your team delivers reliable, high-quality solutions that provide measurable business value. You will mentor other engineers, raise technical standards, and contribute to a positive, inclusive engineering culture.

Main duties:

• Lead the design, development and delivery of embedded software for Data Manager, Superpack, and Controls Software.
• Develop real-time data processing and resource management strategies to enhance system performance and reliability.
• Architect and implement scalable, cost-effective, and maintainable embedded solutions.
• Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
• Develop NFC, BLE, and other wireless connectivity features for upcoming products, including internal mobile app support where applicable.
• Take accountability for the delivery of business outcomes, ensuring predictability, transparency, and high technical quality.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, driving continuous improvement in technical standards, processes, and team collaboration.
• Partner with product management and stakeholders to shape roadmaps, break down complex work, and ensure solutions deliver business value.
• Promote best practices in embedded software development, CI/CD, automated testing, and observability.

The ideal candidate should have:

• Bachelor\’s or Master\’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in embedded software development.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems and experience with RTOS and real-time processing.
• Deep understanding of resource data management, optimization techniques, and scalable embedded architectures.
• Experience with wireless communication protocols (NFC, BLE, Wi-Fi) and microcontroller architectures (ARM, STM, etc.).
• Experience designing, building, and operating production-grade embedded systems.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver business value.
• Familiarity with mobile app development, cloud connectivity, and IoT protocols is a plus.
• Proven ability to mentor engineers, lead technical decisions, and raise engineering standards.

The details:

• Full-time, permanent role based in Glasgow.
• Up to £70k + bonus for the right candidate DOE.
• Mainly office based during probation, hybrid working thereafter.
• The right to work in the UK is crucial – no sponsorship can be provided for this opportunity.

For more information about the role, please apply.