Overview
In this role you will develop embedded software for IoT and consumer products, reporting to the CTO with a dotted line to the Software Director. You will work across projects in a small, hands-on environment, liaising with internal and external stakeholders including end customers. Linux experience is a plus as the business scales up in 2026. This is a chance to influence multiple projects from concept to delivery and grow with a growing engineering team.
Responsibilities
- Drive embedded software development on projects across the product lifecycle
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders including end customers
- Work across all project aspects in a small business setting
- Contribute to low-level and bare-metal programming efforts
- Support projects with Linux-related tasks where applicable
Key requirements
- Embedded C/C++ programming
- Microcontroller development
- Low level / bare metal programming
- FreeRTOS
- Linux – desirable
- Understanding of electronics
- Degree in Electronics or Software Engineering
- Stakeholder management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Embedded C/C++
- Microcontroller development
- Low level / bare metal programming
Embedded Software Engineer in Birmingham employer: Chroma Recruitment
As a leading space technology organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. Located in the heart of the UK space sector, we offer competitive benefits, continuous professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that shape the future of space technology. Join us to be part of a collaborative team that values creativity, encourages growth, and is dedicated to delivering exceptional results in the exciting field of space exploration.
