Embedded System Reliability Engineer

EA Technology is a well‑established, positive culture‑based company that values collaboration, creativity, integrity, and impact.

We’re looking for an Embedded Systems Reliability Engineer to join our CTO Development team.

This role requires 50/50 WFH and on‑site working (Capenhurst CH1 6ES) over the course of the year, flexing as projects require.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Embedded Systems Reliability Engineer with proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer) to join us to:

• Investigate and resolve complex bugs across embedded and desktop systems, implementing fixes and systemic quality improvements
• Develop and maintain tools for automated testing, diagnostics and release validation using Python and Bash
• Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines for embedded firmware (Buildroot/make) and desktop applications (CMake/Qt), integrating quality gates and static analysis
• Define, monitor and drive improvements against key reliability metrics (e.g. crash frequency, memory stability, startup success)
• Improve diagnostic visibility through structured logging, crash data capture and telemetry via MQTT
• Collaborate with hardware, software and test engineers to embed quality and reliability throughout the development lifecycle

Requirements

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics or equivalent working experience
• Proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer) for embedded and cross‑platform desktop development
• Strong scripting experience in Python and Bash for tooling and test automation
• Experience with CMake, make, and CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, Azure Pipelines)
• Familiarity with Docker for embedded software builds and containerised testing
• Confident in debugging across firmware, OS and application layers
• Deep understanding of Embedded Linux (Buildroot), system configuration and device‑level development
• Familiarity with MQTT and messaging protocols used in distributed systems
• Experience with Qt and GUI development for Windows and Linux environments
• Working knowledge of observability concepts, incident response and long‑term reliability strategies
• Exposure to hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing and embedded diagnostics

What we can offer you

• Up to £60,000 p.a DOE
• Career development opportunities: genuine pathways for growth within our company
• 25 days of annual leave (FTE) plus bank holidays, with an extra day for every three years completed (up to 30 days). Ability to buy an additional 5 days
• Pension contributions of 8% from the employer (or cash equivalent)
• Comprehensive benefits, including Group Life Insurance, Income Protection, and Critical Illness cover (or cash equivalents)
• Private Medical Insurance (single cover or cash equivalent)
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where amazing colleagues inspire each other every day

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Energy Technology, Electric Power Transmission, Control and Distribution, and Services for Renewable Energy

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