At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a pioneering team to develop cutting-edge drone technology and shape the future of UAV systems.
- Company: Innovative company transforming the UK's drone landscape with next-gen technology.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, relocation support, equity options, and hands-on development opportunities.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-growth sector while working with advanced embedded software.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in embedded software, strong Rust skills, and a collaborative mindset.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
This pioneering company is on a mission to transform the UK's drone technology landscape and is already making significant strides in advancing next-generation UAV systems. From cutting-edge flight control electronics to high-performance airborne platforms, they are redefining what's possible in the drone space. As they accelerate development of their drone platforms, they are expanding their Embedded Software team and seeking ambitious Senior Embedded Software Engineers to play a critical role in shaping the future of their airborne systems.
Salaries range from £60,000 (3 years' experience) to £140,000 for more experienced engineers, alongside relocation support and serious equity — reflecting their commitment to attracting top-tier talent. This is a rare opportunity to make an immediate impact on real-world UAV technology, remaining hands-on with development while helping define the embedded software architecture of a company scaling at pace in a high-growth sector.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer essential requirements:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in embedded software development
- Strong proficiency in Rust (C/C++ beneficial)
- Experience developing software for resource-constrained or real-time systems
- Proactive, collaborative mindset with strong ownership of projects
- Resident in the UK for at least 5 years
Senior Embedded Software Engineer desirable skills:
- Experience working in start-ups or scale-ups, particularly fast-paced R&D environments
- Experience leading projects or mentoring junior engineers
- Embedded Rust experience (e.g. no_std, Embassy, RTIC) or RTOS exposure (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)
- Embedded Linux experience
- Device drivers, low-level hardware interfacing, and board bring-up
- Real-time systems, multi-threading, and performance optimisation
- Sensor integration (IMUs, cameras, GPS) and data processing pipelines
- Communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet)
- Wireless communication stacks and telemetry systems
- Familiarity with control systems, flight software, or robotics
- CI/CD, testing, and debugging on embedded targets
Senior Embedded Software Engineer (Rust) employer: Enterprise Recruitment Limited
Join a forward-thinking company in Letchworth that prioritises the growth and development of its engineers, offering a unique opportunity to become a subject matter expert in hardware engineering. With a strong emphasis on mentorship, flexible hybrid working, and a comprehensive benefits package including training budgets and performance bonuses, this is an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a collaborative and innovative culture.
Contact Details:
Enterprise Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
