At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise motor control algorithms for next-gen propulsion systems.
- Company: Cutting-edge start-up in Reading with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, equity, flexible working options, and great benefits.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a high-impact team shaping the future of motor drive technology.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in embedded C/C++ and experience in a lead role.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Reading
KO2’s client, a cutting-edge and rapidly scaling start-up based in Reading, is looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer to play a key role in developing next-generation motor drive and propulsion systems. This is a high-impact opportunity to work on advanced embedded platforms at the intersection of real-time control, power electronics, and high-performance firmware, helping to shape both product direction and engineering culture from an early stage.
- Develop and optimise motor control algorithms for BLDC motors, including field-oriented control, sensorless commutation, and current loop tuning.
- Optimise firmware for performance, memory efficiency, and deterministic real-time behaviour on resource-constrained microcontrollers.
- Collaborate closely with power electronics engineers to define hardware–firmware interfaces (gate drivers, current sensing, ADC configuration, protection logic).
- Establish engineering best practices: version control, code reviews, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Conduct system-level validation including hardware-in-the-loop testing, dynamometer integration, and field trials.
5+ years of hands-on experience in embedded C/C++ for real-time systems.
Experience in a technical lead or architect role, owning firmware from concept through production.
Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, unit testing, and modern development workflows.
Competitive salary, equity, and benefits package.
Flexible and hybrid working options.
Senior Embedded Software Engineer/Software Development in Reading employer: KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions LTD
KO2’s client is an innovative start-up in Reading, offering a dynamic work environment where creativity and technical expertise thrive. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, equity options, and a flexible hybrid working model, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. This role not only allows you to contribute to cutting-edge technology but also provides ample opportunities for professional growth and influence within the company.
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