Software & Embedded Systems Manager South Sheffield £60,000 - £75,000 + benefits KO2’s client is looking for a Software & Embedded Systems Manager to lead a multidisciplinary R&D team working across embedded software, wireless systems and next-generation connected products. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining people management, technical direction and delivery responsibility across a growing engineering function. The successful candidate will oversee software development activities spanning embedded Linux, RTOS-based systems, MCU development and wireless technologies, ensuring projects are delivered to specification, on time and to a high level of quality. You will play a key role in driving technical standards, mentoring engineers and shaping future product development, while working closely with senior leadership on planning, resource allocation and team growth. The Role Lead and manage a team of embedded software and electronics engineers Provide technical leadership across embedded Linux, RTOS and wireless product development Oversee concept, design and development activities from architecture through to release Ensure software quality, stability and robust bug resolution processes Support resource planning, recruitment, training, performance management and team development Work closely with hardware teams, understanding schematics and system-level design considerations Contribute to the development of both legacy and next-generation embedded platforms Drive engineering best practice across software development and product delivery Essential Experience Strong leadership and people management experience within an engineering environment Commercial experience with embedded Linux and/or RTOS development Experience with MCU-based embedded systems and low-level programming Good understanding of electronics and the ability to interpret hardware schematics Experience working on connected or wireless embedded products Strong understanding of embedded software development lifecycles and product quality processes Desirable Experience Experience with Sub-1GHz RF systems or wireless communication technologies Knowledge of Linux kernel development Understanding of low-power embedded product design Experience with modern C++ (C++11 or later) Familiarity with regulated or standards-driven product environments Experience leading multidisciplinary R&D teams within an embedded systems environment This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering leader who enjoys combining hands-on technical involvement with team leadership in a fast-paced product development environment.
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