Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer – Contract (Belfast)

Embedded C/C++ Software Engineer – Contract

Location: Belfast (Hybrid, 4 days in Belfast office per week)

Contract: Daily Rate (6 Months -extension likely)

Overview:

We’re looking for an experienced Embedded C/C++ Engineer to join a high-performance team working on advanced audio and Bluetooth technologies. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in low-level development, code optimisation, and Linux-based embedded systems, along with exposure to LC3 codecs and Bluetooth stack integration.

This is a great opportunity to work on meaningful, performance-driven projects in a hybrid setup based in Belfast.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimise embedded software using C/C++ for audio and Bluetooth systems.

• Work with Linux-based embedded environments and contribute to system-level development.

• Improve software performance and resource efficiency through low-level optimisation.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issues in embedded platforms.

• Collaborate with other developers and system engineers to deliver reliable solutions.

• Contribute to audio feature development and integration (LC3, Bluetooth codecs).

• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.

• Participate in Agile/Scrum teams and technical discussions.

Required Skills:

• 3+ years of experience in embedded software engineering using C/C++.

• Strong background in code optimisation for constrained hardware platforms.

• Experience with Linux embedded systems development and debugging.

• Familiarity with LC3 codecs, Bluetooth stack, and real-time audio streaming.

• Understanding of system resource management and low-level programming techniques.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working in the audio or wireless communications domain.

• Familiarity with scripting (e.g., Python or Bash) and automation tools.

• Prior work with Bluetooth LE and protocol stack tuning.

Contract Details:

• Competitive daily rate

• Hybrid working (Belfast office, flexible remote options)

• 6–12 month contract with potential for extension

• To apply, send your CV or get in touch with Jennifer Curran, Senior IT contract Recruiter for a confidential chat about the role.