Embedded Software Engineer - BSP in Essex

Embedded Software Engineer - BSP in Essex

Essex Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Develop and optimise low-level software for next-gen embedded products.
  • Company: Established engineering and technology company with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career advancement potential.
  • Why this job: Join a hands-on role shaping the future of embedded technology.
  • Qualifications: Experience in embedded software development and strong knowledge of ARM and Linux.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

An established engineering and technology company is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to take a leading role in developing board support packages (BSPs) and low‑level software for its next generation of embedded products. This is a hands‑on, hardware‑proximal role focused on enabling new platforms, building robust BSPs, and delivering reliable system performance on ARM‑based architectures. You'll work across device drivers, kernel configuration, and hardware bring‑up, shaping how new boards and features are supported from the ground up. You'll collaborate closely with hardware, firmware, and wider engineering teams, contributing across the full software lifecycle and ensuring production‑ready embedded solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and optimise low‑level device drivers for ARM‑based platforms.
  • Lead BSP development, hardware enablement, and board bring‑up activities.
  • Design and implement Embedded C software for constrained environments.
  • Own and enhance bootloader functionality and early system initialisation.
  • Configure, integrate, and debug the Linux kernel for new and existing platforms.
  • Build, customise, and maintain Yocto‑based Linux distributions.
  • Work closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineering to resolve issues early and ensure smooth integration.

About You

  • Strong experience in embedded software development within engineering or technology environments.
  • Proven background in BSP development, device drivers, bootloaders, and kernel‑level work.
  • Solid understanding of Yocto, build systems, and Linux internals.
  • Confident working with ARM processors, toolchains, and debugging tools.
  • Analytical, detail‑focused, and able to collaborate effectively across functions.

Qualifications

  • Degree or equivalent experience in Embedded Systems, Electronics, Computer Engineering, or similar.
  • Experience with BSPs, Linux kernel development - Yocto is highly advantageous.

Embedded Software Engineer - BSP in Essex employer: Verso Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Embedded Software Engineer - BSP in Essex

Embedded Software Development
Board Support Package (BSP) Development
Device Driver Development
Bootloader Functionality
Linux Kernel Configuration
Yocto Build Systems
ARM Architecture Proficiency