Embedded Software Engineer

2 weeks ago

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Meritus Full time £100,000 - £120,000 per year

Software Engineer - Embedded Systems (Safety-Critical)


Stevenage | Onsite (some hybrid flexibility)

£70 per hour via umbrella | 6-month contract (extensions likely)

Overview

A leading defence technology company is seeking a skilled
Software Engineer
to join their development team in Stevenage. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering
safety-critical, real-time embedded software
for next-generation missile and defence systems.

This is a hands-on role working across the full software development lifecycle - from requirements and design through to testing, verification, and delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, test, and verify embedded software in
    C/C++
    for safety-critical real-time systems.
  • Work across the full software lifecycle, including requirements capture, design, implementation, integration, and formal verification.
  • Support system integration and debugging using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers.
  • Create and maintain accurate technical documentation to meet safety and quality standards.
  • Collaborate closely with systems, electronics, and integration engineers.
  • Ensure compliance with safety-critical standards such as
    DO-178C Level B
    or equivalent.

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

  • Proven experience developing
    bare-metal embedded software
    in C/C++.
  • Strong understanding of the full software lifecycle, including requirements and verification.
  • Experience with
    requirements management and version control tools
    (e.g., DOORS, GIT, RTC).
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and solve complex technical issues.
  • Excellent attention to detail and structured approach to documentation.

Desirable:

  • Experience working to
    DO-178C, SIL-4, or similar safety integrity standards
    .
  • Familiarity with tools such as
    LDRA, RAPITA, or SCADE
    .
  • Knowledge of
    defence or aerospace systems
    and microcontroller-based development.
  • Experience in
    Python, C++, or modelling tools
    for simulation or testing.

What's on Offer

  • £70 per hour (via umbrella)
  • 6-month contract with likely extensions
  • Onsite in Stevenage (some hybrid flexibility)
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge defence and aerospace projects

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