Computer Futures - London & S.E(Permanent and Contract)
Cwmbran, Gwent
Imagine joining a company where your ideas shape the future of intelligent LED lighting cabin technologies working for some of the biggest names in commercial aviation. Where you're trusted with autonomy, encouraged to collaborate closely with hardware and electronics engineers, and given the freedom to lead a new project from the ground up. It's an opportunity to be part of a small, close-knit team that values flexibility, innovation, and a family-like culture. You'll play a key role in developing advanced lighting and safety systems for high-reliability environments, with real-world impact across the commercial aviation sector. As an Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer , you'll be hands-on with cutting-edge Embedded solutions that prioritise both performance and sustainability. Designing systems that reduce environmental impact through energy-efficient operation. This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 4 days per week on-site at the South Wales office. What You'll Be Doing Designing and implementing Embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers and programmable logic devices Developing low-level drivers, communication protocols, and Real Time control logic Writing efficient, maintainable code in C/C++ Contributing to system architecture, requirements definition, and hardware integration Debugging and resolving firmware issues across development and production Supporting secure firmware update mechanisms and bootloaders Participating in verification and validation activities, including unit and system testing Maintaining clear technical documentation throughout the development life cycle Collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and QA teams What We're Looking For A degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field Solid experience in Embedded software/firmware development Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with Real Time or bare-metal systems Strong understanding of microcontrollers and digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN) Confidence using lab tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers Familiarity with version control systems (eg, Git) and Agile development practices Experience with safety-critical or high-integrity systems (eg, aerospace, automotive) Exposure to FPGA development or low-level hardware programming Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing What You'll Get in Return 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Christmas shutdown 5% company pension contribution Death in service benefit Annual bonus scheme (based on company and individual performance) 37.5-hour work week Early finish Fridays (1pm finish) Free annual eye test Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) You'll be joining a supportive and technically capable team that values clear communication, practical problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The company offers flexible working arrangements and encourages ongoing professional development. If this role sounds of interest and you meet a handful of the requirements, please apply and we'll be in touch to share some further information. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
04/07/2025
Full time
Imagine joining a company where your ideas shape the future of intelligent LED lighting cabin technologies working for some of the biggest names in commercial aviation. Where you're trusted with autonomy, encouraged to collaborate closely with hardware and electronics engineers, and given the freedom to lead a new project from the ground up. It's an opportunity to be part of a small, close-knit team that values flexibility, innovation, and a family-like culture. You'll play a key role in developing advanced lighting and safety systems for high-reliability environments, with real-world impact across the commercial aviation sector. As an Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer , you'll be hands-on with cutting-edge Embedded solutions that prioritise both performance and sustainability. Designing systems that reduce environmental impact through energy-efficient operation. This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 4 days per week on-site at the South Wales office. What You'll Be Doing Designing and implementing Embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers and programmable logic devices Developing low-level drivers, communication protocols, and Real Time control logic Writing efficient, maintainable code in C/C++ Contributing to system architecture, requirements definition, and hardware integration Debugging and resolving firmware issues across development and production Supporting secure firmware update mechanisms and bootloaders Participating in verification and validation activities, including unit and system testing Maintaining clear technical documentation throughout the development life cycle Collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and QA teams What We're Looking For A degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field Solid experience in Embedded software/firmware development Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with Real Time or bare-metal systems Strong understanding of microcontrollers and digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN) Confidence using lab tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers Familiarity with version control systems (eg, Git) and Agile development practices Experience with safety-critical or high-integrity systems (eg, aerospace, automotive) Exposure to FPGA development or low-level hardware programming Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing What You'll Get in Return 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays Christmas shutdown 5% company pension contribution Death in service benefit Annual bonus scheme (based on company and individual performance) 37.5-hour work week Early finish Fridays (1pm finish) Free annual eye test Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) You'll be joining a supportive and technically capable team that values clear communication, practical problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The company offers flexible working arrangements and encourages ongoing professional development. If this role sounds of interest and you meet a handful of the requirements, please apply and we'll be in touch to share some further information. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
Helvetica Partners Sarl
Sankt Gallen, Sankt Gallen
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a C++/Embedded Linux Software Engineer. The role is permanent position based in St. Gallen Canton & comes with some office flexibility. Your role: Contribute with your C++ & Linux know-how in a wide range of development & customer projects in industrial & automation environments. Carry out software development in an Embedded Linux systems environment. Integrate & adapt essential Linux components, including the integration of drivers, the installation of security patches & the implementation of cloud clients. Create customized Yocto Linux distributions that are tailored to specific hardware. Implement & perform automated & manual tests & contribute to the continuous expansion of the test infrastructure. Support smooth development process by expanding & maintaining a CI/CD pipeline. Work closely with project management & hardware development. Your Skills & Experience: At least 2 of professional experience in C++ & Embedded Linux Software Development, ideally including in combination with Yocto-Linux. Experienced within Highly Regulated Environments & Industries, preferably including within the Medical Technology sector. Ideally experienced in most of the following: Embedded Security, OSS, Common Frameworks (such as Qt, Flutter, etc), Electronics & common Communication Interfaces. Your Profile: Completed University Degree in the area Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar. Fluent in English (spoken & written), any German language skills are considered highly advantageous.
03/07/2025
Full time
We are currently looking on behalf of one of our important clients for a C++/Embedded Linux Software Engineer. The role is permanent position based in St. Gallen Canton & comes with some office flexibility. Your role: Contribute with your C++ & Linux know-how in a wide range of development & customer projects in industrial & automation environments. Carry out software development in an Embedded Linux systems environment. Integrate & adapt essential Linux components, including the integration of drivers, the installation of security patches & the implementation of cloud clients. Create customized Yocto Linux distributions that are tailored to specific hardware. Implement & perform automated & manual tests & contribute to the continuous expansion of the test infrastructure. Support smooth development process by expanding & maintaining a CI/CD pipeline. Work closely with project management & hardware development. Your Skills & Experience: At least 2 of professional experience in C++ & Embedded Linux Software Development, ideally including in combination with Yocto-Linux. Experienced within Highly Regulated Environments & Industries, preferably including within the Medical Technology sector. Ideally experienced in most of the following: Embedded Security, OSS, Common Frameworks (such as Qt, Flutter, etc), Electronics & common Communication Interfaces. Your Profile: Completed University Degree in the area Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar. Fluent in English (spoken & written), any German language skills are considered highly advantageous.
FPGA Design Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) We're supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced safety-critical systems across regulated industries. They're looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join on a contract basis (outside IR35) , contributing to a key phase of a high-reliability hardware programme. This is an opportunity to apply your FPGA expertise on Real Time, Embedded systems that demand precision, integrity, and certification-ready design. Key Responsibilities: Full life cycle FPGA development using VHDL - from architecture and coding through to simulation and testbench creation Work to stringent quality and traceability standards, including DO-254 compliance Close collaboration with hardware, software, and systems engineers to integrate FPGA designs into wider platforms Documentation and technical reporting to meet project milestones and certification needs Essential Skills: Strong hands-on experience with FPGA development in VHDL Previous work on safety-critical or high-reliability systems DO-254 experience - ideally delivering DAL B or C designs Familiarity with verification methodologies and simulation tools (eg ModelSim, Vivado, etc.) Able to work autonomously in a multi-disciplinary team Contract Details: Outside IR35 Initial 6-month engagement with likely extension Hybrid working - 2 Days Per Week Onsite Please apply for immediate consideration.
03/07/2025
Project-based
FPGA Design Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) We're supporting a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced safety-critical systems across regulated industries. They're looking for an experienced FPGA Design Engineer to join on a contract basis (outside IR35) , contributing to a key phase of a high-reliability hardware programme. This is an opportunity to apply your FPGA expertise on Real Time, Embedded systems that demand precision, integrity, and certification-ready design. Key Responsibilities: Full life cycle FPGA development using VHDL - from architecture and coding through to simulation and testbench creation Work to stringent quality and traceability standards, including DO-254 compliance Close collaboration with hardware, software, and systems engineers to integrate FPGA designs into wider platforms Documentation and technical reporting to meet project milestones and certification needs Essential Skills: Strong hands-on experience with FPGA development in VHDL Previous work on safety-critical or high-reliability systems DO-254 experience - ideally delivering DAL B or C designs Familiarity with verification methodologies and simulation tools (eg ModelSim, Vivado, etc.) Able to work autonomously in a multi-disciplinary team Contract Details: Outside IR35 Initial 6-month engagement with likely extension Hybrid working - 2 Days Per Week Onsite Please apply for immediate consideration.
Systems Engineer - Chassis Motion Control Role Summary As a Systems Engineer - Chassis Motion Control , you will lead the design, development, and validation of advanced vehicle motion control systems, including electronic stability control (ESC), brake control, active suspension, and steering systems . You will be responsible for system architecture, requirements engineering, and ensuring functional safety compliance to standards like ISO 26262 . Function Overview You will support the delivery of the Driver Modes System across current and future vehicle platforms for a premium Midlands-based OEM , managing the life cycle from definition through to model delivery, validation, and final sign-off. Key Stakeholders Customers Product Owners Scrum Masters Technical Specialists Electrical, Design & Release (ED&R) Engineers Key Responsibilities Define system architecture for chassis motion control systems (braking, steering, suspension). Develop functional and non-functional requirements based on vehicle dynamics targets and OEM/customer specifications. Build system-level models (MATLAB/Simulink) to simulate and validate control strategies. Translate stakeholder requirements into detailed system specifications with full traceability. Collaborate closely with software and hardware teams on interface and integration requirements. Apply ISO 26262 principles: conduct HARA (Hazard Analysis & Risk Assessment), define safety goals, and support safety case development. Define and execute validation plans , including simulation, bench testing, and vehicle testing for dynamic performance, fail-safe operation, and edge cases. Ensure full alignment across requirements, design, verification, and validation processes. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Automotive, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering , or related discipline. Minimum 6 years' industry experience , preferably in automotive motion/chassis control. Proven delivery of complex mechatronic systems from concept to production. Strong background in systems engineering , including requirements management and change control processes. Experienced with ISO 26262 functional safety for active control systems. Proficient in tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, INCA, CANape, CANalyzer, DOORS, Polarion . Solid knowledge of vehicle dynamics, control systems, Embedded systems , and chassis electronics (ECUs, sensors, actuators). Skilled in issue resolution techniques (eg, 8D, Fishbone, Root Cause Analysis ). Practical experience with Jira, Confluence , and systems documentation tools like Lucidchart . Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Full UK driving license . Desirable Skills Deep understanding of vehicle dynamics , particularly in active systems domains . Experience delivering integrated motion control systems for major OEMs. Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (eg, MSOSA). Hands-on vehicle testing experience, including both subjective and objective evaluation of active chassis systems. Knowledge of automotive networks , diagnostics, fault handling, and related development tools.
02/07/2025
Project-based
Systems Engineer - Chassis Motion Control Role Summary As a Systems Engineer - Chassis Motion Control , you will lead the design, development, and validation of advanced vehicle motion control systems, including electronic stability control (ESC), brake control, active suspension, and steering systems . You will be responsible for system architecture, requirements engineering, and ensuring functional safety compliance to standards like ISO 26262 . Function Overview You will support the delivery of the Driver Modes System across current and future vehicle platforms for a premium Midlands-based OEM , managing the life cycle from definition through to model delivery, validation, and final sign-off. Key Stakeholders Customers Product Owners Scrum Masters Technical Specialists Electrical, Design & Release (ED&R) Engineers Key Responsibilities Define system architecture for chassis motion control systems (braking, steering, suspension). Develop functional and non-functional requirements based on vehicle dynamics targets and OEM/customer specifications. Build system-level models (MATLAB/Simulink) to simulate and validate control strategies. Translate stakeholder requirements into detailed system specifications with full traceability. Collaborate closely with software and hardware teams on interface and integration requirements. Apply ISO 26262 principles: conduct HARA (Hazard Analysis & Risk Assessment), define safety goals, and support safety case development. Define and execute validation plans , including simulation, bench testing, and vehicle testing for dynamic performance, fail-safe operation, and edge cases. Ensure full alignment across requirements, design, verification, and validation processes. Essential Skills & Experience Degree in Automotive, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering , or related discipline. Minimum 6 years' industry experience , preferably in automotive motion/chassis control. Proven delivery of complex mechatronic systems from concept to production. Strong background in systems engineering , including requirements management and change control processes. Experienced with ISO 26262 functional safety for active control systems. Proficient in tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, INCA, CANape, CANalyzer, DOORS, Polarion . Solid knowledge of vehicle dynamics, control systems, Embedded systems , and chassis electronics (ECUs, sensors, actuators). Skilled in issue resolution techniques (eg, 8D, Fishbone, Root Cause Analysis ). Practical experience with Jira, Confluence , and systems documentation tools like Lucidchart . Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. Full UK driving license . Desirable Skills Deep understanding of vehicle dynamics , particularly in active systems domains . Experience delivering integrated motion control systems for major OEMs. Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools (eg, MSOSA). Hands-on vehicle testing experience, including both subjective and objective evaluation of active chassis systems. Knowledge of automotive networks , diagnostics, fault handling, and related development tools.
Embedded Software Engineer Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working with a minimum of x2 days in the office, you will need to be based locally) c£45,000 per year Plus an excellent company benefits package (including Private Pension, Bonuses, Life Insurance, Private Healthcare, etc.) The Opportunity: My client based in the sustainability sector are currently on the lookout for an Embedded Software Engineer where some of your core duties will include high-level and low-level development on a bare metal implementation, with deep involvement in the team and projects. There are opportunities for involvement in a range of the team's responsibilities, including solution design, architecture and test automation; as well as understanding the underlying technologies and C language. The work would involve both driver-level and application-level development and my client looks favourably on someone with a personal interest and passion for Embedded systems. Skills and Experience: Experience of software development, with proficiency in Embedded software Experience architecting Embedded systems Proficiency and excellent understanding of the C language Bare metal programming experience Code optimisation for performance, size and reliability Experience with the Microchip development suite (MPLAB, XC32 etc.) Working experience using PIC32 or a similar Microchip product Familiarity of Python Familiarity with C++ techniques A keen interest in Embedded systems not just in work but in your personal time as well Experience automating testing for Embedded systems Unit testing experience Practical experience of end-to-end IoT operation Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about our exciting client based in Devon and their ongoing growth plans as they continue to increase their market-share and release an exciting range of new products
01/07/2025
Full time
Embedded Software Engineer Exeter, Devon (Hybrid-Working with a minimum of x2 days in the office, you will need to be based locally) c£45,000 per year Plus an excellent company benefits package (including Private Pension, Bonuses, Life Insurance, Private Healthcare, etc.) The Opportunity: My client based in the sustainability sector are currently on the lookout for an Embedded Software Engineer where some of your core duties will include high-level and low-level development on a bare metal implementation, with deep involvement in the team and projects. There are opportunities for involvement in a range of the team's responsibilities, including solution design, architecture and test automation; as well as understanding the underlying technologies and C language. The work would involve both driver-level and application-level development and my client looks favourably on someone with a personal interest and passion for Embedded systems. Skills and Experience: Experience of software development, with proficiency in Embedded software Experience architecting Embedded systems Proficiency and excellent understanding of the C language Bare metal programming experience Code optimisation for performance, size and reliability Experience with the Microchip development suite (MPLAB, XC32 etc.) Working experience using PIC32 or a similar Microchip product Familiarity of Python Familiarity with C++ techniques A keen interest in Embedded systems not just in work but in your personal time as well Experience automating testing for Embedded systems Unit testing experience Practical experience of end-to-end IoT operation Please contact John here at ISR to learn more about our exciting client based in Devon and their ongoing growth plans as they continue to increase their market-share and release an exciting range of new products