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Principal Embedded Software Engineer | £70-90k | Reading | Remote, with occasional visits
My client is an elite company providing media content solutions. Due to sustained success, they are expanding their R&D team.
They're seeking a Principal Software Engineer with a strong background in embedded systems and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead software architecture across the full stack, from UI and services to kernel-level development.
- Collaborate with hardware and FPGA teams to deliver tightly integrated, high-speed embedded systems.
- Mentor engineers, drive best practices, and contribute to recruitment and technical leadership.
Essential Experience:
- 10+ years in C++ software development in a Linux environment
- Experience building complex software for custom hardware, including device interfacing.
- Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
Desirable Skills:
- Exposure to Qt, Yocto, Linux kernel, or device driver development.
- Knowledge of high-speed data, graphics processing, or networking (TCP/IP, multicast).
- Familiarity with Python, GitLab, or AWS
Benefits:
- £70-90k (Dependent on experience)
- Very generous bonus scheme
- Ability to work nearly remotely, with occasional office visits
- Private medical, dental, and optical care
Interested in architecting cutting-edge embedded solutions?
Apply now to make a difference!
Platform Recruitment: Platform recruitment covers a wide range of IT and Engineering positions, including C++, Embedded, Electronics, Mechanical, DevOps, Cloud, Support, Project Management, Technical Sales, and more.
