Principal/Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Cambridge
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Job Description
We’re seeking a Principal/Senior Embedded Software Engineer to take a leading role in the development and evolution of our embedded software across both new products and established designs. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys guiding technical direction, mentoring others, and driving projects to completion in a practical, real‑world engineering environment.
About the Role
As a senior member of the engineering team, you will shape software architecture, lead development activities, and ensure high‑quality delivery across multiple projects. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams — including hardware, systems, test, and product — to ensure seamless integration and robust performance.
This role combines hands‑on embedded development with technical leadership, making it perfect for someone who wants to stay close to the code while influencing broader engineering outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of embedded software in C
- Drive technical direction across new projects and updates to existing designs
- Conduct and oversee code reviews, ensuring high standards and best practices
- Mentor and support junior and mid‑level engineers
- Collaborate with hardware, firmware, systems, and product teams to align requirements and resolve issues
- Ensure effective use of Git workflows and version control processes
- Provide technical input during planning, estimation, and design discussions
- Troubleshoot complex issues on ARM‑based microcontrollers and processors
Required Skills & Experience
- Extensive experience with Embedded C development
- Strong proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows
- Deep understanding of ARM architectures and low‑level programming
- Proven experience leading projects or technical workstreams
- Strong debugging, problem‑solving, and system‑level thinking
- Comfortable working across both legacy codebases and new designs
- Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional collaboration
What We’re Looking For
- A hands‑on technical leader who can guide others while contributing directly
- Someone who enjoys balancing new development with iterative improvement of existing products
- A clear communicator who can work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- A proactive engineer who takes ownership and drives projects forward
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits
- A senior role with real influence over product direction and engineering quality
- Opportunities to mentor, lead, and shape best practices
- A supportive environment where practical engineering and collaboration are valued
If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.
- Location:
- Cambridge
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineer, Software Engineer, Embedded Software, Senior, Engineering, Software