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Embedded C++ Software Engineer

Zenovo
Bristol, United Kingdom
Last week
£50,000 – £60,000 pa

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£50,000 – £60,000 pa

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Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
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Degree
Posted
20 May 2026 (Last week)

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Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer (C++ / Linux)
Location: Bristol (2/3 Days Per Week On-Site)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + Bonus & Benefits (Depending on Experience)

Note: Only candidates with permanent, unrestricted UK working rights will be considered, as visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Overview:

We are looking for a skilled Embedded Software Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimise Embedded C++ software for Linux-based systems.

This role will focus on developing Embedded Software for systems & products used in industrial, aerospace, automotive & manufacturing sectors.

A successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional engineering teams, integrating software with hardware and supporting the full product lifecycle of a next generation product.

Responsibilities:

-Design, implement, and maintain embedded C++ software for Linux platforms

- Work closely with hardware, systems and design engineers to integrate software with embedded devices

- Debug, test, and optimise software for performance and reliability

- Contribute to software architecture, APIs, and technical documentation

- Support validation, testing, and product release processes

- Collaborate in cross-functional engineering teams to solve complex technical problems

Experience Required:

- Strong proficiency in Embedded C++

- Experience with Linux-based embedded systems

- Familiarity with debugging tools, version control, and software development workflows

- Experience with device drivers or low-level hardware interfaces

- Knowledge of communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet)

- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

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