Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Lead Embedded Software Engineer - Scotland

A UK-based space technology company is building advanced software used on real spacecraft missions worldwide. Its products help organisations develop reliable, reusable flight software more quickly, using modern engineering approaches. The business is employee-owned, growing rapidly, and driven by a strong culture of technical excellence, collaboration and long-term thinking.

What is in it for you:

Salary up to £65,000

Flexible working with the occasional visits to Edinburgh office

36 days’ annual leave

6% employer pension contribution

Health cash plan, life assurance and enhanced sick pay

Employee ownership and a genuine voice in the business

Ongoing investment in learning, development and conferences

A supportive, inclusive culture where your work directly impacts space missions

The Role:

This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role with responsibility for a flagship flight software product used across multiple space missions. 

You’ll guide its technical direction, influence future product development, and work closely with engineers, customers and commercial teams to ensure the software continues to meet demanding real-world needs.

Alongside product ownership, you’ll lead and develop a team of flight software engineers, setting technical standards, supporting career growth and creating an environment where high-quality engineering thrives.

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

Strong background in embedded software engineering, with significant professional experience

Excellent C programming skills, including work on embedded platforms (e.g. ARM-based systems)

Solid understanding of operating systems, multitasking and low-level hardware interaction

Experience leading technical design and solving complex engineering problems

Comfortable working across the full software lifecycle, from requirements to delivery

Experience working in a Linux-based development environment with version control and CI principles

Ability to communicate clearly, lead by example and support the growth of other engineers

Confident communication skills

Please APPLY NOW with your most up-to-date CV for consideration.

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