Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Matchtech
Cardigan, Dyfed, United Kingdom
Today
Seniority
Senior
Posted
23 Jun 2026 (Today)

Our client, a leading provider of autonomous systems and unmanned aerial solutions, is currently seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to join their team at Aberporth Airport, West Wales. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop cutting-edge software for UAV platforms within the Defence & Security sector.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for UAV systems and subsystems

Implement low-level drivers and interfaces for sensors, actuators, avionics, and communication systems

Develop software for real-time and embedded environments, ensuring deterministic and reliable performance

Integrate software with hardware platforms and support system-level integration activities

Support testing and validation, including bench testing, simulation, ground trials, and flight testing

Debug and troubleshoot software and hardware integration issues

Contribute to software architecture, design documentation, and coding standards

Work with systems engineering teams to interpret requirements and ensure traceability

Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement of software development practices

Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards

Required Skills & Experience:

Degree (or equivalent experience) in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline

Strong programming experience in C/C++ for embedded systems

Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal development

Solid understanding of embedded systems architecture, microcontrollers, and hardware/software interfacing

Experience with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, or Ethernet

Debugging experience using tools such as JTAG, logic analysers, and oscilloscopes

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)

Understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices

Desirable Skills:

Experience in aerospace, UAV/UAS, robotics, or defence-related systems

Knowledge of flight control systems or autopilot software

Familiarity with Linux-based embedded systems

Experience with model-based design (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink)

Understanding of safety-critical software standards (e.g., DO-178C or similar)

Experience with telemetry, networking, and secure communications

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks

If you are an experienced Embedded Software Engineer with expertise in embedded C looking for a challenging new role in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in delivering advanced UAV solutions

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