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Junior Embedded Software Engineer (23877)

South Cambs
to £40k DoE
Filled

C, C++, Embedded Linux, Security Clearance

Our client is looking to expand their software team and are seeking Junior Embedded Software Engineers (recent graduates up to 3 years’ experience) to help solve some of the hardest engineering problems in sensing, data collection and communications.

As well as an excellent degree from a leading university you will:

  • have experience of designing and developing software in C and one or more of C++, C# and Java
  • have knowledge of Linux systems, with experience of Embedded Linux software development (preferably on ARM platforms)
  • be able to quickly learn new languages and skills
  • have a strong understanding of computer hardware and comfortable developing software for a variety of platforms
  • have excellent oral and written communication skills
  • be self-motivated with a focus on problem solving, attention to detail and delivering results

The following would also be an advantage:

  • Python
  • Real time development in C
  • Linux driver development
  • Knowledge of communications protocols
  • Open source software contributions
  • Experience with optimising code: finding bottlenecks and fixing them

Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be willing to undergo, and eligible to achieve, HMG security clearance up to at least SC level.

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