Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Arm; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks skilled engineers to develop and improve software for next-gen architectures and systems. Responsibilities include low-level software development, testing, and automation of solutions. Candidates must have strong C/C++ programming skills, experience in software testing, and a good understanding of system architecture. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent C/C++ programming skills with debugging capabilities.
• Experience in software testing and development.
• Understanding of system architecture and OS fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and debug firmware for various platforms.
• Create software stacks for reference platforms.
• Automate testing and streamline development tasks.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Debugging

Software testing experience

Linux/Windows proficiency

Test methodologies

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Python

Linux kernel knowledge

Job description

Locations: Bristol, Cambridge or Manchester

Job Overview:

The Software (CE-SW) group is responsible for developing and improving the software ecosystem around Arm's next generation architectures and systems. This means working with processors and other hardware technology not yet available to the public. You will join a team of Software Engineers who share a passion for leaving their mark on the future of computing.

We are looking for highly capable engineers to work in the areas of Client/Server/IoT, ready to use their knowledge and experience to ensure we continue to deliver software with the level of quality demanded by our customers.

If you are similarly passionate about innovative technologies, then we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Active involvement in the software design and test of reference application processor firmware. Your day-to-day role will involve:

• Low level software development, test and debug on various platforms, including software models, development boards and shipping products.
• Creating software stacks for Arm’s reference platforms for future Arm devices.
• Development of test code
• Create automation solutions to streamline and minimize manual testing and development tasks.
• We want you to be able to analyse industry specs, roadmap requirements, breakdown tasks and help implement the project plans.
• Your activities will involve upstreaming and maintenance.

Required Skills and Experience

• Excellent C/C++ programming skills with the ability to add significant new functionality, analyse and fix complex defects. Some knowledge of assembly and strong debugging skills are preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with software testing or software development.
• Expertise in application and low-level systems, with a strong understanding of system architecture (preferably ARM), OS fundamentals, bootloaders, and device drivers. Proficiency in Linux/Windows operating systems and driver development is preferred.
• Good understanding of test methodologies, CI and test automation.
• Strong interpersonal skills; excellent written and spoken English.

Nice To Have Skills and Experience

• Experience with Python programming and writing shell scripts.
• Basic understanding of the Linux kernel, system software and device drivers, and Android internals
• Familiarity with open-source project development cycles and contribution processes.
• Experience of software profiling, instrumentation, and optimization.
• Verification and validation of firmware on both pre-silicon and post-silicon platforms.
• A knowledge of how to test software using various techniques alongside an awareness of the value of CI and automated test systems.
• Experience with Security Development Lifecycle (SDL) practices.
• Familiarity and flexibility in the use of various software development lifecycle methods including Agile.

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