Software Engineer - IoT

Gallagher Group Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in IoT is seeking a Developer to join their innovative team in the United Kingdom. You will work on IoT technology for livestock management, collaborating with engineers to ship features that enhance farming efficiency. Candidates should have a strong interest in IoT and solid programming skills in languages like Node.js and C. Enjoy a supportive culture with competitive salaries and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong interest in IoT development and wireless communication.
• Solid skills in Node.js, C, and shell script.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and IoT protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design and ship resilient device-to-cloud features.
• Integrate with microcontrollers and embedded firmware.
• Architect secure, scalable connectivity.

Skills

IoT development

Wireless communication

Node.js

C programming

Shell scripting

Embedded devices

Good communication skills

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

LoRa/LoRaWAN

Protobuf

Job description

WhyJoin Us

At eShepherd,we’retransforming livestock management with smart virtual fencing technology that gives farmers more freedom, flexibility, and insight.

We’rein a high-growth phase - big opportunities, rapid decisions, and the chance to shape somethingthat’sscaling globally.

We’rea fast-growing team with startup energy, backed by Gallagher-a global leader trusted fornearly 85years. That means you get the excitement of building something new, with the support and stability to help you grow. Our purpose-Protect what matters most-shapes how we innovate and how we look after our people, so you can launch your career in a place that cares about your future.

Who Thrives Here

As part of Gallagher, we carry forward a legacy of reliability and respect for farming communities. At the same time, weoperatewith startup energy-agile, ambitious, and always learning.

You’lllove it here if you:

• Choose progress over perfection-you’recomfortable shipping work that moves us forward, even ifit’snot flawless.


• See change as fuel-you embrace ambiguity and adapt quickly because innovation happens in motion.


• Get energized by growth-you want to help build somethingthat’sscaling globally and shaping the future of farming.


• Stay curious and practical-you respect farming communities and want solutions that work in the real world.


• Think big, act fast-you balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution andaren’tafraid to roll up your sleeves.


• Collaborate to solve problems-you value teamwork and keep a solutions-first mindset.

WhatYou’llDo

You’llhelp shape the future of IoT at eShepherd-taking ideas from the paddock to the cloud.You’llwork alongside hardware and embedded engineers, ship features that farmers use everyday, andlearn how to design for reliability in real-world conditions. Expect plenty of support, code reviews, and hands-on problem-solving as you grow.

• Design and ship resilient devicetocloud features (LoRa/LoRaWAN, LTEM/NB-IoT, MQTT/CoAP)


• Integrate with microcontrollers and embedded firmware; collaborate closely with hardware engineers


• Architect secure, scalable connectivity (secure boot, OTA updates, credential rotation)


• Building visibility tools such as dashboard


• Building maintenance and performance monitoring systems

WhatYou’llBring

Youdon’tneed to know it all from day one-but ifyou’reexcited about hands-on IoT and ready to learn fast,you’llfit right in. Bring your curiosity, your coding skills, and your drive to solve real-world problems.We’llhelp you grow the rest.

If you have the following,we’dlove to hear from you:

• Experience or strong interest in IoT development and wireless communication


• Solid skills in Node.js, C and shell script, and a knack for working withUbuntuLinuxandembedded devices


• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) andIoTprotocols like MQTT, CoAP,andLoRa/LoRaWAN,Protobuf


• Good verbal and written communication skills

Bonus points ifyou’vetinkered with microcontrollers, LoRa gateways,cloud computingor have a passion for analytics andagritech-but enthusiasm and willingness to learn matter most!

Nice to haves:

• Experience with LoRa gateways


• Experience with LTE-M/NB-IoTconnectivity


• Exposure to ML for anomaly detection


• Raspberry Pi/Arduino/ESP32tinkering; practical hardware comms


• AWS certs

Benefits We Offer

Imagine starting your day with an easy commute-no battling city gridlock, just a smooth ride to our modern Surrey Hills office. Step out for lunch andyou’llfind great food options and leafy streets, far from the hustle and noise of the CBD. Here, you get the best of both worlds: afun andsupportive team, top-notch tech, and a stimulatingenvironment that lets you focus on what matters.

You’llenjoy:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives


• Modern Melbourne office with great amenities and easy transport links


• The excitement of a high-growth startup, with Gallagher stability


• Career growth opportunities as we scale globally


• Tools and tech that make your job easier-what you need to succeed


• Supportive team culture-collaboration and practical problem-solving


• Employee Assistant Program and wellbeing initiatives

Don’t quite tick all the boxes?

Don’ttick every box? We knowgreat talentcomes in many forms. Ifyou’reexcited about building resilient IoT that works in the paddock,we’dlove to hear from you-apply now.

Love what

we’rebuilding but this role isn’t quite your match?Join our talent pool!We’rescaling fast and new opportunities are alwaysemerging-your skills could be exactly what we need next!