Embedded Software Engineer

ALTEN
Loughborough, United Kingdom
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Loughborough, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Software Documentation
Communications Protocols
Software Debugging
Embedded C
Embedded Software
Matlab
Software Engineering
Test Execution Engine
Real Time Systems
Software Coding

Job description

As an Embedded Software Engineer, you will join our Loughborough team to develop and implement embedded software for advanced test and control systems. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams to model, simulate, and deliver embedded software solutions that drive reliable and efficient test execution., * Develop, implement, and maintain embedded software using Embedded C for test and control systems.

  • Model, simulate, and validate system behaviour using MATLAB/Simulink to support embedded software design.
  • Collaborate with hardware and test teams to integrate embedded software with system-level architectures.
  • Produce clear and detailed software documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and validation reports.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and optimise embedded code to ensure reliable system performance.
  • Support continuous improvement in embedded software processes, coding standards, and simulation methodologies.
  • Ensure software aligns with project requirements, timelines, and quality standards., We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Software development?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Strong experience in embedded software development using Embedded C.

  • Experience with MATLAB/Simulink for modelling and simulation of embedded systems.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
  • Strong debugging, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
  • Experience producing high-quality technical documentation.

Required Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

  • Exposure to real-time systems or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
  • Experience in automotive, aerospace, or energy systems embedded software.
  • Knowledge of software lifecycle processes for embedded systems.
  • Familiarity with communication protocols, data acquisition, or control systems.

Benefits & conditions

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cycle & Tech Scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Life insurance & Pension Scheme
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)

About the company

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow's world-today. Join us and start building tomorrow's world today!

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