Embedded Software Engineer

Embedded Software Engineer (Real-Time Ada)Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application.Location: StevenageSalary: Circa 65,000 depending on experience, plus bonus and benefitsA leading UK defence organisation is expanding its Real-Time Datalink Software team and seeks an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop cutting-edge communications for missiles and platforms. This hands-on role offers the chance to shape protocols and designs in a new function, working with state-of-the-art technology central to national security, while growing your career in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.The roleAs an Embedded Software Engineer, youll drive the full software lifecycle for real-time datalink systems, ensuring robust over-the-air communication between missiles and platforms. Collaborating with firmware, systems, hardware, and test engineers, youll deliver safety-critical embedded solutions that power advanced defence programmes from requirements to verification.What you will be doingCapturing requirements and designing embedded software architecture for hard real-time datalink protocols.Implementing and verifying code in Ada, optimising for lab-tested performance with test equipment like scopes.Integrating with multi-disciplinary teams to troubleshoot software/hardware issues and analyse system performance.Developing protocols for current and future missile systems, influencing technical direction in a growing team.Participating in reviews, testing, and continuous improvement of real-time operating systems like FreeRTOS.What we are looking forSignificant experience developing embedded software using Ada in safety-critical environments.Proven hard real-time development and lab work with hardware components and test equipment.Familiarity with real-time operating systems (e.g., FreeRTOS) and full lifecycle processes.Strong problem-solving for system integration and performance in defence or aerospace contexts.Communication protocols (e.g., SPI, UART) or model-based tools (UML, Rhapsody) are advantageous.Whats on offerCompetitive salary circa 65,000, with company bonus up to 2,500, pension (up to 14% total), and paid overtime.Dynamic hybrid working: 4 days per week on-site, with flexi leave (up to 15 extra days) and enhanced parental benefits.Fantastic site facilities, career training to technical leadership, and potential for international secondments.Due to workload classification, British Citizens or dual UK nationals eligible for BPSS security checks are essential.Want to hear more? xjdpvnf Apply today!

Created: 2026-01-09