Software Engineer
On site
London, United Kingdom
£ 65,000 / year
Full Time
28-03-2025
Job Specifications
Software Development Engineer – London - £65,000 + Car Allow. + Bonus + Ex. Benefits – Permanent
Primary Purpose:
The primary purpose of this role is to design, develop, and maintain software for bespoke power transmission equipment, ensuring it meets mission-critical requirements for critical infrastructure communication systems. This involves interfacing with hardware design teams, implementing robust solutions, and maintaining high system availability in addition to testing, documenting, and supporting the software to optimise system performance.
Benefits:
Competitive salary, an excellent package and hybrid working.
Work on cutting-edge, mission-critical technology for global communication systems.
Join a collaborative small team with opportunities to impact legacy and new, next generation product development.
Collaborate with skilled teams in software and hardware for mentorship and support.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyse and Scale Specifications: Understand technical requirements, participate in architectural decisions, and estimate development timelines.
Software Design: Develop robust software solutions that meet functional and system constraints.
Prototyping: Conduct prototyping on target hardware to address technical uncertainties.
Testing and Validation: Perform unit and pre-integration testing, ensuring compliance and performance.
Collaboration: Work closely with hardware engineers, developers, and validation teams to ensure system compatibility.
Documentation: Create comprehensive documentation to explain technical solutions and decisions.
Version Control and Maintenance: Maintain rigorous version control of software and suggest improvements to internal tools.
Requirements:
Degree in Software Engineering or a related discipline.
Proficiency in C, JavaScript, TypeScript and HTML
Experience with VxWorks, Linux, FreeRTOS, or SafeRTOS operating systems.
Familiarity with Git for version control and tools like Eclipse, Visual Studio, or Visual Code.
Knowledge of communication protocols (RS232/424, SPI, CAN Bus, USB, Ethernet).
Ability to understand complex systems, translate requirements into software solutions, and troubleshoot effectively.
Capability to work closely with multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical ideas clearly.
A proactive, self-starting approach to addressing challenges and learning new systems quickly.
How to apply:
To apply for this excellent opportunity, please send your CV via LI.
About the Company
Insignis, is a recognised leader in technical resourcing and STR Group's Engineering, Manufacturing and Technology brand, providing permanent and contract staff across the UK and internationally. Established in 2000 and with our roots in technical engineering recruitment, we have built an unparalleled reputation in the industry as a recruitment partner that provides an ethical and consultative, full-scope service to our clients and candidates alike. Working across the key STEM sectors, our consultants specialise in their ni... Know more
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