Job Vacancy Embedded Software Test Engineer

Embedded Software Test Engineer
Towcester - On-site
£Competitive + Holiday + Pension + Eligible for BPSS Clearance

This is an excellent opportunity for an Embedded Software Engineer with experience in Testing to join a global leader with more than 30 years of experience in aerospace & defence.

This company is a global leader in technical solutions for rugged computer systems with a reputation for innovation and quality. They are committed to providing customers with the best possible products and services and are looking for a talented individual to join the team.

In this varied role you will be a key member of the Test Systems Design team, developing and maintaining high-quality automated test solutions. Your work will span the entire product lifecycle from initial development and validation to supporting the Production Department on the manufacturing floor. You will be responsible for creating the software, firmware, and scripts that ensure products meet the highest standards of reliability.

The ideal candidate will bring a comprehensive background, combining strong C programming skills with an understanding of hardware/driver-level software. You will be experience in both Linux and DOS environments, alongside a proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash to automate complex tasks. Beyond software, you should have an understanding of JTAG technologies, boundary scan development, and network communication protocols over Ethernet, ensuring you can navigate the complexities of PCB validation and modern computer architectures. Lastly, any TestStand experience would be beneficial but is not required, and training will be provided if needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Embedded Software Test Engineer to work on new product development and gain exposure to all aspects of design, testing, and validation. If you are looking for a role that offers both technical challenge and professional growth within a supportive environment, this is the position for you.

The Role:

• Develop automated test sequences, software, and firmware.
• Validate products from development through to manufacturing.
• Support production teams with solution deployment and maintenance.
• Document tasks and communicate status to key stakeholders.

The Person:

• Expertise in C programming and hardware-level driver software.
• Knowledge of Linux, DOS, and Python/Bash scripting languages.
• Familiarity with JTAG, boundary scan and Ethernet protocols.
• Able to commute to Towcester 5 days a week

Reference Number: BBBH

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.