Find your next tech and IT Job or contract Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...) in Wales

An embedded software is a program specifically used for hardware management. The program developed by the IT professional has no purpose outside the hardware for which it was designed. The software is therefore totally limited to the functions for which it was designed and cannot be used outside the equipment in which it is integrated. An embedded software is also called "dedicated software". An embedded software developer works in the IT sector and has the main mission of developing and designing embedded software. In other words, they are called upon to develop code exclusively optimized for the constraints of the hardware in question. The developed software is integrated into the hardware platform to perform certain tasks. The embedded software developer, in their work, takes into account the specificities of each product and its field of use, to optimize their code and adapt it to the environment. They are called upon to show a lot of patience and significant adaptability. The embedded software developer profession also requires a lot of ingenuity to always meet the needs of the equipment to be designed. The embedded software developer must also be quite responsive to intervene quickly in case of problems in code development. They can work in a company or as a freelancer.

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Embedded Systems Team Lead

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£40k-50k
CF5 1HU, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Embedded Software Systems Team Lead Cardiff - On-Site £40,000 - £50,000 + Holiday + Training + Generous Pension This is an excellent opportunity for an embedded software engineer looking to work within a world leading organisation that will offer you the chance to work on technically fascinating projects. This company are a well-known market leader who have a long history in pioneering new technologies and have been a major player in the consumer electronics market for decades. With a global reach and a diverse product range, they continue to be a leading force in the industry. In this varied role you will be responsible for planning and undertaking verification testing of integrated systems to ensure that the systems are functioning as expected. Equally, you will play a part in managing the delivery of embedded systems from trial to production, incorporating areas such as risk, cost and quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge and proven ability with Embedded C, and have previous experience with Enterprise Architect, utilising Simulink and MATLAB. Another aspect of the role will require you to have experience with communication protocols such as I2C and experience with microcontrollers. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Embedded Software Systems Engineer to join a company focusing on cutting edge technology and offering great progression. The Role: - Plan and conduct verification testing of integrated systems. - Ensure systems function as expected. - Manage embedded systems delivery from trial to production. - Consider risk, cost, and quality factors. The Person: - Strong knowledge and ability with Embedded C. - Experience with Enterprise Architect, Simulink, and MATLAB. - Understanding of communication protocols like I2C. - Experience with microcontrollers. - Previous experience working within a Team Lead or Management position. Reference Number: BBBH265958 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tom McLaughlin at Rise Technical Recruitment This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.
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Software Firmware Engineer

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£45k-70k
Torfaen, United Kingdom
Help shape the next generation of intelligent LED cabin lighting for commercial aviation. This is a hands-on role building robust, real-time embedded software from the ground up, from architecture and algorithms through to implementation, verification, and delivery for safety-critical use. What you'll do 🛠️ Own the architecture & design: Define software structure, interfaces, and interactions with hardware and other systems; produce design docs and lead peer reviews. Build from first principles: Develop bare‑metal/RTOS firmware in C for microcontrollers and programmable logic devices. Low-level development: Write drivers and real-time control software; interface with peripherals (e.g., temperature sensors, I²C, SPI, UART, CAN). Platform fundamentals: Develop and maintain bootloaders, secure update mechanisms, and modular, object‑oriented components where appropriate. Hands-on debug: Triage HW/SW interactions using oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analysers; comfortable doing fine soldering/rework as needed. Verification & documentation: Deliver fully documented designs, implementation plans, and contribute across unit, integration, and system testing. Technical leadership: Mentor a graduate software engineer and set engineering standards within the team. What you'll bring 🧠 Essential ✅ Significant experience (ideally 10-15 years ) in embedded software/firmware for real-time or bare‑metal systems. Expert-level C for low-level embedded development; strong microprocessor/microcontroller architecture knowledge. Proven delivery of drivers, peripheral bring-up, and hardware integration. Lab confidence: oscilloscopes, logic/protocol analysers; comfortable with board-level investigation and occasional soldering. Version control ( Git ) and Agile practices. Clear, methodical documentation and the ability to own solutions end‑to‑end. Strong communication and the autonomy to hit the ground running. Desirable ⭐ Safety-critical/high‑integrity experience (e.g. DO‑178C, ISO 26262, IEC 61508 ). FPGA or other low-level hardware programming exposure. CI/CD and automated test familiarity. Working arrangement 🧭 Onboarding: Expect to be on-site 4 days/week for the first 2-3 months to immerse in the lab, hardware, and product context. Thereafter: Hybrid pattern of 3 days a week with ongoing lab collaboration as projects require. Benefits 🎁 25 days annual leave (plus bank holiday) Company-wide Christmas shutdown (allocated from leave allowance) 5% employer pension contribution Annual bonus scheme based on company and individual performance 37.5-hour work week Early finish Fridays 1pm every week Free annual eye test Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for confidential support If you thrive on low-level C, enjoy architecting clean solutions, and like rolling up your sleeves in the lab we'd love to hear from you! 📩 Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales
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Ruby Developer

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3 months
SA1 6HF, Swansea, United Kingdom
Role: Ruby developer Rate: Inside IR35 Location: 2 days a week onsite in Swansea Duration: Till the end of March initially SC clearance required Ruby on Rails Kibana Instana Pagerduty Argo/Kargo ServiceNow Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
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Product Development Engineer

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£43,600
Wales, United Kingdom
Job Title: Product Development Engineer Location: Glascoed - Onsite only Salary: Up to £43,649 (dependent on skills and experience) What you'll be doing: Supporting the product design and systems engineering activities for new and legacy products Conducting and managing product and process design, development, test, manufacture and evaluation activities. Ensuring that safety remains the highest priority in the working practices of yourself and the team Conducting and managing trials in a safe and suitable manner, from planning through to trials execution to reporting and presenting conclusions Application of effective Engineering Governance throughout the product development lifecycle supporting design reviews from concept to disposal Configuration and maintenance of Engineering Bills of Materials for products Product design and evaluation / down selection e.g. Pugh Matrices, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) Support the generation of costed proposals for external customers Your skills and experiences: Essential: Proven record of supporting engineering teams and projects Strong Engineering skills: particularly the ability to identify issues, conduct technical analysis of causes and identify solutions Desirable: Experience of product design analysis techniques (Pugh, DFMEA, FTA) Experience of process design analysis techniques (PCP, PFMEA) Knowledge of munitions design and manufacture Safety Management - IOSH Managing Safety/NEBOSH Certificate Experience and knowledge of manufacturing in a high hazard environment A working knowledge of Systems Engineering and Engineering design Benefits As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Artillery, Tank and Mortars (ATM) team: You will provide engineering support to the ATM team to ensure the delivery of projects within the team. Working with the Portfolio Manager and reporting to the Senior Product Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring that the programmes/projects include appropriate engineering development activity to achieve a robust solution The activities will be planned with robust estimates for completion with sound risk mitigation built in. The position will be primarily based at the BAE Systems Land UK site in Glascoed, Monmouthshire on a working pattern within a hybrid-working environment, occasional travel to other customer, manufacturing and test and evaluation sites will be necessary Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date 13th November 2025
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Senior Product Development Engineer

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£55,869
Wales, United Kingdom
Job Title: Senior Product Development Engineer Location: Glascoed Salary: Circa £55,869 depending upon skills & experience What you'll be doing: Responsible for the Engineering input into the development of new Munitions Products and the supervision of associated Engineering staff Supporting the design, development and qualification of new Munitions products, from concept generation through to full scale production, adopting design for manufacture and design to cost best practice principles Formulating appropriate test regimes, to provide the necessary evidence, to ensure defined requirements are achieved and that the product is 'Safe and Suitable' for Service Use Providing the necessary engineering input into the Life Cycle Management Process Building robust processes into the product design and development process and to provide process capability data in support of LCM reviews Initiate and analyse theoretical modelling date Interfacing with the customer, both internally and externally as required Your skills and experiences: Essential: Science or Engineering degree, HND or equivalent - Manufacturing/Electrical/Mechanical (achieved or working towards) Proven experience within a manufacturing environment - Process/ Aerospace/Automotive Desirable: NEBOSH certificate in Occupational Health and Safety Manufacturing toolroom, including multi axis machining and CMM experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Special Projects team: You will be integrated within a newly established project team to as the Senior Product Development Engineer, leading the design and development of innovative products from concept through to manufacture. Leveraging your technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration skills, you'll translate customer needs into robust engineering solutions. Ensuring performance, quality, and manufacturability.This role requires strong problems solving ability, hands-on prototyping experience, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. The position will be based at the BAE Systems Land UK site in Glascoed, Monmouthshire on a four-day working pattern within a hybrid-working environment with occasional travel to other customer, manufacturing and test and evaluation sites. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 14th November 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JP1 #LI-Onsite
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Lead Business Analyst

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Agile Scrum
BI
Business Analysis

£53k-62k
CF14 3UZ, Gabalfa, Wales, United Kingdom
Hybrid
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Business Analyst to join our Business Analysis team! The role is key in the identification, analysis, and delivery of requirements for our service teams whilst working in an Agile way using Scrum framework. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team player with a passion for driving change, who can use their business analysis skills and expertise to coach and mentor others. If you are interested in this role and enjoy working in a fast-paced development environment, please keep reading to find out more! Our Lead Business Analysts play a key role in the identification, analysis, and delivery of requirements for these service teams whilst working in an Agile way using Scrum framework. We would love you to be part of our team. The Lead Business Analysts report to the Head of Business Analysis and work closely with stakeholders and aligned professions including Agile Delivery Management, Product Management, User Centred Design, Project Management, Architecture and Software Development. At this level, you will: Have expert Business Analysis skills. Be required to lead and coach others to increase professionalism. Be a confident communicator, able to clearly describe complex concepts to stakeholders across the organisation. Work with aligned professional communities. Oversee senior business analysts, their role, their assignments, development and performance. Benefits Alongside your salary of £53,540, Companies House contributes £15,510 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Please note: Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Security Clearance is an essential requirement for this campaign. You'll need to have been in the UK for at least 3 out of the last 5 years to be eligible to apply for SC. You will be aligned to our Cardiff office, where you will be expected to attend on a regular basis. The BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis is an essential requirement for this role. We cannot accept alternatives or part qualifications. To find out more click Apply !
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Quality Test Engineer

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6 months
CF5 1HU, Cardiff, United Kingdom
Remote
Role : Quality Test Engineer (Manual & Automation) Rate : £440 per day IR35 : Inside Working Practice : Remote Length : 6 Months This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your experience in automation using Postman and other tools, while also playing a vital part in our manual testing requirements. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience migrating Cucumber (Ruby) automated tests into Postman, Playwright, or similar tools. Key Responsibilities Defining and maintaining an effective test strategy for the team Developing automated tests for new features and keeping existing automation packs up to date Migrating automated tests from Cucumber (Ruby) to Playwright, Postman, or Bruno, depending on requirements Performing functional and regression testing, using both manual and automated approaches Contributing to the design and development of new features and solutions Continuously improving existing automation frameworks through investigation and implementation of enhancements Reporting, tracking, and ensuring timely resolution of bugs Integrating both new and existing automated regression tests into GitHub CI/CD pipelines Collaborating closely with product owners, project managers, and other development teams to deliver high-quality products and enhancements Essential Requirements Strong collaborative spirit with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for the team Broad technical expertise and enthusiasm for technology Ability to document test cases clearly and concisely for ease of understanding by other team members Solid experience in quality assurance (QA) and a deep understanding of QA methodologies Comprehensive knowledge of the software development lifecycle Proficiency in developing and executing automated tests using tools such as Postman, or transferable skills from similar tools Experience automating test execution using CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions Experience working in or a strong understanding of agile methodologies, particularly Kanban or Scrum, and a willingness to work within such teams Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Frequently asked questions about working as a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...)

What is the role of a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...)

The embedded software developer creates and designs various computer systems while defining the architecture of components and products.

How much does a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...) charge

The daily rate of an embedded software developer is £450, this depends on the freelancer's experience. The salary of a junior embedded software developer ranges between £28,000 and £35,000 gross per year. But by gaining experience, the embedded software developer can then expect a higher compensation, around £60,000 per year.

What is the definition of a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...)

The embedded software developer must meet the company's needs and for this purpose focuses on embedded software development. They ensure both the quality of the software, but also its sustainability, security, energy efficiency and consumption. Their mission is based on developing optimized code, while taking into account the various constraints of the platform on which they work. Moreover, their involvement in the testing phases is also important to validate the different processes and if necessary to implement technical documentation. The embedded software developer systematically performs technology monitoring to stay informed of the latest developments. They also use assembly languages such as C++ to code according to client recommendations. On a daily basis, they practice oral and written English and have excellent knowledge of general operating systems such as Linux or Windows.

What type of mission can a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...) handle

• The embedded software developer is actually a computer engineer whose mission is to develop software that will then be embedded within physical products. This type of embedded software is present in our daily lives, without even noticing its presence. For example, software capable of managing supermarket checkouts, software managing the dashboard of a connected car, or software defining the automation of a robotic arm that you can find in industry. • Given that there are numerous applications, the embedded software developer profession requires skills adapted to the environment in which it operates. It is therefore not uncommon for the job to require complementary skills in mechanics, calculation, electricity, electronics, or robotics. • On a daily basis, the embedded software developer handles the installation of computer system-related equipment, as well as their maintenance and development. • These responsibilities translate into total management of embedded software projects. They are also called upon for the development and prototyping of embedded software on the coding side. • The embedded software developer is also involved in numerous tests and validation phases with the implementation of technical documentation. • Finally, they maintain regular technological watch to take into account the latest trends.

What are the main skills of a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...)

• As mentioned previously, the embedded software developer has an excellent understanding of programming languages such as Java, C or C++. These are mandatory skills, as programming occupies a predominant place in their daily work. • But that's not all, the embedded software developer has excellent knowledge of electronics and then secondary skills related to the environment in which they operate. Thanks to their expertise in the field, they can anticipate the behavior of electronic hardware in order to adapt their coding. • Finally, they collaborate with other IT professionals, such as the embedded systems engineer to optimize their project.

What is the ideal profile for a Embedded Software Developer (IoT, Assembler, Microcontroller...)

• In order to successfully carry out their mission, the embedded software developer must be able to solve any problem. • In their field, they must be perfectionist by considering all possibilities. • Being naturally curious, this will drive them to discover new procedures and experiment with a new way of coding. • Finally, it is absolutely imperative to have perfect mastery of technical English.
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