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If you enjoy owning embedded software from concept through to production, this is a role where your work genuinely matters. As a Software Design Engineer, you’ll be right at the heart of designing, improving and supporting mission-critical electronic products used in demanding real-world environments - not just writing code, but shaping how products perform, evolve and get delivered. 

What’s in it for you

Salary of £40,000–£45,000 depending on experience
Excellent benefits package within a stable, long-established business
Hands-on role combining embedded software, electronics and product development
Exposure to advanced radio, surveillance and communications technologies
One central Birmingham site with strong transport links and on-site parking
What you’ll be getting stuck into as a Software Design Engineer

Designing, modifying and maintaining embedded firmware across a varied product range
Diagnosing and resolving software-related faults from production builds and customer returns
Supporting product testing by ensuring firmware behaves correctly under real-world conditions
Managing software revisions, documentation and change control across your own code library
Contributing to product development projects and future technology research initiatives
Providing technical support to colleagues by owning issues through to resolution
What you’ll bring to the table as a Software Design Engineer

Previous experience within the electronics industry, including schematic interpretation and component-level fault diagnosis
Embedded C/C++ development for small PCBs using IAR compilers
Strong working knowledge of Texas Instruments MSP430 microcontrollers
Practical electronics skills including soldering and use of oscilloscopes, multimeters and signal generators
Familiarity with tools such as Jira, KiCAD, Crossworks or Code Composer Studio
If you’re ready to take ownership of real products and make an impact as a Software Design Engineer, apply now to find out more.

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