Senior Software Engineer – Cambridge - Hybrid - Permanent

My Client is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Electronics team in Cambridge. This role may require periodic travel to customer sites and other locations.

The Electronics team in Cambridge offers project support across various stages, from short-term prototypes to production-level systems. Projects span a wide range of vehicle electronic control systems, covering areas such as connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) applications, internal combustion engine control, electric vehicles, electric power steering, and more.

The ideal candidate will have a proven background in real-time software development in high-integrity environments, such as automotive, medical, or aerospace.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement embedded software for automotive applications.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to integrate software with hardware components.
• Optimize code for performance, reliability, and resource efficiency.
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues.
• Keep up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Ensure compliance with automotive standards like AUTOSAR, ISO 26262, and MISRA C.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in embedded software development, with a minimum of 3 years in automotive applications.
• Expertise in C programming, with additional experience in C++ beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and microcontroller architectures.
• Proficiency with automotive communication protocols (CAN, LIN, FlexRay, Ethernet).
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (ISO 26262) and ASPICE processes.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Subversion, Git).

Desirable Skills:

• Familiarity with AUTOSAR architecture and implementation.
• Understanding of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) infrastructure software requirements.
• Proven experience with NXP 5xxx microcontrollers.
• Knowledge of automotive applications, including EV powertrains, internal combustion engine control, battery management systems, etc.
• Experience with model-based development tools (e.g., Simulink, TargetLink).
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for automotive systems.
• Experience with machine learning and AI applications in automotive contexts.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid home/office working arrangements (for selected roles).
• Salary - 65K + Bonus (company discretion)
• Flexible working hours (where applicable).
• Competitive salary and annual performance-related bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Healthcare plan (in partnership with AXA).
• 25 days of paid annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Cycle scheme.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• Subsidy for language courses.
• Referral program.
• International mobility opportunities.

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly. Alternatively, please send your CV to

Please note - you will need a valid UK right to work in order to apply for this position! NO SPONSORSHIP IS PROVIDED FOR THIS ROLE! Thank you.