A well-established UK engineering and manufacturing company is hiring a Senior Firmware Engineer / Linux Developer to work on complex, specialist hardware systems used globally in real-world applications.
This role suits an experienced engineer who enjoys working close to hardware, owning designs and contributing across the full product lifecycle.
The RoleYou will join a multi-disciplinary engineering team developing embedded firmware and Linux-based systems from early prototypes through to production machines.
This is a hands-on senior role with genuine technical ownership and influence over system design.
Key Responsibilities*Designing and architecting firmware solutions
*Developing embedded Linux software on ARM and x86 platforms
*Working across full lifecycle from prototype to production
*Interfacing with electronics, mechanics and optical systems
*Collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams
*Taking technical ownership and leading where required
Technical Environment*Embedded Linux (ARM & x86)
*STM32, Raspberry Pi, NXP i.MX platforms
*Low-level hardware interfacing (analogue, digital, electromechanical)
*USB, PCIe, MIPI, I2C, SPI
*Cameras, motors, temperature and lighting control
*Basic GUI development
*Safety-critical design considerations
Background*Degree in Software Engineering, Electronics or similar (2:1 or above)
*Strong firmware and embedded systems experience
*Comfortable owning designs and working autonomously
*Experience working close to hardware
Nice to Have*Git, DevOps tools, Visual Studio
*Schematic reading and hardware debug
*Low- to medium-volume manufacturing exposure
*Wireless technologies (Bluetooth, WiFi, RFID)
*PICs, CPLDs or FPGAs
*Interest in imaging or photography
What’s On Offer*Competitive salary
*Performance-related bonus
*Hybrid working
*Pension, private medical (including dental), life assurance
*Relocation support if required
*Generous holiday allowance
*37.5-hour working week