Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Requirements
Candidates should have a degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a similar field, along with strong experience in embedded software development using C. Proven experience in leading technical projects and a solid understanding of software architecture and system design are essential.
Job Description
Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Location: Fareham, Hampshire (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £70,000 – £80,000
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Visa Sponsorship Available
An advanced technology company based in Fareham, Hampshire is looking to recruit a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to join its growing engineering team.
This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced engineer to lead the development of embedded software and algorithms, working across the full product lifecycle while mentoring engineers and driving technical excellence.
The Role
As a Principal Embedded Software Engineer, you will take ownership of the design, development and delivery of embedded software solutions. You will lead technical direction, coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure high-quality delivery across complex engineering projects.
This role combines hands-on development with technical leadership, offering the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and influence product direction.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Delivery
- Lead end-to-end development of embedded software and firmware solutions
- Define software architecture and key design decisions
- Coordinate project delivery, ensuring timelines and quality targets are met
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers
- Drive Agile/SCRUM processes including sprint planning and reviews
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including hardware and systems engineers
- Manage technical risks, dependencies and trade-offs across projects
- Act as a key technical interface for internal and external stakeholders
Technical Responsibilities
- Develop embedded firmware using C and low-level programming techniques
- Design, implement, debug and test software for embedded systems
- Develop and optimise algorithms using tools such as Python or MATLAB
- Work on low-level drivers and hardware interaction
- Support system integration and troubleshooting on embedded platforms
- Contribute across the full software development lifecycle
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Software Engineering or similar
- Strong experience in embedded software development using C
- Proven experience leading or coordinating technical projects
- Experience working across the full software development lifecycle
- Strong understanding of software architecture and system design
- Hands-on experience with embedded systems debugging and development
- Experience using version control tools such as Git or SVN
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
Desirable:
- Experience with high-level languages such as Python, MATLAB or LabVIEW
- Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) or similar algorithms
- Experience with Agile development methodologies
- Familiarity with test-driven development or behaviour-driven development
Why Apply?
- Salary £70,000 – £80,000
- Senior, technically influential role within a growing engineering team
- Opportunity to lead projects and mentor engineers
- Work on advanced technology and complex systems
- Hybrid working and strong benefits package
- Visa sponsorship available
To Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Lewis Phillips
01582 369359
lphillips@versorecruitment.com
Education
["bachelor degree"]
Skills
About Verso Recruitment Group
At Verso Recruitment Group, we specialise in expert technical recruitment across the electronics, technology and manufacturing industries - connecting top engineering talent with leading companies that are shaping the future of innovation and industrial excellence. Built on over five decades of collective industry experience, our team of seasoned recruitment professionals understands the unique challenges that technology and manufacturing organisations face. We aren’t just recruiters - we’re trusted advisors, talent strategists and industry partners committed to simplifying what can often be a complex hiring process. What makes us different: 🔹 Sector‑specialised expertise - our deep focus on electronics, embedded software, mechanical design, manufacturing operations, and technical sales & marketing means we deliver targeted, high‑quality candidate shortlists that save time and drive results. 🔹 Permanent, contract and executive search solutions - from critical technical hires to senior leadership appointments, we tailor our approach to your business needs. 🔹 Relationships that matter - we partner with both established global innovators and ambitious growth‑stage companies, acting as an extension of your talent team. Our mission is clear: simplify recruitment for the world’s most demanding technical and engineering organisations, delivering best‑in‑class talent while providing an outstanding candidate experience. Whether you’re scaling a design team, building manufacturing capacity, or recruiting specialised technical experts, we help you find the right people - right when you need them. Verso Recruitment Group is headquartered in the UK, and proud to serve clients and candidates across the UK, Europe and USA.
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