Embedded Software Engineer
Requirements
Requires a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent military experience, with at least 5 years of experience in embedded C++. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC) and have experience with safety standards like DO-178C.
Job Description
Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.
Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!
Job Description
Join our team as an Embedded Software Engineer and contribute to the development of complex, safety‑critical embedded software for defence and other highly regulated engineering environments. You will be involved in the design, development, and integration of high‑integrity software, working on technically challenging systems where quality, robustness, and reliability are critical.
This is a hands‑on, on‑site role within a fast‑moving programme, working alongside multi‑disciplinary engineering teams to deliver embedded software solutions that meet demanding functional and safety requirements.
Location: Central belt of Scotland (Multiple sites)
On-site: 3-4 days per week
Seniority: Mid–Senior (5+ years’ experience)
Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to obtain SC clearance.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain embedded C++ software for complex, safety‑critical systems
- Apply structured and model‑based design approaches to support scalable and maintainable software architectures
- Collaborate closely with systems and hardware engineers to integrate software onto target platforms
- Ensure compliance with safety and coding standards such as DO‑178C and MISRA C/C++
- Support system integration, verification, and validation activities within lab‑based environments
- Contribute to delivery within an Agile development framework, supporting continuous improvement and quality
Required Skills
- Strong experience developing C++ software within embedded or safety‑critical environments
- Solid grasp of object‑oriented design (OOD) principles
- Background working in defence, aerospace, or similarly regulated industries
- Familiarity with safety‑critical development standards (e.g. DO‑178C, MISRA C/C++)
- Experience working in Agile teams, using tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Git‑based version control
- Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving ability
- Confident communicator within cross‑disciplinary engineering teams
- Comfortable working in high‑assurance, process‑driven environments
- Proactive approach to quality, compliance, and technical ownership
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline or relevant technical military background with equivalent hands-on experience.
- Must be eligible for or already hold UK Security Clearance (SC)
- Exposure to model‑based or UML‑driven development, using tools such as IBM Rhapsody or similar
- Experience with requirements or configuration management tools (e.g. DOORS, Dimension)
- Hands‑on involvement in software integration, verification, or lab‑based testing
- Background in real‑time systems, embedded platforms, or complex system development
Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
- A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
- A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
- Private Medical Insurance
- Cycle & Tech Scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Life insurance & Pension Scheme
- Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
- Flexible way of working (role dependent)
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.
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About ALTEN
π π°π¨π«π₯π π₯πππππ« π’π§ ππ§π π’π§πππ«π’π§π ππ§π ππ πππ«π―π’πππ¬ ALTEN is committed to meeting the expectations of its stakeholders and anticipating their requirements in the fields of innovation, R&D, and technological information systems. Founded in 1988 and present in 30+ countries, the Group has established itself as the global leader in Engineering and IT Services. ALTEN operates with major players in the Aeronautics, Space, Defence, Naval & Security, Automotive, Rail & Mobility, Energy & Environment, Life Sciences β Health, Industrial Equipment & Electronics, Telecoms, Banking, Finance & Insurance, Retail & Services, Public Services & Government sectors.Β Β Β OUR VISION: BUILDING TOMORROWβS WORLD TODAY We are convinced that engineers are the architects who build tomorrowβs world today. As a global leader in Engineering and IT Services, we support businesses in their technological and sustainable transformation. We commit to making a positive impact over time and on people, pushing the boundaries of innovation, and always staying one step ahead. We are driven by one ambition: to think about the future in the present. A LEADING GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY PARTNER ALTEN is involved in all projects with a technological dimension for the Technical, Research & Development Divisions and IT Systems Divisions of major corporate, telecoms and service clients, requiring the involvement of high-level Consultant-Engineers. To achieve this, the Group has put in place a world-renowned technical organization of excellence. πΉ 12 Industries covered πΉ 21 Delivery Centers πΉ 6,500+ Clients FULL COVERAGE OF TECHNOLOGIES The Group covers a wide range of expertise in Engineering and IT Services in order to meet our clientsβ needs. We bring together and coordinate at the transnational level, specialists and consultants, experts in their profession who support our clients in their issues of digital transformation, innovation, product development, supply chain, etc.
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