Lead Embedded Software Engineer

Lead Embedded Software Engineer Wotton under Edge up to £55,000 depending on experience Renishaws CMM and Gauging Products Division is seeking a Senior or Lead Embedded Software Engineer to develop and maintain real-time software to control high-speed, high-accuracy automated measurement systems. The role involves designing software from low-level registers to systems architecture, implementing control and measurement algorithms, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and troubleshooting code. Candidates should have experience in modern C++ and C for embedded systems, a solid understanding of software design, and a passion for solving complex problems. Desirable skills include familiarity with Git, Azure DevOps, multithreaded programming, security and a background in mathematics and electronic engineering. The ideal candidate will be a clear communicator, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous learning and improvement. Key responsibilities

• Develop real-time software to control automated measurement systems and associated sensors to achieve cutting-edge system performance.
• Help design and architect new and existing software from register to system level, to meet requirements and specifications.
• Understand existing algorithms and how they influence system performance and make improvements.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams developing new sensors and systems, develop the software and algorithms needed to make best use of them.
• Conduct design and code reviews and develop unit and integration tests.
• Write design documentation of a high standard.
• Liaise with application and product-support engineers to diagnose and fix issues found in the field. Key requirements
• Experience of modern C++ and C for embedded systems.
• A clear understanding of software design and architecture.
• A desire to write high-quality software.
• A genuine interest in developing and using your knowledge to solve problems in an innovative way.
• The ability to work in a team and to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• A degree or equivalent experience in engineering, computer science or a related discipline. Desirable requirements
• Experience of Git / Azure change and project management systems.
• Knowledge of unit testing and test-driven development.
• Multithreaded programming in real-time operating systems.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and embedded security issues and strategies.
• A desire for continuous improvement of processes and practices.
• Abilities in mathematics. LNKD1UKTJ