Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Holt Executive Ltd; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team, supporting cutting-edge video and imaging processing products.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Software Engineer:

• Design, develop, and test application software and Linux drivers for video applications on custom embedded hardware.
• Provide technical support and integration assistance to international customers.
• Develop system specifications, test documentation, and unit tests in a continuous integration environment.
• Fault-find, debug, and resolve issues in complex systems.
• Assist with the administration and successful delivery of engineering projects.
• Continuously improve team procedures and working practices.
• Opportunity to take on team-leading responsibilities if desired.

Key Experience for Senior Software Engineer:

Essential:

• Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, or Physics.
• Proven experience in C++ development for Windows and Linux using Microsoft Visual Studio.
• Expertise in Linux driver development for ARM processors.
• A team player with initiative and adaptability in an Agile environment.
• Strong technical leadership experience.

Desirable:

• Experience in video processing or computer vision algorithms.
• Video streaming application development and HMI development using OpenGL.
• Familiarity with CUDA, OpenCV, and GPU computing technologies.
• Experience interfacing with custom hardware and FPGAs.
• Customer-facing experience.
• Coaching and mentoring abilities to support team talent development.

Why Join?

• Flexible hours: 37.5-hour week with lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
• Hybrid working: Enjoy the flexibility of remote and onsite work.
• Annual leave: 28 days, plus Christmas closure and a holiday purchasing scheme.
• Pension: Matched contributions up to 5%.
• Wellbeing support: Access to remote GP services, mental health pathways, physiotherapy consultations, and more.
• Professional growth: Excellent learning and development opportunities.
• Additional perks: Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, gym discounts, high street rewards platform, and regular sports/social activities.

Security Clearance

Applicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance, requiring proof of identity, employment history, and UK residency for at least five years.