Job Description
Role Overview
We are looking for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer to work within a team developing novel autonomous vehicle control and perception systems for the off-highway markets.
You will work within a rapidly growing start-up business unit within an established PLC company. The unit's mission is to drive the expansion of AB Dynamics' world-leading solutions into new markets both in the UK and internationally.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams, lead software design initiatives, and ensure the quality and performance of embedded software solutions for complex systems. Your expertise in software architecture, software modelling techniques (UML) and modern C++ will be critical to the success of this role.
You must be able to take technical concepts and describe them to the engineering team, clients, and other stakeholders. In this role, you will be working with a rapidly growing team. We are looking for candidates with a strong technical skill set. This is a hands-on role.
What will you be doing?
* Lead the design and development of embedded software architecture for new and existing products
* Architect, implement, and optimize C++ code for embedded systems with a focus on performance, memory management, and reliability
* Create and maintain software specifications, detailed design documentation, and executable UML models synchronized to the overarching SysML system model to describe system behaviour and safety mechanisms
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, ensuring best practices and high standards are maintained
* Develop robust communication protocols, including TCP/UDP and CAN
What are we looking for?
* Doctorate or master’s degree in systems, software engineering, computer science or equivalent
* Expert knowledge of modern C/C++ for embedded systems, and an understanding of MISRA C/C++, JSF or Google coding standards
* Strong expertise in software architecture and design patterns, including UML modelling
* Deep understanding of low-level programming, hardware-software integration, and debugging technique
* Publication of Open API’s for third party use
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust with clients and a commitment to exceptional client experience
Additional Information
Why join us?
ABD Solutions are part of the AB Dynamics Group, an innovative, dynamic listed business with a friendly and supportive working environment. In addition to competitive salaries, our attractive benefits package includes a discretionary company bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and generous company pension contributions.
At AB Dynamics Group we set ourselves ambitious objectives and strive to work according to our values of customers, people, diversity, innovation, excellence and responsibility. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.