Techniche Global are supporting an engineering defence contractor to appoint a number of Embedded Software Engineers – Consultants. You will be involved in Electronics development, particularly RF, PCB Design for a range of complex electronics engineering projects for a diverse customer base.Salary: £50-100k per annum (dependant on experience)Location: Melbourn, near Cambridge - 100% onsiteDuration: permanent, full-time Requirements: Sole British ; eligible for SC Clearance; defense industry experience is desirableAs an Embedded Software Engineer you will be involved in the entire product life cycle – from capturing requirements to developing, testing, and delivering prototypes. It's a challenging and agile role where your innovative ideas will come to life, and you’ll be trusted to contribute to complex, high-impact projects. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement embedded software solutions using Linux and C programming. Develop rapid prototypes and see ideas evolve from concept to production. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers, scientists, and designers to solve complex problems. Engage in the full product life cycle, from capturing requirements to testing and final delivery. Use your experimental and problem-solving skills to tackle some of the most technically demanding challenges in the field. Essential Requirements: 3 years’ experience in embedded software development with a proven track record in design and implementation. Strong proficiency in Linux and C programming. Experience with at least one additional programming language (e.g., C#, C++, MATLAB ). A relevant degree in Electronics, Computer Science, or a related field. Desirable Experience: Bare metal/RTOS software development on ARM targets. High-level software architecture and embedded software debugging skills. Experience in electronics development and hands-on debugging. Scripting for test or signal processing (e.g., MATLAB, Python ). Previous experience in the defence industry is beneficial, but not essential.