About Concurrent
We deliver mission-critical embedded computing solutions to operate in even the harshest of environments. Founded in 1985 to develop Multibus II boards, we’ve expanded our offering over four decades to become a trusted, reliable solutions provider in critical embedded applications.
We have a proven record of delivering technology to the world’s leading OEMs across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We operate facilities in Colchester and Theale in the United Kingdom and Woburn, MA and Los Angeles, CA in the United States.
Concurrent is a public company, quoted on AIM on the London Stock Exchange.
The Role
The constant requirement for new, better, and more complex products means that the company requires an additional Software Engineer based in either our Theale or Colchester office. The Software Engineering team is responsible for breathing life into our computer products by creating and maintaining the BIOS, and Board Support Packages (as well as additional software) required for their operation.
What will I be delivering?
Key responsibilities:
* Design, develop and maintain the software in the UEFI BIOS.
* Board Support Packages for cutting edge Intel processor-based boards.
* Middleware, system and device driver software for Linux, Windows, VxWorks and other standard operating systems.
* Test software
* Support in the definition of product and software architecture
* Taking a hands-on approach to early hardware bring-up
* Work on challenging customer issues that get escalated to engineering team.
* Supporting project managers of coordination of deliverables
The hardware and software platforms vary, but most of the devices used are complex and a good appreciation of the hardware is desired for this role.
What do I need to bring with me?
Demonstrated knowledge and experience
* Proficient in Embedded C programming for x86, PowerPC, or high-performance ARM processors.
* Practical experience programming a variety of hardware devices at the register level.
* Good appreciation of hardware.
* Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
* Ability to apply a systematic approach to software debugging, ensuring thorough and efficient resolution of issues.
Experience in one or more of the following:
* Developing Linux, Windows, and/or VxWorks BSPs, system, and device drivers.
* Developing low-level, embedded software for Linux or a similar operating system.
* Developing UEFI BIOS.
* Bare-metal microcontroller programming, including direct register manipulation and low-level hardware interfacing.
* Good knowledge of software engineering tools and best practices.
* Experience working in an interdisciplinary engineering and project team.
Benefits for Working at Concurrent
* Generous company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
* Health Insurance, Life Assurance & Income protection
* 25 days holiday + Banks
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Cycle to work and Home & Tech scheme
* Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Equal Opportunity Statement
Concurrent recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.