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Position: Embedded Systems Engineer

Location: Cookridge, Leeds
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000

KO2's client, a growing technology business based in Cookridge, Leeds, is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join their team. The company design and develop a unique device for the monitoring of energy technology, and they are seeking an engineer who can contribute to the next generation of their product.

The ideal candidate will have a background in electronics design, covering both analogue and digital circuit development, alongside experience programming in Embedded C. However, KO2's client is open to applications from candidates who are stronger in either electronics or embedded software, or those who can combine both skillsets.

This role offers the chance to work on a product at the forefront of modern communications technology. Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN would be highly desirable, as the device relies on cutting-edge communication protocols. Previous experience with LoRaWAN, RF or related wireless systems will allow you to make an immediate impact.

Key skills and experience:

• Strong background in analogue and digital electronics design
• Ability to write and debug Embedded C code
• Experience with embedded software development and testing
• Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN communication technologies
• Enthusiasm for product development in a growing, forward-thinking teaM

Why join?

• Work on a real-world product that supports the monitoring of innovative energy systems
• Be part of a supportive team environment where embedded software and electronics expertise come together
• Opportunity to develop new skills in LoRaWAN, RF, and low-power communication system

KO2's client understands that the right individual may bring strengths in electronics, embedded software, or both. If you are motivated to contribute to the development of next-generation monitoring devices and want to work with technologies such as LoRaWAN and RF, this role could be the ideal fit.

Position: Embedded Systems Engineer

Location: Cookridge, Leeds
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000

KO2's client, a growing technology business based in Cookridge, Leeds, is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join their team. The company design and develop a unique device for the monitoring of energy technology, and they are seeking an engineer who can contribute to the next generation of their product.

The ideal candidate will have a background in electronics design, covering both analogue and digital circuit development, alongside experience programming in Embedded C. However, KO2's client is open to applications from candidates who are stronger in either electronics or embedded software, or those who can combine both skillsets.

This role offers the chance to work on a product at the forefront of modern communications technology. Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN would be highly desirable, as the device relies on cutting-edge communication protocols. Previous experience with LoRaWAN, RF or related wireless systems will allow you to make an immediate impact.

Key skills and experience:

• Strong background in analogue and digital electronics design
• Ability to write and debug Embedded C code
• Experience with embedded software development and testing
• Knowledge of LoRaWAN, RF, or LPWAN communication technologies
• Enthusiasm for product development in a growing, forward-thinking teaM

Why join?

• Work on a real-world product that supports the monitoring of innovative energy systems
• Be part of a supportive team environment where embedded software and electronics expertise come together
• Opportunity to develop new skills in LoRaWAN, RF, and low-power communication system

KO2's client understands that the right individual may bring strengths in electronics, embedded software, or both. If you are motivated to contribute to the development of next-generation monitoring devices and want to work with technologies such as LoRaWAN and RF, this role could be the ideal fit.

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware for industrial automation products.
• Implement real-time operating systems (RTOS) and device drivers.
• Write high-quality, efficient, and well-documented C/C++ code for microcontrollers.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define and integrate system components.
• Develop and execute unit tests and integration tests to ensure software reliability.
• Debug and troubleshoot complex hardware and software issues.
• Optimize embedded software for performance, power consumption, and memory usage.
• Participate in system architecture design and technology selection.
• Stay current with emerging embedded technologies and trends.
• Contribute to the overall product development process and documentation.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in embedded software development.
• Proficiency in C and C++ programming for embedded systems.
• Experience with RTOS (e.g., FreeRTOS, VxWorks) and bare-metal programming.
• Familiarity with microcontroller architectures (ARM, PIC, AVR).
• Experience with hardware debugging tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers).
• Understanding of communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

• Designing, developing, and testing embedded software and firmware for various hardware platforms.
• Writing efficient, maintainable, and well-documented C/C++ code.
• Developing and integrating device drivers and board support packages (BSPs).
• Working with microcontrollers, microprocessors, and various communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, Ethernet).
• Collaborating with hardware engineers to define system requirements and specifications.
• Implementing real-time operating systems (RTOS) and managing system resources effectively.
• Conducting thorough unit testing, integration testing, and system testing.
• Debugging and troubleshooting complex hardware and software issues.
• Participating in code reviews and contributing to the continuous improvement of development processes.
• Staying up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in embedded systems engineering.

Position: Embedded Systems Engineer

Location: Cookridge, Leeds
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

KO2's client, a growing technology business based in Cookridge, Leeds, is looking for an Embedded Systems Engineer to join their team. The company design and develop a unique device for the monitoring of energy technology, and they are seeking an engineer who can contribute to the next generation of their produc.

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• Lead the architectural design and development of complex embedded systems from concept to production, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Design, implement, and debug embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers and other embedded platforms, focusing on efficiency and robustness.
• Develop detailed hardware specifications and schematics for new electronic circuits and systems, including power management, sensor integration, and communication interfaces.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, mechanical engineers, and UI/UX designers to ensure seamless integration of hardware and software components.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of hardware and firmware designs, identifying and resolving any issues or potential failures.
• Define and implement testing methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and system-level validation.
• Mentor and guide junior electrical and firmware engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, industry standards, and best practices in embedded systems design and development.
• Contribute to the selection of components, tools, and development environments.
• Participate in code reviews and design discussions to ensure high-quality engineering practices.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including design documents, user manuals, and test reports.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues that may arise during the product lifecycle.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience in embedded systems design, development, and troubleshooting.
• Extensive experience with microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM, MIPS, RISC-V) and associated development tools.
• Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded software development and assembly language.
• Strong understanding of electronics design principles, including analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and signal integrity.
• Experience with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence Allegro).
• Familiarity with various communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Ethernet, wireless technologies).
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded Linux.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).