This job offer is not available in your country.

(Senior) Embedded Software Engineer

Toshiba Europe LtdCambridge, England, United Kingdom

7 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Join to apply for the (Senior) Embedded Software Engineer role at Toshiba Europe Ltd

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the (Senior) Embedded Software Engineer role at Toshiba Europe Ltd

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Toshiba Europe Limited has pioneered the development of quantum communication systems over the past decade, setting new standards for cryptography and data security. We are currently seeking an Embedded Software Engineer (or Senior Embedded Software Engineer, depending on experience) to join the growing team developing our products within Toshiba’s new Quantum Technology Centre, based in Cambridge, UK.

The successful candidate will play a leading role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of the software and firmware stack for our new quantum communication products. In this role, you will develop firmware for embedded microcontrollers, Linux kernel-space device drivers, and user-space command and control software, ensuring robust and reliable system operation. You will join a dynamic organization, working within a diverse team of engineers, with the ability to make a significant impact and play a major role in the development of next-generation secure communication products.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain firmware for microcontrollers
Design, develop, and maintain Linux device drivers for our custom electronics and quantum-optic hardware
Design, develop, and maintain command & control software to implement quantum communication protocols
Work closely within a multifunctional development team to test and debug systems
Write technical design and test documentation
Guide product development and overall systems architectures based on embedded software engineering expertise, including participation in code reviews and mentoring other staff

Essential

Excellent knowledge of C, including software development experience

Experience of development for microcontroller platforms (e.g., STM32) and associated interfaces (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, JTAG)

Strong familiarity with Linux kernel space development

Detailed knowledge of networking, hardware interfacing, and system programming within Linux environments

Excellent programming and problem-solving skills, including the ability to independently debug issues

Familiarity with software development practices from project conception through testing and maintenance, including Git, unit testing, code quality automation, and agile management

Motivation to work in a multidisciplinary product team, demonstrating excellent communication skills and time management to successfully drive projects

Desirable

Knowledge of multiple programming languages (e.g., Rust, Python)

Experience with PCIe devices & FPGAs

Familiarity with PCB design concepts and ability to interpret PCB schematics

Experience in cyber-security, cryptography, and / or systems hardening

Software engineering experience in the communications industry

Enthusiasm to learn new skills and pursue new knowledge, with a self-starter team-player mindset

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet

J-18808-Ljbffr

Create a job alert for this search

Senior Embedded Software Engineer • Cambridge, England, United Kingdom