Job Title: Software Design Engineer

Hours: 37.5 hours

Location: Norwich, Norfolk

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Software Design Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation in Norwich. This hands-on role offers the chance to work across the full embedded software development lifecycle from concept and design through to testing and delivery within a technically innovative and collaborative environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing robust, real-time software solutions using C++ on Linux, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, integrated systems.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop embedded software solutions from initial concept through to commissioning.

Write efficient, maintainable, and reliable C++ code for real-time Linux environments.

Ensure software meets industry and internal standards for quality, safety, and performance.

Participate in code reviews, troubleshooting, and system-level debugging.

Collaborate with systems, hardware, and testing teams to deliver fully integrated products. About You

HND or equivalent qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

Proven experience developing real-time embedded C++ software, ideally in a Linux environment.

Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.

Experience using Qt Creator or similar tools is advantageous. Benefits

Compressed working hours with half-day Fridays.

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown).

Company pension scheme with employer contributions.

Health cash plan, gym and retail discounts.

Training and development opportunities.

Free on-site parking. How to Apply

If you're a driven and technically minded Software Engineer seeking your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your software design career