Embedded Software Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) - Cambridge - SC Clearance at SoCode Limited, Cambridgeshire, £60 to £80 per Hour

Embedded Software Engineer | 6-Month Contract (Outside IR35) | Cambridge Location: Cambridge, UK Contract Type: 6 months (Outside IR35) Rate: Competitive (DOE) Security Clearance: SC Clearance required About the Role We are working with a leading UK defence and security technology consultancy, engaged in developing cutting-edge solutions that protect the UK from emerging technological and cyber threats. As an Embedded Software Engineer, you’ll work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers to design, develop, test, and deliver prototype solutions. This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where your work will have real-world impact. Responsibilities:

• Develop embedded software for high-tech systems, primarily in C (Linux environment)
• Collaborate with teams on design, prototyping, and full product lifecycle development
• Debug and optimise software and hardware interfaces
• Contribute to technical problem-solving and innovative solutions

Required Experience:

• 3+ years of embedded software development experience
• Strong C programming skills (Linux)
• Experience in full lifecycle software development
• Relevant technical degree
• Eligibility for UK SC Clearance (essential)

Desirable Experience:

• Bare metal / RTOS development on ARM
• Additional programming languages: C++, C#, MATLAB
• Embedded software debugging and electronics development
• Scripting for testing or signal processing (Python, MATLAB)
• Experience in defence or high-tech industries is beneficial but not essential

Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting 6-month opportunity.