Embedded Software Lead – MedTechBristol (3-4 days on-site)£75,000 + £20,000-£25,000 bonus + excellent benefitsKO2's client is an innovative and fast-growing technology business developing advanced wearable devices within a medically regulated environment. They are now seeking an Embedded Software Medical Lead to play a critical role in shaping the next generation of their products, although being narrowly focused on highly specialised or niche medical systems.This is a leadership position within the R&D function, sitting alongside mechanical leadership and taking ownership of embedded software at a system level.The OpportunityYou'll act as the system-level lead across embedded software and hardware, driving design, integration, and validation of both current and next-generation wearable products.This role blends hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, giving you real influence over product direction without being confined to purely regulatory work.What You'll Be DoingContribute to early-stage innovation, exploring new technologies in embedded systems and wearable applicationsDevelop proof-of-concepts and functional prototypesIdentify risks early and shape product direction through informed engineering decisionsSupport usability testing and concept validationLead system design across software and hardware for new product developmentOwn design control, risk management, and verification/validation activitiesProvide technical oversight and challenge solutions to ensure high-quality deliveryInvestigate complex technical issues and support resolution of field challengesDrive continuous improvements in performance, reliability, and costWork closely with quality and cross-functional teamsWhat KO2's client is looking forStrong background in embedded software development (ideally with some hardware exposure)Experience working on physical products (not purely cloud or desktop systems)Background in a regulated environment (medical, safety-critical, or similar preferred, but not overly specialised)Solid understanding of full product lifecycle, from concept through to launch and improvementExperience with design control, testing, and documentationStrong communicator with the ability to lead and influenceTechnical skills:Experience in C or C++ (or similar embedded languages)Understanding of electronics or hardware integration (beneficial, not essential)Awareness of cybersecurity and safety considerationsThis role would suit someone who:Wants to step into or continue in a technical leadership roleEnjoys working on tangible, real-world productsPrefers broad engineering ownership rather than being siloedHas some exposure to regulated environments but doesn't want an overly compliance-heavy role.Salary and Benefits£75,000 base salaryOn-target bonus of £20,000-£25,000Strong benefits packageA key leadership role in a growing R&D teamThe opportunity to work on cutting-edge wearable technology with real-world impactIf you're an embedded software engineer ready to lead at a systems level-and want to work on innovative wearable products in a collaborative, fast-moving environment-this could be a great next step
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