Embedded Software Research Engineer

Embedded Software Research Engineer

Location: Reading (Hybrid Working)

Overview

We are looking for an Embedded Software Research Engineer to join our Thales Research & Technology (TRT) business. The role involves low-TRL research and development of embedded software for military communications and spectrum sensing applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in embedded C.
• Develop test scripts.
• Build and evaluate proof‑of‑concept demonstrators and prototypes.
• Integrate software with hardware.
• Conduct software and system testing.
• Work within a group of research staff and adapt to new research areas and ways of working.

Key Competencies

• Practical post‑education experience with embedded C and a problem‑solving mindset.
• Ability to listen to customers, interpret needs, seek clarification and reach agreement to build long‑lasting relationships.
• Ability to present and explain complex technical issues to management, colleagues and customers.
• Willignness and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while taking responsibility for individual tasks.
• Analytical skills to evaluate technical problems, exercise judgement and propose innovative, practical and compliant solutions in a timely manner.
• Ability to prioritise, manage workload and work under pressure to demanding timescales.
• Openness to continuous learning and technical skill development, assisting others where appropriate.
• Balance of creative thinking/problem‑solving with good engineering practice.

Skills

• Embedded C; experience with C++.
• Python or similar scripting language.
• PC‑based application development in C# or similar language.
• Real‑time embedded applications and experience with real‑time OS (e.g. FreeRTOS).
• ARM‑based platforms.
• Android application development.
• Debugging and fault‑finding.
• Eclipse or Microsoft Visual Studio based environments.
• MISRA / CERT C development practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Recent graduate in a relevant mathematical or engineering discipline or a Bachelors honours degree (minimum 2.1), Masters or PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in standard PC‑based office tools (Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio).

Desirable

• Software Defined Radio.
• Mobile application development.
• Hardware debug and test.
• Secure boot.
• Knowledge and experience in related areas such as VHDL, firmware or electronic hardware.
• Membership of a professional institution and professional engineering registration.

Security Clearance

This role requires a sole UK National and achievement of Security Clearance (SC) without caveats. If not currently held, the successful candidate must undergo, achieve, and maintain SC clearance prior to commencing employment.

Benefits

• Half‑day on Fridays, usually finishing around 13:00.
• Hybrid working.
• Pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life cover.
• Progression and development opportunities.
• 24/7 employee assistance programme and access to mental wellbeing app.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Relocation support and a variety of learning, development and career enhancement opportunities.

Thales is an equal opportunities employer and diversity and inclusion are integral to the success of Thales.

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