Senior Embedded Linux Engineer Cambridgeshire £60-70k

Company: Morgan McKinley (South West)
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Senior Embedded Linux Engineer Cambridgeshire 60-70k


Location: Cambridge (Consultancy-based)


Salary: 60,000 – 70,000 + Comprehensive Benefits


Due to the type of work the client are looking for UK eyes only candidates


We are looking for a high-caliber Senior Embedded Software Engineer to join a leading technology business. This role is designed for an engineer who thrives on technical variety and wants to play a key part in turning “impossible” concepts into real-world, high-integrity platforms.


Your Technical Profile



  • Language Expertise: Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems.

  • Platform Experience: Extensive experience developing for embedded platforms (ARM, STM32, or similar Microcontrollers).

  • OS Knowledge: Solid understanding of Embedded Linux (Yocto/PetaLinux).

  • Systems Architecture: Ability to design scalable, robust software using UML and rigorous engineering practices.

  • Interfacing: Comfortable working close to the metal, including interfacing with on-board FPGAs and communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN).


The “Value Add”



  • Experience with Python or MATLAB for algorithm development and testing.

  • Familiarity with Low-SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) design constraints-crucial for drone and space applications.

  • A background in Signal Processing or Robotics (ROS/ROS2).

  • The ability to mentor junior engineers and act as a “Design Authority” for software workstreams.

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Posted: August 7th, 2026