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Job Title: Embedded Software / Baseband Platform Integration Location: Farnborough, United Kingdom Contract: 12 Months Start Date: March 2026 An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to join a leading semiconductor organisation working on next-generation wireless and IoT chipsets. This role sits within the Baseband Platform Integration team, where you will develop the embedded software environment used to validate complex SoC hardware and firmware during the pre-silicon phase. You will work closely with ASIC, firmware, and system teams to ensure successful integration of modem hardware blocks and low-level DSP software before silicon tape-out. This is a highly technical role working with advanced SoC architectures, modem technologies, and hardware emulation platforms. Key Responsibilities • Develop embedded software test environments used for validating SoC hardware and low-level firmware during pre-silicon development., • Create unit tests to validate integration of modem hardware blocks within LTE/5G systems., • Develop unit tests for DSP-based firmware functions used in low-level physical layer implementations., • Build and maintain automated regression and non-regression testing frameworks., • Write detailed verification plans, validation reports, and documentation., • Execute validation on hardware emulation platforms., • Work closely with hardware, firmware, and system integration teams to identify and resolve issues early in the development cycle. Required Skills & Experience • Strong programming skills in Python and Embedded C/C++, • Good understanding of SoC architecture, including:, • CPU, • Cache, • Memory subsystems, • DMA, • Network-on-Chip (NoC), • Experience working with embedded systems in ASIC development environments, • Experience developing low-level drivers and hardware/software integration, • Comfortable working in Linux environments, • Experience with Git or other version control systems Desirable • Knowledge of LTE / 5G NR physical layer or signal processing

Lead Subsea Acoustics Engineer Please make sure you read the following details carefully before making any applications. Near Farnborough £Competitive + Bonus + Great Benefits Were seeking an innovative Lead or Principal Engineer to guide the development of next-generation underwater positioning and communication systems. This is a high-impact technical leadership role at the intersection of acoustics, embedded systems, and subsea engineering delivering reliable, secure, and intuitive solutions that support exploration, defence, and offshore energy operations worldwide. As part of the engineering leadership team, youll define technology strategy, coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, and help shape the future of underwater navigation and communication. What Youll Do Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced underwater acoustic positioning and communication technologies (USBL, LBL, and related systems). Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems engineers to deliver high-performance embedded solutions. Develop and maintain technology roadmaps that align with company and product strategy. Analyse complex acoustic and system data to optimise performance and reliability. Mentor engineers and scientists, fostering technical excellence and innovation. Represent the engineering function at customer reviews, technical forums, and industry conferences. Ensure all products meet the highest standards of robustness, usability, and interoperability. About You Youre a hands-on technical leader who enjoys tackling complex acoustic and systems challenges. You combine deep technical expertise with the ability to inspire, guide, and communicate across diverse teams. Essential Skills & Experience Degree (or higher) in Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field. 5+ years of experience working with underwater acoustic systems (e.g., USBL, LBL, sonar, or acoustic communications). Strong background and knowledge of embedded systems development (C/C++, Linux RT, DevOps tools). Demonstrated understanding of acoustic navigation principles and signal processing. Proven experience leading or mentoring cross-disciplinary technical teams. Excellent communication and documentation skills able to convey complex ideas clearly and confidently. Nice to have Experience in subsea robotics, oceanography, or defence applications. Proficiency with modelling, simulation, or data analytics for acoustic systems. Familiarity with agile development and continuous integration workflows. Whats on Offer Join a forward-thinking engineering organisation developing technologies that enable safer, smarter, and more connected oceans. Youll work with cutting-edge systems, from early-stage research to real-world trials, in a supportive environment that values technical curiosity and collaboration. We offer: Competitive salary and benefits Opportunities for travel, field trials, and applied research Professional development, mentoring, and career progression This position would suit a Lead or Principal Engineer who has drive, ambition and a desire to lead from the front. xrnqpay Youll be solutions focused and be able to demonstrate what needs to be done in order to achieve the bigger picture.

Senior Software Engineer - Up to £200,000 - Cambridge Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below. Title: Senior Software Engineer Company: Proprietary HFT Location: Cambridge Pay: Up to £200,000 with huge potential to increase Company: A proprietary high-frequency trading firm in Cambridge, specialising in the research and development of ultra-low-latency automated trading strategies, are looking for a Software Engineer with a demonstrable background of delivering complex projects from a concept through to delivery. It is important that you have been involved in the entire software development life cycle (SDLC), as this dynamic role will require you to rapidly prototype - and ultimately move into production - highly complex, reliable and performant systems - oftentimes from scratch. Role: • Develop ultra-low-latency trading systems C++ or Rust code, • Work closely with a close-knit team of Software Developers and Quant Traders, • Build mission-critical research systems from scratch, • This is an early-stage hire for the team. Much of your work will be completely greenfield. You will be involved in the designing, prototyping, testing and productionising new software., • Providing support to a small number of junior engineers, • Holistic approach to problem solving; you are able to see the 'bigger picture' of your work, • Exceptional systems knowledge, • Exceptional Linux knowledge, • Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP), • Strong concurrent programming ability (C++orRust)

Title: Senior Linux EngineerCompany: TelecomsLocation: Cambridge (on site)Pay: Up to £85,000 + excellent benefitsCompany:One of the most advanced and (genuinely) passionate telecoms teams, developing infrastructure literally keeping millions of the British public safe, are looking for a Senior Soft

A leading tech firm in the UK is looking for an engineer to manage secure infrastructure across various cloud platforms, including Azure and Microsoft 365. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in Windows Server, Linux, and networking fundamentals.

A leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Farnborough. You will develop software solutions across multiple platforms, including embedded systems and Linux applications.

A global technology leader in space seeks an experienced Embedded Linux Developer to join their Farnborough team. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of expertise in embedded Linux platform development, particularly using Yocto or Buildroot, along with strong experience in CI/CD and container

A leading defence technology company based in Farnborough is in search of an Associate IT Engineer to work closely with project managers and deliver IT solutions. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Science or Engineering and have experience with Windows Client/Server Infrastructure and Net

A leading technology company based in Farnborough is seeking a Senior Services Engineer with hands-on experience in installation and support of network products. Candidates must have a strong understanding of network security and Linux environments. Travel and security clearance are required as part

A leading defence technology company in Farnborough is seeking an Associate IT Engineer.

A leading technology company in Farnborough seeks a Senior Services Engineer. Essential skills include strong knowledge of Linux, network security, and customer service. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in high tech are preferred, along with the ability to obtain security clearance.

Build and maintain custom Linux distributions using Yocto or Buildroot. Maintain Linux platform configuration, including kernel configuration, device tree, and boot components (U-Boot). Maintain Linux packaging, configuration management, and release processes.

Linux kernel debugging or driver development. The global MDA Space team of more than 3,800 space experts turns audacious customer visions into achievable missions, combining experience, engineering excellence and a collaborative culture. Build and maintain custom Linux distributions using Yocto or B

The ideal candidate is comfortable with CLI-driven configuration, network security, and automation. Work with whitebox/open networking infrastructure (Linux-based network OS). Are you a Network Engineer looking to work on production LANs and global WANs in a high-security environment? We are seeking

Industry: Defence & Advanced Engineering. Collaborate closely with software and system engineers, project teams, and stakeholders. Contribute to modernising Maritime Test & Evaluation facilities and cutting-edge engineering projects.

Software Development Engineer (To be cleared for SC Clearance is essential) Package: Competitive Salary + Benefits Location: Farnborough (Hybrid) This is a 37-hour per week position based at their Farnborough site, with hybrid working available . The Role You'll join a highly skilled engineering team focused on maintaining and developing new systems that modernise Maritime Test & Evaluation facilities. This is hands-on, impactful work, contributing to real-world mission success. In this position, you'll be exposed to a wide range of exciting technical projects. You'll have the chance to expand your skill set, work alongside recognised experts, and operate at the forefront of technology. Your contributions will support the creation, testing and effective use of new, life-saving capabilities. Key Responsibilities Gathering and translating software requirements Designing, implementing and maintaining software solutions Developing new modules, resolving defects and tackling technical challenges Collaborating closely with software engineers, systems engineers, project teams and multiple stakeholders Essential Experience Hands-on development experience in C++ or Java , on Linux or Windows Strong problem-solving and engineering skills, with the ability to communicate clearly across teams and customers Solid understanding of the full software development life cycle Experience designing, developing, integrating, testing and delivering complex real-time software systems Familiarity with change control and configuration management tools Preferred Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience) TPBN1_UKTJ

At CV-Library, we have a simple vision: to help the world to work and we are looking for exceptional and talented people to help us realise this vision in both UK and overseas markets. We are in a period of focused internal investment, following a year of key strategic acquisitions and significant investment across all parts of the business from Tech and Data to People and HR, there's never been a more exciting time to join us or a better place to grow your career! The Role Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00-17:30 Location: Fleet Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1-2 days a week on site As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will help design, operate and improve the reliability of our high-traffic web platforms and cloud-native services running across AWS and hybrid environments. As part of a small but highly impactful team, you will focus on system reliability, observability and operational automation, while contributing to the ongoing evolution of our infrastructure platform. You will work closely with engineering teams to improve system resilience, deployment velocity and operational maturity. What your day-to-day will look like: * Manage and optimise AWS infrastructure including EC2, EKS, RDS, Aurora, S3, VPC, IAM, Route53 and CloudWatch * Improve system reliability, availability and resilience across production services * Define and improve operational practices including monitoring, alerting and incident management * Drive improvements in observability, metrics, logging and tracing * Participate in incident response and post-incident reviews, helping prevent recurrence * Contribute to capacity planning and performance optimisation * Operate and improve containerised workloads using Docker and Kubernetes * Maintain and evolve infrastructure supporting high-traffic production services * Automate operational workflows and reduce manual toil * Implement and improve CI/CD pipelines * Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code * Work closely with developers to improve deployment processes and system operability What we're looking for (essential): * Strong, hands-on experience with Linux system administration and troubleshooting * Solid experience operating production services in AWS environments * Experience managing containerised platforms using Docker and Kubernetes * Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, TLS, load balancing) * Experience with monitoring, logging and observability platforms * Experience participating in incident management and operational support processes * Strong scripting and automation skills (e.g. Bash, Python, PowerShell) * Experience with AWS services such as EC2, EKS, RDS, Aurora, VPC and IAM * Experience managing databases in production environments (Aurora/MySQL) * Familiarity with hybrid cloud or virtualised environments * Good understanding of infrastructure networking and connectivity We are actively committed to promoting a fully diverse and inclusive workforce and we welcome applications for this role from all candidates who meet the key requirements. Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application

Site Reliability Engineer – Farnborough – Permanent Overview Fuel Recruitment is supporting a leading organisation within the National Security and Defence sector that is looking for an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to join their growing team. This role sits at the heart of modern platform engineering, working with the latest technologies and driving secure-by-design practices. You’ll be involved in shaping and delivering innovative infrastructure solutions, from proof‑of‑concept through to production. It’s an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about automation, DevOps principles, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities • Deliver, upgrade and maintain core service and project platforms, systems and automation., • Develop and manage core monitoring and management platforms, ensuring high‑quality observability., • Collaborate with engineers, developers, operations and QA to design, harden and optimise platforms., • Create architecture and solution designs for new services, delivering PoCs through to production., • Conduct security risk and vulnerability assessments, ensuring secure deployment., • Design, build and maintain automation tooling to improve performance and reliability., • Diagnose and resolve performance issues across Linux, Docker, Terraform, Kubernetes and related technologies., • Produce and maintain high‑quality documentation and support mentoring within the team. Key Skills / Experience Essential • Strong experience with Linux and Windows operating systems., • Excellent Linux administration skills (e.g. Ubuntu)., • Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, PHP, Python, PowerShell)., • Hands‑on experience with automation/DevOps tools such as Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines and Git., • Experience with Azure or similar cloud technologies., • Understanding of Desired State Configuration (DSC)., • Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills., • Willingness to learn, research new technologies and work in a fast‑paced environment. Desirable • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices., • Awareness of security considerations and best practice., • Knowledge of configuration as code tools (DSC, Ansible)., • Experience with ARM Templates, Terraform and continuous inspection tooling., • Familiarity with Docker/Podman and container orchestration (Kubernetes, Swarm)., • Experience with GitLab or similar configuration management tooling., • Knowledge of Jira or similar project/issue management tools., • Experience with Azure and Azure Stack Hub environments., • Monitoring and alerting tools experience (Nagios, Splunk)., • Strong documentation and communication skills (Confluence)., • Experience delivering and managing large-scale systems., • Understanding of Agile and DevOps principles. Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be UK sole nationals and eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance

Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) - Defence / National Security - £75k - Farnborough - Hybrid A permanent opportunity for an experienced Site Reliability Engineer who enjoys building secure, automated, and highly reliable platforms. This role sits within a defence and national security environment, working on modern infrastructure where automation, resilience, and secure-by-design principles are fundamental. You'll work closely with platform engineers, infrastructure teams, and operational stakeholders to take requirements from early design and proof-of-concept through to production. The role blends hands-on engineering with technical design, offering real influence over tooling, standards, and DevOps ways of working. It suits someone curious, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in complex, regulated environments. What you'll be doing Designing, delivering, upgrading, and maintaining core platforms, services, and automations Building and improving monitoring, alerting, and observability platforms Designing secure infrastructure using automation-first approaches Creating and productionising proofs of concept for new tools and technologies Diagnosing and resolving performance, reliability, and availability issues Supporting architecture, documentation, and non-functional requirements Mentoring engineers and helping improve DevOps and SRE practices Essential experience Strong experience with Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows Server environments Hands-on scripting skills (Bash, Python, PowerShell or similar) Proven experience with automation and DevOps tooling (Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD, Git) Experience working with Azure or similar cloud platforms Solid understanding of infrastructure reliability, monitoring, and incident response Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work across multiple priorities Willingness to work in secure, regulated environments (SC eligibility required) Desirable experience Infrastructure-as-Code lifecycle and best practices Containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Configuration management and desired state tooling Application and platform monitoring tools (Splunk, Nagios or similar) Experience hardening systems and conducting security assessments Understanding of Agile and DevOps principles in practice A collaborative, inclusive culture with strong benefits including competitive pay, bonus, pension, private healthcare, generous leave, professional development, wellbeing perks, and modern on-site facilities. TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client, a leader in the defence and security sector, is currently seeking a Senior Software Engineer with advanced security clearance to join their cutting-edge team. This permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative solutions that redefine defence technology. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement and test solutions to complex customer problems across the development lifecycle Develop software for a range of areas including bare-metal MCU, signal processing, Embedded Linux, and GUI development on Windows, Linux, and mobile platforms Utilise various programming languages such as Rust, C/C++, Python, and web development frameworks Work with FPGAs, electronic design, and mechanical design Collaborate closely with team members in an agile environment to balance requirements, schedule, and cost Produce comprehensive documentation from requirements to design and testing materials to support developments Ensure compliance with Government regulations by managing the security of information as defined in the Security manual Job Requirements: Degree in an engineering, mathematical, or science-based subject or equivalent experience Experience in at least one of the following areas: Embedded Linux application, kernel, and/or driver development C/C++ or Rust programming Proficiency in best practice software development processes/lifecycles Experience in Object-Oriented Design and Design Patterns Knowledge of software testing and design for test Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualifications: GUI development frameworks such as eGUI, GTK, Tauri Yocto, Petalinux, and uBoot Python, Jupyter Notebooks, or Matlab Web development languages (HTML, Javascript, Typescript, React) IOS/Android development Experience with communications protocols - TCP, QUIC, WiFi Knowledge of GNU Radio and Software Defined Radios Experience with FPGAs and exposure to hardware UML design and tools such as Enterprise Architect Security Clearance: Must hold DV (UKDV or MOD DV) security clearance If you are an experienced software engineer seeking a challenging role within the defence sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and innovative team

Linux Engineer - £485 per day inside IR35 - 6 month rolling contract - Hybrid - 60% on site near Manchester, 40% work from home. I am partnering with a Global Consultancy who are looking for Linux Engineer with working experience in Unix to take on a key project for a multinational organisation.

Title: AIX & Red Hat Linux EngineerLocation: Preston OnsiteDepartment: IT InfrastructureEmployment Type: Full-Time / permanentSecurity Clearance: UK Government Security Clearance requiredAbout DXC TechnologyDXC Technology is a global leader in IT services, helping clients harness the power of techno

Unix/Linux Engineer - BristolReference Code: 228969-en_GBContract Type: PermanentProfessional Communities: Cloud Infrastructure ManagementAbout the job you're consideringWe are seeking a Unix/Linux Support Engineer responsible for maintaining and supporting our Unix/Linux-based systems, providing t

A leading firm in communications and data in Cambridge is seeking an Embedded Linux Software Engineer with strong Linux experience and skills in C. You will design and implement software solutions, integrate Linux software with hardware, and collaborate with teams to analyze technical issues.

Team Lead – Linux Infrastructure Engineer. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of infrastructure support engineers across multiple regions. Partner with engineering teams to drive automation, improve tooling, and reduce manual effort.

A leading software hosting company in Greater London is seeking a skilled Infrastructure Engineer. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience supporting enterprise infrastructure on both Windows and Linux systems.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Linux Systems Engineering and will focus on building and supporting automated solutions for scalable deployment in both private and public cloud infrastructures. A leading tech recruitment firm is looking for a Site Reliability Engineer to work in London.

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Linux Engineer for a 6-month contract.

Ideal candidates should have a strong Linux background with packet management, experience in GitOps, Configuration Management, Infrastructure as Code, and distributed resource management systems like Kubernetes and Slurm. A recruitment agency is seeking an HPC Engineer to join their team in the Unit

The Canonical Kernel Team is seeking exceptionally talented technology experts and industry veterans with a proven track record in operating systems kernel development or low‑level system engineering to take the lead in the architecture, implementation, and ongoing delivery of the following (but n

They need an Linux Platform Engineer to come in and aid their trading divisions, working with low-latency apps and augmenting the technological infrastructure, enabling them to operate with upmost efficiency. Stack: Linux, Redhat, Python, TCP. The company is a tech firm before a hedge fund, and thus

The ideal candidate will have a relevant Bachelor's degree, experience with Linux packaging, and strong programming skills in C and C++.

DevOps Engineer/Systems Administrator – Linux / LAMP – Higher Education. Get notified about new DevOps Engineer jobs in the United Kingdom. Our Higher Education client, a global leader in delivering innovative online learning solutions, is seeking a DevOps Engineer/Systems Administrator to join

A leading IT services company based in Central London is seeking a Linux Engineer to provide technical support and ensure smooth system performance. Eligible candidates should have proficiency in UNIX/Linux systems and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

An Embedded Linux Engineer with experience across both Embedded Linux and Real-Time C/C++ development will bring their broad skills to a thriving Technical Consultancy where you ll contribute to the design and build of embedded systems across a wide range of applications. A competitive salary will b

A leading tech company in the UK is seeking an OpenShift Site Reliability Engineer to ensure the reliability and performance of OpenShift-based platforms. This role offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic engineering team.

A global technology services provider is seeking a highly skilled Linux Engineer to support approximately 4000 Linux systems. The role entails designing, implementing, and optimizing Linux infrastructure critical to business applications. Responsibilities include developing operating procedures, dri

Linux Support Engineer / Linux Systems Administrator – City of London – Linux, VMware, Nagios, Jira - £50,000 - £60,000. Daily responsibilities of the Linux Support Engineer / Linux Systems Administrator will include: monitoring and supporting linux platforms during trading hours. To be cons

A leading medical technology firm in Greater London seeks a Senior Embedded Linux / Systems Software Engineer to develop custom computing platforms used in operating rooms. The role requires extensive experience with Linux device drivers and system integration in a regulated environment.

A financial services firm seeks an Information Security Operations Engineer to enhance its security posture. Candidates should have a strong background in Linux, Cloud infrastructure, and Security Operations with at least five years of relevant experience.

A leading aerospace and defense company is seeking experienced Software Engineers to join their Electronic Warfare team.

A leading quantitative trading firm is seeking a Trading Systems Engineer to manage its Linux infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of Linux experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with configuration tools.

A leading Defence and Aerospace company in Guildford is seeking a Hardware Engineer to design PCBs and develop algorithms for FPGAs. You will work on various projects including managing PCB layout and fabrication, mentoring others, and developing Linux device drivers.

This hybrid role involves developing embedded software in C, configuring Linux systems, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates must have strong experience in embedded C and Linux, as well as debugging Linux drivers. A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Contract Embedded Software E

A leading tech company in London seeks a Software System Engineer to work on operating system development for server-side Linux environments.

A technology recruitment agency is offering a contract opportunity in Bristol for experienced engineers to work on advanced fibre data transfer projects.

A leading energy technology company in Greater London is seeking an IT Engineer to support a high-performance computing environment alongside Microsoft platforms. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in Linux and Windows systems, and will be responsible for optimizing system performance a