Embedded Software Engineer
Posted 3 hours 1 minute ago by Bright Purple
Up to £65,000
Aberdeen/Hybrid
Join our client's R&D team and make your mark on cutting-edge oilfield technology. Our international client designs and builds advanced downhole and surface tools used in some of the most demanding environments on earth. They develop all firmware in house-giving engineers the rare opportunity to see their designs deployed in the field and make a tangible impact on real world operations.
They are looking for an experienced Firmware Engineer who's passionate about embedded systems and ready to take ownership of the full firmware development lifecycle - from concept to deployment.
What You'll Do- Design, develop, and test firmware for innovative downhole and surface tools.
- Work on low power, high reliability embedded systems that must perform in extreme conditions.
- Implement safe failure modes and robust communication protocols.
- Contribute to an established suite of tools while driving innovation and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate closely with a small, expert R&D team to solve complex challenges and deliver world class products.
We're seeking someone with strong technical foundations, creativity, and initiative. You'll ideally bring:
- 2+ years' commercial experience writing Embedded C for 8/16 bit microcontrollers.
- A strong grasp of embedded design principles and the unique challenges of firmware for microcontrollers.
- Experience completing large, complex coding projects (thousands of lines).
- Analytical and lateral thinking-you enjoy finding elegant solutions to tough problems.
- Solid understanding of digital electronics (analogue knowledge a plus).
- Great communication and teamwork skills.
- A proactive attitude and ownership mindset - you thrive under pressure and deliver on time.
- Work on industry leading technology that sets new standards in performance and reliability.
- Be part of a tight knit, expert team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.
- See your designs brought to life in the field- and know they make a difference.
- Enjoy career development support and opportunities to expand your technical expertise.
Bright Purple is an equal opportunities employer: we are proud to work with clients who share our values of diversity and inclusion in our industry.