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Senior Embedded Software Engineer


Company : Holt Executive Ltd


Location : Wokingham, England


Created : 2025-04-25


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Holt Executive is partnered with a leading electro-optics design and manufacturing business, seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join their innovative team, supporting cutting-edge video and imaging processing products. Key Responsibilities for Senior Software Engineer: Design, develop, and test application software and Linux drivers for video applications on custom embedded hardware.Provide technical support and integration assistance to international customers.Develop system specifications, test documentation, and unit tests in a continuous integration environment.Fault-find, debug, and resolve issues in complex systems.Assist with the administration and successful delivery of engineering projects.Continuously improve team procedures and working practices.Opportunity to take on team-leading responsibilities if desired. Key Experience for Senior Software Engineer: Essential: Degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Mathematics, or Physics.Proven experience in C++ development for Windows and Linux using Microsoft Visual Studio.Expertise in Linux driver development for ARM processors.A team player with initiative and adaptability in an Agile environment.Strong technical leadership experience. Desirable:Experience in video processing or computer vision algorithms.Video streaming application development and HMI development using OpenGL.Familiarity with CUDA, OpenCV, and GPU computing technologies.Experience interfacing with custom hardware and FPGAs.Customer-facing experience.Coaching and mentoring abilities to support team talent development. Why Join? Flexible hours: 37.5-hour week with lunchtime finishes on Fridays.Hybrid working: Enjoy the flexibility of remote and onsite work.Annual leave: 28 days, plus Christmas closure and a holiday purchasing scheme.Pension: Matched contributions up to 5%.Wellbeing support: Access to remote GP services, mental health pathways, physiotherapy consultations, and more.Professional growth: Excellent learning and development opportunities.Additional perks: Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, gym discounts, high street rewards platform, and regular sports/social activities. Security ClearanceApplicants must be eligible for UK Security Clearance, requiring proof of identity, employment history, and UK residency for at least five years.