Job Description

Job Title: Contract Embedded Software Engineer

Location: Watford

Rate: £50 to £60 per hour

Employment Type: Contract

Working Arrangements: Hybrid

IR35: Indicative Outside

Verso Recruitment are looking for an experienced Contract Embedded Software Engineer to deliver low‑level programming support on a new project. Interviews will be scheduled quickly!

This is an exciting greenfield contract where you’ll take ownership of setting up the entire embedded software stack from scratch. You’ll define the architecture, bring up the Linux environment, and build the low‑level C code that underpins a brand‑new piece of test equipment. It’s a hands‑on role suited to a contractor who enjoys autonomy, fast decision‑making, and delivering robust embedded solutions from day one.

This role has an indicative outside IR35 determination, meaning we can consider candidates operating via their own PSC.

What You’ll Be Doing:

- Developing low‑level embedded software in C for new product development 

- Configuring and integrating Linux‑based embedded systems

- Setting up, modifying, and troubleshooting Linux drivers

Working closely with hardware, test, and wider engineering teams

What You’ll Need:

Strong commercial experience in embedded C

Solid background working with embedded Linux

Proven ability with device drivers, kernel configuration

Experience working close to hardware, test equipment, or similar environments

Hands‑on experience with Buildroot or Yocto (essential)

This role requires the successful candidate to pass BPSS screening and meet the eligibility criteria for Security Check (SC) clearance.

For more information, please contact Cathy Swain. 

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