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Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2

Redline Group Ltd

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Are you an experienced Robotics Software Engineer with a strong background in ROS2, C++? Are you based in the Cambridge area, or keen to join one of the UK’s leading hubs for robotics and technology innovation?If so, our client an innovative ‘tech for good’ start-up - is seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to join their growing R&D team in Cambridge, supporting projects across the UK and EU.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and integrate ROS2-based software for advanced robotic systems.Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electronics, mechatronics, AI/research) in an Agile environment.Implement, test, and debug real-time robotic applications on Linux platforms.Deploy and validate robotics software on physical hardware, including field testing.Required Skills & Experience:Degree or Master’s in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related discipline.Proven experience with modern C++ (C++14 or later)Hands-on expertise with ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2).Experience integrating software with embedded or edge computing hardware (e.G. NVIDIA Jetson/Xavier).Exposure to ROS1 migration, simulation tools (e.G. Gazebo, RViz), and project tracking tools such as Jira.This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career progression and profit share within a pioneering robotics company driving real-world impact.To apply for the Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2 (Linux) role, please send your CV to Or call 01582 878828 / 07487 756328.TPBN1_UKTJ

Repair Centre Technician

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TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Role location: Cambridge, UKAt Endomag, a Hologic company, we’re redefining cancer treatment and empowering clinicians worldwide with innovative medical solutions. By leveraging our magnetic-based technologies, including the Sentimag®, Magtrace® lymphatic tracer, and Magseed® marker, we enable physicians to accurately stage breast cancer and perform precise tissue localisation procedures.We are looking for a skilled Repair Centre Technician to join our team in Cambridge and play a vital role in supporting our in-house repair and pilot line capabilities for the Sentimag Gen2 and Gen3 Probes and Base Units.We’re looking for people who have engineering experience ideally from within a medical device background who love troubleshooting and problem solving, are driven to exceed customer expectations and have passion for quality.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct incoming, inline, and end-of-line testing on components and products to verify compliance with quality standards

Calibrate and maintain tooling and equipment to ensure ongoing accuracy and reliability within the Repair Centre

Prepare repair documentation, generate quotes, create work orders and deliver progress updates

Decontamination and incoming inspection of products returning from the field

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting the introduction of new repair procedures, tooling and processes

Assist with inventory management of spare parts and materials required for repair activities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Experience in a manufacturing/service/repair environment

Experience using electrical test equipment; Oscilloscope, multi-meter etc.

Experience soldering/ performing PCB repair and fault finding will be highly advantageous

ERP system knowledge within a manufacturing/service/repair environment

Proficient use of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic inventory management tools

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach

Ready to Make an Impact?If you have the right skills and experience and want to join our team, apply today. We can’t wait to hear from you!Innovate with Purpose: Work at the forefront of life-changing medical technology.Collaborative Culture: Join a friendly, supportive team where your contributions matter.Personal Growth: Expand your skills in a fast-growing, global company.#LI-KP1#associate

Software Engineer Linux

Technical Futures.

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Are you a C/C++ Software Engineer with commercial experience in Embedded Linux development? Are you seeking a challenging mid level Software Engineer role where you can contribute solid C/C++ development skills under Linux to solve real world problems? Our Client, Global leaders in radar and surveillance systems development, seeks a Degree qualified mid-level Software Engineer to join their team. Hybrid working available (3 days office / 2 WFH) and a salary on offer to C£45K + good benefits.Working primarily in C++, applicants with strong C skills will be considered. The successful Software Engineer will bring a good academic background to include a minimum of a 2.1 Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Electronics with a software bias.Key requirements for the Software Engineer (Embedded Linux) include:C++ development skills or Embedded C with a willingness to learn.Strong experience working with Embedded Linux.Using Linux build systems.Previous involvement in the set-up / configuration of Embedded Linux systems.Exposure to networking protocols.2+ years commercial Embedded software development experience.To find out more about this rewarding and technically challenging Software Engineer role, apply in confidence now.Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK without any restrictions.TPBN1_UKTJ

Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Technical Futures.

Do you possess commercial experience in Embedded Linux development? Are you seeking a challenging mid level Software Engineer role where you can contribute solid Embedded C/C++ development skills to solve real world problems? Our Client, Global leaders in radar and surveillance systems development, seeks a Degree qualified mid-level Embedded Linux Software Engineer to join their team. Hybrid working available (3 days office / 2 WFH) and a salary on offer to C£45K + good benefits.Working primarily in C++, applicants with strong C skills will be considered. The successful Embedded Linux Software Engineer will bring a good academic background to include a minimum of a 2.1 Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or Electronics with a software bias.Key requirements for the Embedded Linux Software Engineer include:C++ development skills or Embedded C with a willingness to learn.Strong experience working with Embedded Linux.Using Linux build systems such as Yocto.Previous involvement in the set-up / configuration of Embedded Linux systems.Exposure to networking protocols.2+ years commercial Embedded software development experience.To find out more about this rewarding and technically challenging Embedded Linux Software Engineer role, apply in confidence now.Applicants must have full eligibility to work in the UK without any restrictions.TPBN1_UKTJ

Embedded Linux Engineer

Platform Recruitment

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£60,000 - £70,000

Embedded Linux Engineer 60-70k CambridgeAre you a driven engineer experienced with Linux build systems & networking?I am partnered with an ambitious scale-up in the heart of Cambridge that takes a leading role in wireless innovation.The company started as a passion project, and since then it has grown into a company that develops architecture that huge multinationals model their systems after.Responsibilities as an Embedded Linux Engineer :

Porting the OS, integrating with ODM software

Fixing build issues when moving to new platforms and applying patches to debug open-source software

Researching technical growth

Highly experienced with embedded build systems, preferably buildroot, OpenWRT, or other WRT-Variants

Experienced with CLANG and very confident working with patches on open source software

Strong understanding of network protocols

Desirable skills for an Embedded Linux Engineer:

Experience developing Linux kernel modules and using the kernel build system

Knowledge of the Wireless and Linux network stack

Experience managing the process from a reference board to production

Apply now to join an R&D team shaping the future of networking!

Embedded Linux Software Engineer

Platform Recruitment

Multiple locations

£60,000 - £70,000

Embedded Linux Software Engineer 60-70k CambridgeMy client is an essential company in the communications and data industry. Their presence spans hundreds of countries, and their engineering makes up a vital part of the global networking infrastructure.They are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer with strong Linux experience to join their software dev team.Responsibilities as an Embedded Linux Software Engineer**:**

Design & implement software solutions in C

Integrate Linux software with hardware, interpreting schematics

Collaborate with other teams to analyse technical issues and contribute to their timely and effective resolution

Experienced in developing ARM MCUs in C

Confident with Linux-based systems development, including experience with the Linux boot process, DTB, and kernel drivers

Familiar with networking protocols

Proficiency in developing user-level software that interacts with the Linux operating system

Bonus skills for an Embedded Linux Software Engineer:

Familiarity with Yocto

Experience with Git & JIRA

Apply now if you have a passion for networking, Linux, and C. Become a key player in the development of global infrastructure!

Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2

Redline Group Ltd

Multiple locations

£45,000 - £70,000

Are you an experienced Robotics Software Engineer with a strong background in ROS2, C++? Are you based in the Cambridge area, or keen to join one of the UK’s leading hubs for robotics and technology innovation?If so, our client an innovative “tech for good” start-up - is seeking a Robotics Software Engineer to join their growing R&D team in Cambridge, supporting projects across the UK and EU.Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and integrate ROS2-based software for advanced robotic systems.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (electronics, mechatronics, AI/research) in an Agile environment.

Implement, test, and debug real-time robotic applications on Linux platforms.

Deploy and validate robotics software on physical hardware, including field testing.

Required Skills & Experience:

Degree or Master’s in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related discipline.

Proven experience with modern C++ (C+ or later)

Hands-on expertise with ROS2 (Robot Operating System 2).

Experience integrating software with embedded or edge computing hardware (e.G. NVIDIA Jetson/Xavier).

Exposure to ROS1 migration, simulation tools (e.G. Gazebo, RViz), and project tracking tools such as Jira.

This role offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career progression and profit share within a pioneering robotics company driving real-world impact.To apply for the Robotics Software Engineer - C++/ROS2 (Linux) role, please send your CV to (url removed) Or call (phone number removed) / (phone number removed).

Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/PostgreSQL

Redline Group Ltd

Multiple locations

£40,000 - £65,000

Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/ PostgreSQLAre you an experienced Software Engineer with a strong background in C++ development and data systems for robotics? Are you based in the Cambridge area, or keen to join one of the UK’s leading hubs for robotics and technology innovation?If so, our client an innovative “tech for good” start-up - is actively hiring for a position based in Cambridge, UK, supporting operations across their UK and EU functions.The Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/Postgres, based in Cambridge, will be responsible for:

Developing and optimising C++ code to acquire, report, and aggregate data in real time on constrained robotics hardware platforms

Taking full ownership of the data pipeline from robot to cloud PostgreSQL databases

Defining and implementing strategies for data ingestion and analysis including how, when, and where data is stored and transferred

Designing and maintaining the cloud interface for robotic data system

Collaborating with robotics, electronics, and software teams in an Agile environment

To apply for this Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/ PostgreSQL you should have:

A degree or master’s in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, or a related field

Proven experience developing in modern C++ (C+ or later)

Strong PostgreSQL experience, including database design, optimisation, and cloud integration

Solid Linux experience (essential)

Experience with ROS1 and/or ROS2 (Robot Operating System) is highly desirable

This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You will join a pioneering technology company with excellent career growth opportunities and profit share options.To apply for this Robotics Software Design Engineer - C++/Postgres role, please send your CV to (url removed) Or call (phone number removed) / (phone number removed)

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Frequently asked questions

What types of Firmware Engineer jobs are available in Cambridge?

Cambridge offers a variety of Firmware Engineer positions across industries such as semiconductor, telecommunications, and embedded systems development, ranging from junior to senior roles.

What are the typical qualifications required for Firmware Engineer roles in Cambridge?

Employers typically look for candidates with a degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related fields, proficient in C/C++, embedded systems, and experience with microcontrollers and debugging tools.

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Are remote Firmware Engineer jobs available for candidates in Cambridge?

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What is the average salary range for Firmware Engineers in Cambridge?

Salaries typically range from £40,000 to £70,000 annually, depending on experience, specific skills, and the employer. Senior roles may offer higher compensation packages.

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