What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embedded Software Engineer position at Concurrent?
We’re building something powerful. Let’s build it together.
We've delivered high-performance embedded computing solutions for four decades across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We’re proud to be experts in what we do and are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join our brilliant team.
The Role
As an Embedded Software Engineer joining our Support Engineering organization you will be working closely with Sales, Systems Engineering, and our customers. This position is focused on customer enablement and sustainment where software activities are needed to integrate Concurrent Technologies hardware into customer applications. The role can therefore involve direct customer interaction.
What will I be delivering?
• Customize, integrate, and optimize software for use with Concurrent Technologies products
and systems
• Develop, bring up, and support Embedded Linux BSPs, kernels, device drivers, and middleware
• Support FPGA-based platforms through software integration, validation, and test development
• Create and maintain demonstration software and reference configurations for Sales and
customer evaluations
• Validate operating systems, middleware, applications, and device drivers across Linux,
Windows, and VxWorks
• Develop test software to verify system functionality, performance, and integration
• Diagnose and resolve customer software issues related to system bring-up and application
integration
• Collaborate with hardware, FPGA, and systems engineers when low-level investigation is
required
• Participate in customer support calls and technical discussions, progressing to direct
customer engagement as experience grows
What do I need to bring with me?
Essential knowledge & experience:
A methodical, process-driven engineer with strong problem-solving skills who is comfortable
working across software, FPGA-based systems, and embedded hardware platforms. The ability to communicate effectively with customers and internal engineering teams is essential.
Open to entry level engineering graduate, with a good understanding of the areas below:
• Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience
• Experience with Embedded Linux on x86 platforms
• Proficiency in C for embedded and low-level software development (register-level
interaction)
• Strong debugging and system-level problem-solving skills
Desirable:
• Experience integrating software with FPGA-based subsystems
• Experience working with Linux kernels and possibly device drivers
• Exposure to VPX, OpenVPX, or SOSA-aligned architectures
• Knowledge of networking configuration and constraints
• Some experience supporting customers fielded systems in regulated environments
Benefits for Working at Concurrent
- 20 days’ vacation 7 public holidays
- 5 sick/personal days per year
- Annual profit share bonus
- Employee referral scheme
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- One paid volunteering day per year
- Principal 401K Plan
- YuLife wellbeing app
Work Eligibility
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age. Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process.
Security Clearance
Please be aware that certain roles working for Concurrent will be subject to security and export control restrictions. These specific roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre-employment screening criteria.