Embedded System Reliability Engineer

Description

• Develop and maintain tools for automated testing, diagnostics and release validation using Python and Bash
• Define, monitor and drive improvements against key reliability metrics (e.g. crash frequency, memory stability, startup success)
• Enhance and maintain CI/CD pipelines for embedded firmware (Buildroot/make) and desktop applications (CMake/Qt), integrating quality gates and static analysis
• Improve diagnostic visibility through structured logging, crash data capture and telemetry via MQTT
• Investigate and resolve complex bugs across embedded and desktop systems, implementing fixes and systemic quality improvements
• Collaborate with hardware, software and test engineers to embed quality and reliability throughout the development lifecycle

Requirements

***this role requires 50/50 WFH and on-site working (Capenhurst CH1 6ES) over the course of the year flexing as projects require***

Due to continued growth and expansion, we’re looking for an Embedded Systems Reliability Engineer to join our amazing CTO Development team. You’d be working with an exceptionally friendly group of people in a genuinely welcoming and positive environment. So, if you’re experienced in the embedded field, we’d love to hear from you.

• Strong scripting experience in Python and Bash for tooling and test automation
• Working knowledge of observability concepts, incident response and long-term reliability strategies
• Confident in debugging across firmware, OS and application layers
• Familiarity with MQTT and messaging protocols used in distributed systems
• Deep understanding of Embedded Linux (Buildroot), system configuration and device-level development
• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics or equivalent working experience
• Experience with Qt and GUI development for Windows and Linux environments
• Proficiency in modern C++ (C++17 or newer) for embedded and cross-platform desktop development
• Experience with CMake, make, and CI/CD systems (e.g., GitLab CI, Azure Pipelines)
• Familiarity with Docker for embedded software builds and containerised testing
• Exposure to hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and embedded diagnostics

Benefits

We encourage and cultivate individual creativeness, understanding that every person at EA Technology is critical to achieving our company goals. This spirit impacts our internal culture and the positive way we interact including our flexible working/hybrid roles which is why so many of our employees stay with us long term.

• Comprehensive benefits, including Group Life Insurance, Income Protection, and Critical Illness cover (or cash equivalents)
• Holidays: 25 days of annual leave (FTE), plus bank holidays, with an extra day for every three years completed (up to a maximum of 30 days). Ability to buy an additional 5 days
• Private Medical Insurance (single cover or cash equivalent)
• Up to £60,000 p.a DOE
• A truly collaborative and supportive work environment where amazing colleagues inspire each other every day!
• Pension contributions of 8% from the employer (or cash equivalent)
• Career development opportunities: We offer genuine pathways for growth within our company

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance