Embedded Software Engineer - C++ - PCB

Embedded Software Engineer Permanent | Hybrid, Dorset | C++ | C programming We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join a forward-thinking R&D team developing intelligent transport and infrastructure solutions. You'll work across the full firmware lifecycle, from requirements capture and development through to hardware integration, validation, regression testing and release. The role would suit an engineer with strong C/C++ skills, experience of STM32 or similar microcontrollers, and a passion for solving complex hardware-software integration challenges. This role offers a flexible hybrid working pattern, with only two days a week required on site at our Dorset office. You’ll have the freedom to balance remote work with in-person collaboration, all within a supportive team that values a healthy work life balance. Responsibilities: • Define firmware requirements and plan implementation. • Design, develop, test and review embedded firmware across multiple platforms, including firmware migration and software release activities. • Support firmware update mechanisms, bootloaders and software deployment strategies. • Integrate and test firmware with hardware and wider system components, supporting board-level debugging, validation and verification activities. • Take part in stand‑ups and planning sessions. • Perform regression testing and contribute to continuous integration improvements to maintain software quality. Skills & Experience: • Strong C or C++ programming skills in embedded environments. • Experience developing firmware for STM32, TI or similar microcontrollers and working with RTOS environments. • Understanding of hardware schematics and interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART and CAN. • Confident with firmware and hardware integration and debugging (STM, TI, Keil, Code Composer Studio). • Able to gather, understand and break down requirements into clear features. • Good communication and teamwork skills. Desirable skills: • Familiarity with Git, GitLab, Jira and Confluence. • Experience with branching strategies and technical documentation. • Experience troubleshooting embedded hardware systems and PCB-based products. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful engineering that improves cities and towns infrastructure, enhances safety, and supports environmentally responsible systems. About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that’s focused on growth, both yours, our clients’, and the sectors we support. You’ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you’ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you’ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You’ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You’re not a contractor - you’re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Our Culture We’re curious, open, and always learning. We believe in doing great work and doing it with integrity. We support each other, share ideas freely, and celebrate progress big and small. And we care about the impact