Software Engineer

Engineer 1 - Software
Sedgefield (NETPark) | On-site / Hybrid | £26,939 - £34,939

About the Role

CPI is seeking an Engineer 1 - Software to join our multidisciplinary engineering team, supporting the development of embedded software and firmware solutions across a range of innovative projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to contribute to the full software development lifecycle, working on real-world systems that integrate hardware, software, and digital technologies.
You will be involved in designing, developing, and testing software solutions, while working closely with engineers across electronics, product design, and systems teams.

What You'll Be Responsible For:

Software & Firmware Development

Support the development of software and firmware for:
Embedded microcontrollers and microprocessors
PC and mobile applications
Contribute to implementation, debugging, and testing of software modulesSystem Design & Integration

Work alongside hardware teams to define:
System architectures
Block diagrams and IO specifications
Support the creation of technical documentation and user manualsTesting & Validation

Assist in unit testing and integration testing of software systems
Support validation activities to ensure systems meet functional requirements
Contribute to debugging and resolving technical issuesProject Delivery

Work on a range of projects, supporting delivery from concept through to implementation
Plan and execute technical tasks under guidance from senior engineers
Document technical outputs, data, and decisions clearly and accuratelyBest Practice & Development

Follow established software development procedures and standards
Use tools such as version control systems and task management tools
Continuously develop technical knowledge and engineering skills
About You
You are an early-career software or embedded systems engineer with strong technical foundations and a desire to develop within a hands-on engineering environment.
You'll bring:

A degree (or equivalent) in Software Engineering, Electronics, or a related discipline
Experience with programming in C/C++ or similar languages
Understanding of embedded systems or software development principles
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detailDesirable (but not essential):

Experience with:
Embedded systems or firmware development
Communication protocols (e.g. I2C, SPI, UART)
RTOS environments (e.g. FreeRTOS, Zephyr)
Exposure to:
Electronics or hardware-software integration
IoT, cloud-connected, or mobile applicationsThis role is ideal for someone who:

Is keen to build a career in embedded software and systems engineering
Enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams
Is motivated, curious, and committed to continuous learning
Why Join CPI?

Opportunity to work on innovative, real-world engineering projects
Strong learning and development environment for early-career engineers
Exposure to hardware-software integration and systems engineering
Collaborative, supportive team culture
Competitive salary (£26.9k-£34.9k)
Location & Working Pattern

Based at NETPark, Sedgefield
Hybrid working available depending on project needs
Hands-on role with regular on-site collaboration
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for a developing software engineer to gain experience across embedded systems, firmware development, and integrated engineering projects, building a strong foundation for future career progression.

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