Job Title: Lead/Principal Embedded Software EngineerLocation: Gloucester (On-Site Working) Salary: Up to £85,000 (Depending on Experience) Summary of Vacancy: We re currently recruiting for a Principal Embedded Software Engineer on behalf of a cutting-edge Security Research and Development organisation.This organisation is focused on low-level, security-related development in embedded systems, and is building novel and secure solutions that push technical boundaries. You ll be working in a deeply technical, collaborative environment that prioritises engineering excellence. As a Principal Engineer, you ll lead development efforts for secure embedded systems, working hands-on with code while also guiding and mentoring others. You ll collaborate with researchers to prototype new capabilities and deliver high-integrity software across a wide range of platforms. Key Responsibilities: Develop robust, efficient embedded software with a focus on security and performance. Work across the full stack from low-level hardware interaction up to application logic depending on project needs. Use your deep understanding of systems to write clean, reliable code that meets demanding security requirements. Lead small teams of engineers, supporting junior developers and reviewing complex codebases. Rapidly learn and adapt to new languages, platforms, and toolchains. Collaborate closely with researchers to explore new capabilities and turn ideas into working software. Required Experience: 8+ y