Senior Embedded Software Engineer

• Develop low-level software functions and drivers for embedded platforms
• Validate and verify safety-critical software components in compliance with DO-178C standards
• Lead development, validation, verification, and certification of advanced Battery Management System (BMS) software
• Support aircraft-level integration and validation activities collaborating with hardware engineers and multidisciplinary teams

This role contributes to pioneering electric aviation by developing safety-critical software for zero-emissions eVTOL aircraft, helping set new safety standards for air travel while reducing environmental impact.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Systems, or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
• At least 7 years' experience in embedded C software development for safety-critical systems
• Proven experience with Texas Instruments TMS microcontrollers and ARM embedded microcontrollers
• Strong understanding of MISRA C standards, processes, and compliance with aerospace certification programs

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 5 extra days per year to buy or sell
• 5 extra days holiday for marriage or civil partnership
• Additional 4% of salary to spend on extra benefits
• Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
• Company performance-based bonus
• Company Share Scheme open to every employee
• Company Pension Scheme with 5% employer match
• Daily breakfast provided

Vertical Aerospace is pioneering electric aviation with their eVTOL 'zero emissions' aircraft called Valo, aiming to set new safety standards for air travel while redefining aerospace best practices.