Job Title: Embedded Software Consultant - Maritime Tech Location: Remote (occasional on-site meets in South East) Type: Contract Rate: £55-£65 / hour (Outside IR35) We're partnered with an innovative engineering company based in Kent , who are looking for a Embedded Software Consultant to assist with existing projects amongst an existing team Embedded Software Engineers. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement embedded software in C/C++ on real-time operating systems. Collaborate with hardware, systems, and QA teams to ensure integration and reliability. Drive best practices in code quality, documentation, and testing (e.g., MISRA compliance, CI/CD pipelines). Take ownership of sprint planning, code reviews, debugging, and performance optimisation. Essential Experience & Skills: Proven experience leading embedded software development teams. Strong C/C++ skills and deep understanding of RTOS and low-level firmware. Hands-on experience with hardware interfaces and protocols (SPI, UART, I2C, CAN). Familiarity with embedded security, version control, and build/test automation. Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement. Desirable: Exposure to embedded Linux, safety-critical systems, or connected/IoT products. Knowledge of OTA updates, DSP libraries, or Agile methodologies.