The CompanyConcurrent designs a range of high-performance Intel® processor boards, switches, networking, storage and software products for use in embedded computing solutions. We manufacture our board products in our Colchester, UK based factory to meet the highest level of inspection standards for long life cycle, reliable operation.Our products are used by many of the world’s leading integrators within the Defence, Security, Aerospace, Telecommunications, Transportation, Medical and Industrial markets and are designed to be operated in a range of temperatures and environments from benign to extreme rugged.The company operates facilities in Colchester and Theale in the United Kingdom and Woburn, MA and Los Angeles, CA in the United States. We are supported by a world-wide network of distributors and manufacturers’ representatives to ensure that local support is always available to our customers.Concurrent is a public company, quoted on AIM on the London Stock Exchange.The RoleAs an Embedded Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the delivery of the BIOS, BSPs, and additional software for Concurrent’s new and existing products.Key Responsibilities:Design, develop and maintain the software in the UFEI BIOS.Board Support Packages for cutting edge Intel processor-based boards.Middleware, system and device driver software for Linux, Windows, VxWorks and other standard operating systems.Test softwareSupport in the definition of product and software architectureTaking a hands-on approach to early hardware bring-upWork on challenging customer issues that get escalated to engineering team.Supporting project managers of coordination of deliverablesThe hardware and software platforms vary, but most of the devices used are complex and a good appreciation of the hardware is desired for this role.Qualifications and ExperienceDegree (or equivalent) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related fieldProficient in Embedded C programming for x86, PowerPC or high-performance ARM processors.Practical experience programming a variety of hardware devices at register level.Good appreciation of hardware.Excellent problem solving and debugging skills.Mentoring of engineers in software development and debugAbility to work and effectively communicate with team membersFamiliarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems like GitDesirable:Experience of developing UFEI BIOSExperience developing low-level, embedded software for Linux or a similar operating system.Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems like GitExperience in leading technical projects or working as a technical lead in software developmentAbility to drive technical decisions and provide input into the future direction of the platform’s architectureThe ability to communicate effectively with others within the company at an Engineering level is an important additional attribute.Benefits for working at Concurrent Technologies UK: Generous company pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)Health Insurance, Life Assurance & Income protection25 days holiday + BanksHoliday purchase schemeCycle to workElectric Car Salary Sacrifice SchemeNo probationary periodBenefits for working at Concurrent Technologies US: Health InsurancePrinciple 401K PlanFlexible Spending AccountHealth Reimbursement Account20 days’ vacation + 7 public holidays5 sick/personal days per yearEqual Opportunity StatementConcurrent Technologies recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.For US applicants:In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.