Job Description

Lucy Electric is a leader in secondary power distribution solutions with over 100 years of industry experience. Specializing in high-performance medium voltage switchgear for utility, industrial, and commercial applications, we enable the safe and reliable distribution of energy to homes and businesses worldwide.

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As part of a team of embedded engineers, you will be key to developing our next generation of embedded automation solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced software engineer to be involved in the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of Linux platforms for ARM-based microprocessors, ensuring high reliability in hostile environments.

You will collaborate with the Project Manager, Product Manager, and other stakeholders to develop technical specifications, realize the product, and support its release to the end user.

The ability to work on a broad range of systems using different programming languages is advantageous. Developing embedded software and contributing to the development of associated diagnostic tools/graphical interfaces in various programming languages is a good example of this.

As a Linux expert, you will assist with the design, implementation, and delivery of solutions. This includes new product developments and enhancements to existing product lines, where appropriate.

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Analyze the scope and requirements. Interpret and/or contribute to requirements and specifications. Methodical approach to problem-solving. Create concept designs. Develop comprehensive test cases to demonstrate that functional and performance requirements are met. Work with electronics, systems, and mechanical engineers to design and debug systems. Work effectively to meet agreed timescales, having considered and planned project activities. Research emerging technical and regulatory trends.

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Excellent programming skills in C++. Good knowledge of object-oriented (OOP) concepts. Knowledge of modern software design and development methodologies. Experience with multi-threaded applications and IPC. Good experience with operating systems like Linux/Unix. Good knowledge of scripting languages like Shell script/Python. Experience with communication protocols such as CAN, I2C, SPI, Serial/TCP IP. Understanding of various microprocessor and microcontroller architectures like Cortex-A series, ARM series, and other general-purpose microcontrollers. Experience with cross-compiling, GDB, JTAG.

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Familiarity with tools such as Git, Jira, Confluence, Jenkins. Unit and system test methods. Thorough knowledge of MS Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Safety-critical software principles. Electrical distribution systems.

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A good degree in a relevant subject (Software Engineering or equivalent) and a minimum of 2 years of hands-on engineering experience.

Software Engineers at Lucy Electric are innovative, flexible, methodical, patient, logical, enthusiastic, and open to new ideas. They work in teams and enjoy learning and sharing knowledge
Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.