Job Title: Principal Engineer - Embedded Software
Rank: determined by the confirmed level and scope of experience
Company: Chevalier Tech Limited
Location: Colindale, Greater London (On-site)
Salary: more than competitive as a minimum and negotiable based on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

ABOUT US

Chevalier Tech Limited is a tier-one supplier specialising in advanced technology systems, primarily for the automotive industry. Our products include Safety-Critical and Access Control Systems, Power Actuators, Smart Door Handles, and Control Electronics, which are integrated into high-end passenger and super cars worldwide.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in embedded systems development, preferably in the automotive or similar industry.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience in art of leading and delegating
• Proven experience in software development for volume production.
• Extensive expertise in C programming for safety and security critical applications.
• Hands-on experience with microcontrollers such as NXP, Onsemi, nRF, PIC, ARM and TI.
• Familiarity with CAN and LIN communication standards.
• Strong knowledge of SPI, UART, and I2C communication protocols.
• Experience with BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy).
• Solid understanding of software debugging, troubleshooting, and testing strategies.
• Ability to create and maintain production-level technical documentation.
• Strong accountability and ability to drive technical projects from concept to completion.
• Familiarity with ISO 26262 and automotive cybersecurity.

DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of Pulsed Radio UWB (Ultra-Wide Band Pulsed Radio Frequency).
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR.
• Knowledge of Motor Drives and Controlled Systems.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be based in the UK to apply.
• Ability to commute or to relocate.
  If you are an ambitious and experienced engineer with a passion for innovation, leadership, and an inclination toward the automotive technology, we would be delighted to hear from you!
  Job Type: Full-time

Additional pay:

• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Colindale NW9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• What is your notice period?

Experience:

• Software development: 4 years (preferred)

Work Location: In perso

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a highly Experienced Software Engineer, you will lead the software engineering team, play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of embedded software solutions for new and existing products.
You will report directly to the CEO and be responsible for ensuring the necessary resources are acquired and maintained to meet the set project development needs and delivery targets. You shall ensure the relevant software development processes and records are applied and secured. Ultimately, you are expected to efficiently drive the development of new products, enhance existing ones, while always ensuring our products meet the highest industry standards for reliability and advances in technology.
This is a highly important position offering the right candidate an excellent career growth coupled with a unique opportunity to fulfil own potential as a leader in innovation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design, development of embedded software for automotive applications.
• Oversee the development of new products, ensure high performance, reliability, compliance with industry standards, and suitability for volume production.
• Enhance and refine existing software solutions.
• Delegate tasks to the engineering team to ensure timely delivery, quality and efficiency.
• Reporting directly to the CEO.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the team as and when needed.
• Collaborate with hardware and mechanical engineers to integrate and test embedded systems.
• Develop and use existing methodology to enforce best practices for software development, testing and preservation.
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO 26262 and cybersecurity protocols.