Embedded Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026. Motorola Solutions scores B on the Alion truth index.
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
CRFS, a global leader in Radio Frequency (RF) technology, was founded in 2007 to innovate in spectrum monitoring and geolocation. The company focuses on manufacturing and designing advanced hardware and software solutions to detect, monitor, and analyze RF signals in complex environments. This expertise has proved crucial to various sectors, including national spectrum regulators, the military, and security and intelligence services. Today, the company’s technology is recognised, preferred and embedded in most NATO countries and deployed worldwide. CRFS’ mission is to continue pioneering sophisticated technologies for complex challenges in the RF spectrum domain.Job Description
Creation and development of embedded software for advanced distributed spectral monitoring systems using modern C++17 and Rust in user space on Linux. Working independently under general supervision, you will execute larger, moderately complex software assignments and contribute to departmental objectives. Where appropriate, development is accelerated using AI tooling, with individual responsibility for code quality. This role is ideal for an established engineer looking to deepen their technical experience within a collaborative team.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, test, and maintain embedded software using C++17 and Rust across the software development lifecycle under general supervision.
- Solve general technical problems by applying prior experience and analysis of system requirements.
- Recommend local adjustments or enhancements to software systems, tools, and development processes.
- Implement test automation, including unit, regression, and performance tests, to ensure high software quality.
- Participate in peer code and AI reviews, applying quality standards and providing construct feedback.
- Communicate clear technical information to departmental team members to reach agreement on tasks and implementation details.
- Provide guidance and assistance to entry-level professionals or support staff as needed.
Basic Requirements
Experience and Qualifications Required
- University degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
- Minimum 2 years of prior relevant software development experience.
- Practical knowledge and experience programming in Rust within a Linux or embedded environment.
- Solid modern C++17 (ISO/IEC 14882:2017) programming skills on Linux.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver on moderately complex assignments under general supervision.
- Good problem-solving ability with strong attention to software detail.
- Clear communication skills with experience explaining technical facts and practices to internal team members.
Highly Desirable
- Experience using AI development tools to accelerate workflow while maintaining code quality.
- Basic understanding or background in signal processing principles.
Desirable
- Experience guiding or assisting junior engineers and entry-level staff.
- Practical experience with Python, Docker, Git, and Linux shell scripting.
- Exposure to distributed or networked systems.
Travel Requirements
NoneRelocation Provided
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Motorola Solutions UK LimitedEEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.