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KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd

www.ko2.co.uk

3 Jobs

5 Employees

About the Company

KO2 are a recruitment company that are experts in the Electronics & Embedded Systems sector.

We believe our knowledge of the market, coupled with our collaborative approach & passion for the industry is key to our success.

We pride ourselves in communication, understanding, flexibility & excellence. Everything we do, we strive to do to the best of our ability.

What we do
- We recruit any position an Electronic & Embedded business need
- We recruit from Technician to Manager (in Software, Hardware, Mechanical & Test)
- We provide contract, permanent & fixed term solutions
- We work across multiple industry sectors
- We work with Venture Capitalists, Start Up’s, SME’s & Global Blue Chip organisations
- We become a trusted partner to our clients

Listed Jobs

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Calibration Engineer - Automotive
Job Description
**Job Title**: Calibration Engineer – Automotive **Role Summary**: Develop and validate high-precision engine measurement systems for clean fuel engines, focusing on instrumentation, experimental testing, and data analysis in a workshop environment. **Expectations**: - Background in engine/instrumentation testing or calibration. - Instrumentation/data acquisition expertise; hands-on workshop experience. - Strong data analysis, pressure, temperature, flow, and high-speed event understanding. - Proven ability to design test plans and analyze results. **Key Responsibilities**: - Design test plans for precision engine measurement systems. - Instrument test rigs (sensors, thermocouples, DAQ). - Execute manual testing and replicate historical tests. - Analyze data and deliver findings to improve design/test processes. - Support automation of testing procedures. - Collaborate with engineering teams. **Required Skills**: - Engine/instrumentation testing or calibration background. - Instrumentation/data acquisition systems experience. - Pressure/temperature/flow/high-speed event knowledge. - Hands-on workshop skills; advanced math/data analysis. - Python/MATLAB proficiency preferred. - LabVIEW experience preferred. **Required Education & Certifications**: Not specified.
Milton keynes, United kingdom
On site
07-01-2026
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Embedded Software Engineer
Job Description
**Job Title** Embedded Software Engineer **Role Summary** Design, develop, and maintain firmware for high‑performance embedded systems used worldwide. Deliver reliable, efficient, and scalable software that interfaces directly with hardware components. **Expectations** - Work independently and collaboratively to transform specifications into functional code. - Apply best practices in software engineering, including version control, code reviews, and continuous integration. - Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware‑software integration issues. **Key Responsibilities** - Write, review, and test embedded C/C++ code for target microcontrollers and processors. - Develop drivers, middleware, and application layers for RTOS or bare‑metal environments. - Collaborate with hardware, system, and QA teams to define and verify functional requirements. - Conduct unit, integration, and performance testing; analyze test results and refine code. - Optimize firmware for memory footprint, CPU load, and power consumption. - Maintain documentation of code architecture, interfaces, and build procedures. - Participate in continuous improvement of development processes and tooling. **Required Skills** - Proficient in C and/or C++ for embedded systems. - Strong understanding of microcontroller architectures (ARM Cortex‑M, etc.) and peripheral interfaces (UART, SPI, I²C, CAN). - Experience with RTOS (FreeRTOS, µC/OS‑III, Zephyr) and real‑time concepts. - Familiarity with debugging tools (JTAG, SWV, logic analyzers). - Version control experience (Git) and continuous integration pipelines. - Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities. - Effective written and verbal communication skills. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. - Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Embedded Systems Engineer, vendor‑specific training) are an advantage but not mandatory.
Manchester, United kingdom
On site
15-01-2026
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Software Engineer
Job Description
Job title: Software Engineer Role Summary: Lead design, development, and maintenance of a Windows desktop application that monitors, analyzes, and visualizes data from connected hardware devices. Own the full code lifecycle from requirements through to support. Expactations: - Deliver new features and enhance existing functionality using C#. - Apply clean, maintainable coding practices and solid software architecture. - Produce clear technical documentation and support end‑user issues. - Collaborate closely with a small multidisciplinary engineering team. Key Responsibilities: - Design, code, test, and deploy new desktop application features in C#. - Refactor and improve the existing codebase while preserving performance. - Develop and maintain data visualization and analysis components. - Troubleshoot and resolve customer‑reported software issues. - Create and update technical documentation for the application. Required Skills: - 2+ years of commercial C# development experience in Visual Studio. - Proven desktop (Windows PC) application development expertise. - Strong understanding of software design principles and best practices. - Experience with hardware‑connected or embedded systems is a plus. - Effective communication skills for documentation and support. - Valid UK driving licence and access to a car. Required Education & Certifications: - Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
York, United kingdom
On site
Junior
26-01-2026