Embedded Engineering

Connecting exceptional embedded engineering talent with high-growth opportunities worldwide

Leading Embedded Engineering Recruitment Specialists in the UK, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland, and North America.

As embedded engineering recruitment specialists, we're proud to partner with deep tech pioneers and best-in-class candidates across a range of industries. From autonomous systems to medical devices, aerospace innovation and beyond, our team has the market expertise, global networks, tools, and experience to pinpoint top talent in skill-short sectors. 

We understand the demands of the modern embedded engineering space. Whether that's system-on-chip integration or performance optimisation in resource-constrained environments, the market moves quickly, and you need a talent partner who speaks tech. We've got you covered. 

Why Choose DeepRec.ai?

We have a proven track record of delivering complex talent projects on tight deadlines, ranging from fast-scaling startups and R&D labs to global enterprises. With strong coverage across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland, and the US, our teams combine local insight and international reach to develop precise, reliable talent solutions that work for you.

If you’re hoping to find those rare profiles that deliver under pressure at the bleeding edge of deep tech, or you'd like to step into a rewarding new role as an embedded engineer, contact the team today to find out how we can help.  

The roles we recruit for across Embedded Engineering include: 

  • C++ Developer

  • C++ Engineer

  • GPU Engineer

  • CPU Engineer

  • CUDA Engineer

  • Computer Graphics Developer

  • Compiler Engineer

  • Embedded Software Engineer

 

 

EMBEDDED ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS

Anthony Kelly

Co-Founder & MD EU/UK

Hayley Killengrey

Co-Founder & MD USA

Sam Warwick

Senior Consultant – Geospatial, Earth, & Defence Technology

LATEST JOBS

Zürich, Switzerland
Robotics Field Engineer
Our client is a fast-growing, venture-backed robotics company building the next generation of plug-and-play robots. Their approach to autonomy is designed to transform material handling - from stacking and sorting to unloading - making robots truly adaptable to the demands of modern logistics. The Role We’re hiring a Field Robotics Engineer who thrives on debugging, stress-testing, and deploying complex robotic systems. In this position, you’ll be the face of our technology at customer sites and industry events, ensuring every system is installed, tested, and continuously improved in the field. Key ResponsibilitiesAssemble, configure, and validate robots in both lab and production settings.Lead on-site installations: plan, coordinate, and commission systems with smooth handover to customers.Operate and tune perception and motion modules within our autonomy stack.Train operators and provide hands-on support during ramp-up phases, gathering insights that feed directly into the product roadmap.Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware/software issues, both remotely and on-site.Represent the company in customer demos, pilots, trade shows, and industry events.Capture field data and share lessons learned with engineering teams to improve reliability and unlock new use cases.What You BringSolid understanding of mechatronics, sensors, networking, and basic control principles.Experience commissioning complex electromechanical or robotic systems in the field.Strong diagnostic skills for resolving hardware and software challenges.Willingness to travel frequently (up to ~60%) to production sites and deployments.Bonus: prior robot deployment experience, proficiency in German or other languages, a valid driver’s license, and comfort with Linux environments.Who You AreEager to take ownership of projects in a fast-paced startup environment.Passionate about robotics across mechanics, electronics, computer vision, and control.A proactive problem-solver with curiosity to learn.A clear communicator, fluent in English (German a strong plus).Comfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and customers directly on the shop floor.Why JoinWork on impactful problems at the forefront of robotics.Be part of a high-caliber team developing technology with massive potential.See your work directly deployed in real-world production environments.Competitive salary, equity, and top-tier equipment.A role that blends lab work, field deployments, and customer-facing experiences around the globe.
Paddy HobsonPaddy Hobson
Berlin, Germany
Senior Search Specialist
Are you ready to make online shopping smarter, faster, and more intuitive? We’re looking for a motivated Search Engineer to level up the search experience on our high-traffic eCommerce platform. What you’ll do:Architect and innovate with Elasticsearch, machine learning, and next-gen search techOptimize and personalize search relevance, ranking, and discoveryLead and mentor a talented team of engineersMeasure success with real impact using metrics like NDCG, F1, and CTRWhat you’ll bring:Strong skills in Java, Spring Boot, and PythonHands-on experience with Elasticsearch (or similar) and ML tools such as XGBoost, transformers, and LLMsExperience scaling high-traffic eCommerce or SaaS search systemsA can-do mindset and passion for solving complex problemsWhat you’ll love:An award-winning, people-first workplace cultureFlexitime and hybrid working options for better work-life balanceFreedom to choose your tech setupHealth and fitness perks, fresh local food, and even an in-house tennis courtIf you’re passionate about building world-class search experiences and want to join a team that values innovation and balance, we’d love to hear from you.
Anthony KellyAnthony Kelly
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, England
Senior Digital Design Engineer
Implement high-performance AI inference solutions on FPGA, contributing to our SystemVerilog IP library and delivering complete FPGA designs for deployment in modern data centers. Role: (Senior) Software DeveloperSalary: up to £90,000Location: Cambridge (onsite 3 days per week) Working closely with software and ML engineers, you’ll integrate against compilers, runtimes, and drivers to build reliable, low-latency, high-throughput applications. You’ll design reusable, parameterizable IP for the latest AI-capable FPGAs, package full solutions, achieve timing closure through floorplanning, and test designs on hardware. You’ll also extend verification environments, make low-level software interface changes, and help shape coding standards and Agile workflows. You’ll bring:5+ years of SystemVerilog/Verilog/VHDL experienceStrong FPGA EDA tool knowledge (Quartus, Vivado)Experience in FPGA bring-up, timing closure, and Linux dev environments
Anthony KellyAnthony Kelly
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East Anglia, England
(Senior) Software Developer
Design and build software systems that run ML inference workloads with state-of-the-art efficiency on FPGA-based accelerators. Role: (Senior) Software DeveloperSalary: up to £90,000Location: Cambridge (onsite 3 days per week) You’ll work across the stack, from co-designing instruction sets with hardware engineers to developing compilers, APIs, and runtime libraries for seamless ML integration. The role involves systems programming, compiler development, and creating tools for debugging, profiling, and optimisation. Our stack is primarily written in Rust, chosen for its performance, safety, and mature tooling. We’re a small, collaborative team with deep technical expertise, tackling some of the biggest challenges in ML today. We focus on end-to-end optimisation, from algorithms down to silicon, to deliver world-leading performance with low power consumption. You’ll bring:3+ years in systems programming, performance-sensitive code, or compiler devExperience with Rust (or C/C++/functional languages)Strong problem-solving skills and enthusiasm for novel architectures
Anthony KellyAnthony Kelly