Position: Electronics Engineer

Salary: £40,000 – £50,000

Location: York

KO2’s client, is seeking a driven and motivated electronics engineer with a passion for electronics and embedded software. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team with the chance to make a real impact and grow whilst working on new projects! This is an exciting chance to contribute to both electronics and embedded software design.

We’re looking for someone with a blend of skills in electronics and embedded software, ideally with experience in circuit design and embedded C programming.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop mixed signal circuit designs
• Work with embedded C on microcontrollers, ideally Microchip PIC family
• Design PCBs using Altium
• Interface with protocols such as SPI, I2C, RS232, CAN, Bluetooth
• Utilize electronic test equipment for design validation

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree qualification
• 2-4 years of relevant experience as an electronics engineer
• Strong drive and hunger to learn and grow
• Based in a commutable location of York
• Comfortable working in a hands-on, office-based environment

If you’re an electronics engineer ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in an environment where your ideas can shape the future, we want to hear from you!

Apply today via KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions.

Position: Embedded Full Stack Software Developer
Salary: Up to £60,000 + Benefits
Location: Sheffield

KO2’s client, a leader in the telematics sector, is looking for a talented Full Stack Software Developer to join their growing in-house team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced developer with a passion for embedded software and full stack development. The role will focus on the full development life cycle, working with embedded C on Raspberry Pi systems and transferring critical vehicle data to AWS for real-time analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Developing embedded software for telematics systems, utilizing Embedded C and Bash scripting on Raspberry Pi devices.
• Pulling data from the vehicle CAN network and transferring it to AWS for real-time monitoring and analysis.
• Working on the back-end AWS services, ensuring smooth data flow from embedded systems to cloud-based storage.
• Developing and maintaining web portals that display real-time data from the vehicle, including usage patterns, driving styles, and vehicle location.
• Collaborating with the team to improve telematics functionality, transitioning from reactive to proactive data management.
• Monitoring vehicle networks through internal tools like Grafana, ensuring error flags and data insights are visible in real time.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Strong embedded software development experience, particularly with Embedded C, Bash scripting, and Raspberry Pi systems.
• Experience with AWS microservices and integrating data into the cloud.
• Familiarity with web development technologies (JavaScript, database integration) to process and display data.
• Experience working with telematics or vehicle network data is a plus.
• Proficiency in using tools like Grafana for real-time data visualization.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for someone with embedded software experience who is eager to develop their skills further and transition into a full stack AWS developer role. KO2’s client is also open to training exceptional embedded engineers with a strong desire to learn full stack software development.

If you’re passionate about embedded software, AWS, and telematics systems, and want to work in a dynamic and innovative team, apply today for immediate consideration.

Apply now with an up-to-date CV to KO2 Embedded Recruitment!

Semiconductor Product Engineer – Join an Innovative Start-Up in Sheffield!

KO2’s client, a dynamic and rapidly growing start-up in the semiconductor industry, is seeking a talented Semiconductor Product Engineer to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting venture and help drive the development of cutting-edge semiconductor products. Based in Sheffield, the role offers the chance to work in a high-impact environment, with stock options and the potential for a payday on exit.

About the Role:

As a Semiconductor Product Engineer, you will oversee the product life cycle from cradle to grave, ensuring seamless coordination across all departments. Your responsibilities will include managing the yield and quality of semiconductor products, investigating customer returns, working with suppliers, and ensuring that the products are tested to the highest standards.

You will play a critical role in the transition of products from development into production, focusing on NPI (New Product Introduction) activities. This is a manufacturing-focused position where you will liaise closely with wafer suppliers, development teams, test engineers, and other internal functions to ensure optimal performance and yield of semiconductor products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the entire product life cycle – from development through to production and post-production.
• Work closely with wafer suppliers, designing both the structure of the blank wafer and the product on the wafer.
• Manage product yield, ensuring continuous improvement and addressing any quality issues.
• Coordinate investigations into customer returns and support the testing process.
• Drive NPI activities and work with internal teams, including manufacturing, testing, and development.
• Provide technical, logistical, and administrative support across the organization.
• Collaborate with suppliers as the key technical interface, ensuring smooth communication and high-quality product delivery.

What KO2 are Looking For:

• Experience in the semiconductor industry, with a strong understanding of semiconductor terminology, wafer fabrication, and yield analysis.
• Background in analogue electronics or a related field would be highly advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks across different departments.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with a range of stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Passion for driving product excellence and innovation in the semiconductor space.

Why Join KO2’s client?

• Work for a fast-growing start-up with huge potential in the semiconductor industry.
• Stock options available, giving you a chance to benefit from the company’s success.
• Competitive salary of £75,000 with the potential for a payday on exit.
• Relocation package provided to help you settle in Sheffield.
• The opportunity to progress within the company and move into managerial and director roles.
• Exciting and impactful work, contributing to the development of cutting-edge products such as infrared detectors, fibre optics, and more.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Semiconductor Product Engineer to join an innovative company with a great vision. If you’re passionate about semiconductor technology and want to be part of an exciting journey, we’d love to hear from you!

Location: Sheffield, UK (4 days a week in the office)
Salary: £75,000 + Stock Options
Relocation Package: Provided

Apply today and take the next step in your semiconductor career with KO2’s client!