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Principal Software Engineer

Yesterday• Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Eaton are seeking an experienced Principal Software Engineer to join the engineering function. We are searching for a dynamic highly skilled Principal Software Engineer with a wide breadth of skills who is interested in applying those skills and furthering their development skillset on a variety of software projects.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you will be expected to derive requirements, produce software architecture, develop test specifications, perform coding, debugging and testing on a variety of platforms from microcontrollers, to asymmetric multi-processor systems. You will participate in all phases of full software development lifecycle. This role will suit a self-motivated developer who is keen to take on a new challenge and who has a variety of programming languages and keen to learn new skills.

We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer with proven track record in embedded real-time safety critical experience. Experience with C/C++ working within aerospace safety standards required.

What you'll do:

Software Development:

  • Requirements definition, design, development, and verification for a variety of integrity levels, from safety critical to proof of concept.
  • Coding to internal coding standards and ensuring high quality robust solutions.
  • Conduct design and code reviews to maintain high-quality standards.
  • Debugging in embedded environments.

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Qualifications:

  • Experience with aerospace systems or similar high-reliability domains.
  • Familiarity with other safety-critical standards (e.g., ARP4754, ARINC 653, DO-254, DO-248).
  • Understanding of hardware/software integration and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
  • High proficiency in C and C++ and cross compiling and debugging on embedded targets.
  • Experience in working to DO-178C DAL B/A
  • Proficiency in real-time software design and RTOS concepts.
  • CI/CD workflow. Experience with Git, Containerised development environments, CI/CD
  • Familiarity with debugging tools, hardware interfaces, and safety analysis techniques.

Skills:

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to collaborate in a wider team.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively liaising with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What we offer:

  • Opportunity to work in a global, highly collaborative environment
  • Challenging projects in dynamic collaborative team
  • Strong focus on learning, development, and career progression
  • Competitive compensation and benefits package
  • A culture that promotes inclusion, accountability, and continuous improvement

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We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Client-provided location(s): Cheltenham, United Kingdom
Job ID: Eaton-75527Cheltenham
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-10-22T20:15:00

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)