Embedded Software Engineer

Disguise sits at the heart of the most inspiring live and virtual experiences in the world, leading the market in building a software and hardware solution that designs, sequences and controls the most spectacular productions across film and TV, broadcast, live and corporate events.
Role: Mid Level Embedded Software Engineer
Department: Hardware
Reports to:
Senior Embedded Software Engineer
Why you're here:
The Embedded Software Engineer reports to the Senior Embedded Software Engineer and works alongside the Hardware, Software and Product teams. You are here to:
Design robust, sustainable and well-documented solutions that are easily consumed by other teams
Improve and maintain existing embedded systems
Bridge Hardware, Product and Software teams
Work with support engineers to diagnose and understand issues with systems
What you're here to do:
Your role as Mid Level Embedded Software Engineer is to focus on the improvement and development of new and existing embedded systems within the Media conversion specialism.
This opportunity will give you experience across the whole stack of an embedded system from low level interfaces, device trees & drivers to integrating into cutting edge systems that provide immersive experiences on a global scale.
Everything from SPI, I2C, USB, UART and GPIOs, Linux device drivers and custom OS design up to hardware abstraction libraries that integrate with our core software.
In other words anything from bare metal microcontrollers to SoCs all the way up to full blown x86 servers. There are also opportunities for getting involved in IoT projects to serve emerging product portfolios if you have a knack for sending data efficiently over unreliable networks.
Disguise currently uses Buildroot and Petalinux build environments for different products so experience with embedded tool chains is preferred.
User space configuration knowledge is required and some kernel mode driver development experience is a bonus.
Essentia l:
BEng/BSc in a Science or Engineering degree or equivalent experience building and delivering embedded systems or products
Minimum of 3 years Professional Experience
In depth knowledge of embedded systems and toolchains(interrupts, clocks, memory, compilation)
Good understanding of serial interface protocols
Excellent knowledge of C and at least one scripting language (preferably python or bash)
Strong troubleshooting ability and familiarity with common lab equipment (logic analysers etc)
Good knowledge of PCB Schematics/ PCB Design
Desirable:
Experience with video technology or general experience within the AV industry
Embedded Linux experience
Basic understanding of FPGA based systems
Ability to work well in a team and contribute to our 'one team' culture
Strong written technical communication and documentation
Have seen at least one product through from concept to delivery
An interest in researching new and perhaps unfamiliar technology for product development
About Disguise
Building on our two-decade legacy in the live event space, where our workflow has powered global concert tours for artists like U2 and Beyoncé, festivals like Coachella and Glastonbury and theatre productions like Frozen and Harry Potter, we are also now leading the way in Extended Reality (xR) for remote Virtual Production.
Our award-winning xR workflow has enabled over 300 productions in the past 12 months, for music artists such as Katy Perry and Billie Eilish, broadcast TV channels like ITV and Eurosport, enterprise businesses like SAP and Siemens, educational institutions like the University of Michigan and notable VFX studios like Framestore and DNEG.
We partner closely with Epic Games, NVIDIA, Netflix and many more to further develop and democratize our virtual production solution and enable teams anywhere to create their best story with the most innovative tools.
With offices in London, LA, Auckland, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul and Tokyo, we are a fast-growing company that hires bright, creative, talented individuals across the world to push the boundaries of visual experiences and build lasting relationships with our community.
We were delighted to be recognized as one of the Financial Times' top 1000 fastest growing businesses for 2021. Watch
our showreel
to see just some of the incredible work of how disguise products are used
Our values
Honest. Transparency and integrity are core to how we approach each other and our work at disguise. Our culture relies on clear, courageous conversations and proactively sharing feedback with the intent to help each other and the business to grow.
Evolutionary. We are always seeking to be even better. We push the limits of what is possible so both our technology and our disguisers stay ahead of the game.
Fearless. Innovation and a pioneering attitude are key to our success. Disguisers are empowered to experiment, work autonomously and grow from their experiences.
Resilient. Disguisers are determined to succeed and will not give up when things get tough. We are committed to doing what is right, rather than what is easy, and will adapt to finding the best path forward.
Belong. We are committed to being the difference. Every disguiser has a role to play in creating an inclusive environment where people belong and can do their best work every day.
Our benefits
We want to make sure we attract and retain the best talent out there. For permanent disguisers globally, some of our benefits and perks include:
Unlimited Paid Time Off - with minimum time you must take set at 20% above statutory
Gig Allowance - £400 or local equivalent to spend on tickets every year, to immerse yourself in our industries
Flexible hours - some people start work at 10am, and others begin at 7am and finish earlier. Create a pattern that works for your team and for you
Hybrid working between home and our offices (dependent on role and location)
Long Service Awards (3, 5, 10+ years)
Belonging policies - including (but not limited to) support for Parental, Fertility, Miscarriage, Menopause and Transitioning
Mental health and wellbeing support - subscription to the Calm app, weekly desk-yoga, mental health first-aid buddies, Employee Assistance Programmes
Training, coaching & mentoring
Health and pension benefits vary based on local requirements.
Don't disguise your differences.
Innovation comes from everyone. We strive to create a workplace that reflects our diverse audience. We celebrate our people for their full authentic selves, and embrace uniqueness. Inclusion and Equity matter at disguise. We create together and we create everywhere.