Embedded Software Engineer
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Sponsorship likelihood
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Salary
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£54,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2134 (95% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £54,700, and SLB is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2134 Programmers and software development professionals Most likely code | £38,300 | £43,700 | £49,200 | £54,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About Us
We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.
At SLB we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. That is our purpose. As innovators, that has been our mission for 100 years. We are facing the world’s greatest balancing act- how to simultaneously reduce emissions and meet the world’s growing energy demands. We’re working on that answer. Every day, a step closer.
Our collective future depends on decarbonizing the fossil fuel industry, while innovating a new energy landscape. It’s what drives us. Ensuring progress for people and the planet, on the journey to net zero and beyond. For a balanced planet.
Our purpose: Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. You can find out more about us on https://www.slb.com/who-we-are
Location:
Stonehouse, Gloucestershire
Job Summary
The role involves developing, testing, and supporting embedded software used in the operation and control of downhole drilling tools. The engineer will work on new software features, product enhancements, and testing activities while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable and field-ready solutions for harsh operating environments.
Typical Responsibilities And Duties
- Develop and maintain embedded software using C/C++
- Design, implement, test, and debug software for embedded systems
- Support system integration, verification, and validation activities
- Create and maintain functional and technical documentation
- Troubleshoot software and hardware issues using debugging and diagnostic tools
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical problem solving
- Maintain accurate work tracking, prioritize development tasks, and support Agile software development practices
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Embedded Software Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Computing & Electronics Engineering, or a related field (recent graduate with less than 2 years of experience)
- Experience programming in C/C++ for embedded systems
- Familiarity with hardware and software debugging tools, emulators, simulators, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Experience using version control systems such as Git/GitHub
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Preferred Skills
- Experience with unit testing methodologies
- Experience with RTOS such as FreeRTOS or OpenRTOS
- Experience with ARM Cortex-M processors
- Experience with National Instruments hardware and software tools
- Experience in FPGA development using VHDL or Verilog
- Understanding of electrical schematics
Career Advancement
SLB Eureka Technical Career (SETC) provides proven technical contributors with a career path that offers them recognition, reward, and influence that parallels an equivalent management progression. We are leaders in Technology Domain Knowledge - Our Eureka Community of practice has over 28,500 members, in 30 communities, with 123 Special Interest Groups (SIGs). We’ve published over 10,000 publications in the past decade. The early stage of SETC known as “SETC Associate”, is a new addition to the SETC Framework in the Technology Organization.
BlueFlex (if Eligible)
We are open to flexible, hybrid working with a combination of on-site & home working days.
What We Can Offer You
Competitive base salary with bonus, private healthcare for employee & family, subsidised dental care, Health & Wellbeing programs such as the Employee Mental health support, health & wellness coaching, part employer and employee funded pension contribution, Income protection scheme, life insurance.
Other benefits are also available through the SLB flexible benefits program.
SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.
The recruiting process and the position can be adapted to fit most disabilities, please do not hesitate to mention this when applying.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with SLB, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Programmers and software development professionals (SOC 2134) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~399k in sample- Middle half £42,536–76,752
- Median £56,784
- Going rate £54,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £38,300–49,200
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SLB holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2134 going rate of £54,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.