You will architect and scale the embedded systems powering the UK’s largest synthetic fuel plant. By bringing hardware and software ownership in-house, you will design, test, and deploy thousands of industrial machines. This role sits at the critical intersection of electronics and firmware, directly impacting the global transition from fossil fuels.
Back to all jobs
London, UK£80-100k + Equity
Featured roleLondon, UK£80-100k + Equity
Senior Embedded Systems Engineer at Rivan Industries — Synthetic Fuel Startup
Rivan Industries is on a mission to make synthetic fuel cheaper than fossil fuels, and they need a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to lead the charge. After deploying the UK’s largest synthetic fuel plant, they are scaling 1000x over the next two years. This is a rare opportunity to own the end-to-end hardware and software architecture for thousands of industrial machines. With a salary up to £100k, significant equity, and a unique £6,000 housing subsidy to live near their London HQ, this role is perfect for a hands-on engineer ready to solve the climate crisis through world-class electronics and firmware.
Overview
Why this role stands out
Company
Modular synthetic fuel plants11-50
Rivan Industries - Decarbonising heavy industry through modular synthetic fuel plants.
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Architect and design scalable system architectures and PCBAs involving mixed-signal industrial I/O and communications.
- Develop and ship robust firmware using Embedded C/C++, RTOS, and Embedded Linux (Yocto) for fleet-wide deployment.
- Integrate end-products with production tools, factory acceptance rigs, and fleet management systems to ensure seamless industrial scaling.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Expert in PCB design (Altium/KiCAD) and firmware development using Embedded C/C++ and RTOS environments.
- Experienced with Embedded Linux, Yocto Project, and industrial communication protocols like Modbus, CAN bus, and OPC UA.
- Hands-on engineer familiar with functional safety standards (IEC 61508) and designing for manufacturing and test (DfMA/DfT).
What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- Work at the forefront of climate tech with a company that recently deployed the UK’s largest synthetic fuel plant and is scaling 1000x.
- Exceptional benefits including significant early-team share options and a £6,000 annual subsidy specifically to help you live close to the London HQ.
- Full end-to-end ownership of hardware and software, moving rapidly from architectural prototypes to thousands of deployed industrial machines.
Jack & Jill
How Jack & Jill work together
I get to know what you’re great at, then find roles you’d never find yourself.Ok, I'll go first. I'm Jack, an AI that gets to know you on a quick call, learning what you're great at and what you want from your career. Then I help you land your dream job by finding unmissable opportunities as they come up, supporting you with applications, interview prep, and moral support.
I recruit from Jack’s network and make the intro when I spot a great match.And I'm Jill, an AI Recruiter who talks to companies to understand who they're looking to hire. Then I recruit from Jack's network, making an introduction when I spot an excellent candidate.
About Jack & Jill
Meet Jack
Jack gets to know what you are great at, what you want next, and makes sure Jill considers you for the right opportunities.
How does this work?
Jack's an AI agent for job searching and career coaching. He works for you.
Jill is the AI recruiter working for the company. She recruits from Jack's network.
If it's a match and the company wants to meet you, they'll make the intro. In the meantime, if you'd like, Jack will send you excellent alternatives.
Jack