Embedded Software Recruitment Agency
We help companies hire embedded systems developers and engineers.
More than 200 companies have hired for their technical teams with Licorne Society














Our network of embedded software profiles can meet your company's development challenges.
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Embedded Software Developer
- Engineering degree or Master's in electronics / computer science.
- Proficient in C/C++, microcontrollers and low-level protocols.
- 3+ years' experience on embedded projects.
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Embedded Systems Engineer
- General engineering or embedded systems degree.
- Good understanding of real-time constraints, system architectures, etc.
- Broad, cross-functional architecture experience.
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Embedded Software CTO
- Technical leadership across multiple embedded projects.
- 10 to 15 years' experience on complex embedded projects.
- Combines strong technical expertise with a product-oriented strategic vision.
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Firmware Engineer
- Background in electronics, industrial computing or embedded systems.
- Solid command of low-level languages and hardware.
- Typically gained through internships or work on projects very close to the hardware.
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QA Engineer
- Engineering degree or Master's in embedded systems.
- Trained in test automation, system validation and test writing.
- 3+ years' experience validating embedded systems.
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Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer
- Background in cybersecurity, electronics or computer science.
- Dual skill set: embedded and security.
- Often a former developer with a strong security mindset.
Our embedded systems recruitment expert
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Pierre-Alexis Ardon
- CEO and co-founder of Licorne Society.
- Former Product Manager at a startup and former R&D consultant.
- Expert in structuring technical teams.
Recruiting embedded software talent: Licorne Society, your partner
Hiring expert embedded developers is a real challenge for companies.
These are highly specialised and scarce profiles.
What we do
quickly find the best candidates on the market for specialist embedded systems roles.
Why us?
- A command of the technical challenges of embedded systems and of the programming languages used in this field.
- A powerful network of potential candidates in Tech and at startups for embedded systems engineering roles.
- Knowledge of the technologies and stacks that different companies use.
This makes Licorne Society the go-to recruitment agency for all your embedded software development hires.
A recruitment agency specialising in embedded systems
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A community of embedded software talent
Licorne Society has more than 4,500 active job seekers registered on its platform.
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Deep expertise in embedded software roles
For every brief, our team finds, approaches and screens the right candidates from among the best in the ecosystem.
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A unique sourcing technology
100% tailored to each role and to your target, combining artificial intelligence and automation.
How our embedded software recruitment service works
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Scoping your needs
We (really) take the time to understand.
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Targeted sourcing
We quickly tap into our network of more than 50,000 professionals, and approach directly the candidates who are not in it yet.
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Screening the best candidates
We take the time to call every relevant candidate to understand their background and aspirations.
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Shortlist within a few days
You receive a list of qualified candidates who are available and interested.
The profiles we recruit for our clients
Here are a few examples of the embedded software profiles we recruit on behalf of our clients (linked job profile in French):
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Embedded Software Engineer : specialists in C/C++, RTOS and embedded Linux, with experience in low-level development.
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Embedded Systems Engineer : versatile engineers comfortable with hardware and software architecture, real-time systems and low-level protocols.
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Embedded Systems Architect : experts in designing software architectures for critical systems.
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Embedded Project Manager : professionals able to manage complex projects, from design to production.
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Firmware Developer : skilled in microcontroller programming and in optimising code for maximum performance.
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Embedded Cybersecurity Engineer : engineers with a dual embedded and security skill set, working on critical and connected systems.
Looking for an embedded software professional to strengthen your team? Contact Licorne Society and put our specialist recruitment expertise to work.
We also help our clients hire developers in other fields, such as mobile, web and artificial intelligence.
For more information:
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