KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd

About the Company

KO2 are a recruitment company that are experts in the Electronics & Embedded Systems sector.

We believe our knowledge of the market, coupled with our collaborative approach & passion for the industry is key to our success.

We pride ourselves in communication, understanding, flexibility & excellence. Everything we do, we strive to do to the best of our ability.

What we do
- We recruit any position an Electronic & Embedded business need
- We recruit from Technician to Manager (in Software, Hardware, Mechanical & Test)
- We provide contract, permanent & fixed term solutions
- We work across multiple industry sectors
- We work with Venture Capitalists, Start Up’s, SME’s & Global Blue Chip organisations
- We become a trusted partner to our clients

Listed Jobs

Company Name

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Job Title

Contract Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Electronics

Job Description

Job title: Contract Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Electronics Role Summary: Drive high‑volume PCB and device manufacturing for a fast‑paced electronics producer, leading the design, setup, and optimisation of SMT and through‑hole processes to meet production targets and quality standards. Expectations: - Immediate operational impact, stepping into active projects from day one. - Strong communication to collaborate with cross‑functional teams. - Self‑directed problem solving in a dynamic manufacturing setting. Key Responsibilities: - Design, implement, and optimise PCB assembly flows, including SMT and through‑hole routing. - Configure and calibrate pick‑and‑place, reflow ovens, and screen printers (DEK preferred). - Profile reflow ovens and screen printers for consistent thermal cycles. - Troubleshoot equipment, process deviations, and yield issues. - Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and training materials. - Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering to achieve KPIs. - Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and new product launches. Required Skills: - Proven experience in PCB assembly (SMT & through‑hole). - Hands‑on knowledge of pick‑and‑place machines, reflow ovens, and screen printers. - Familiarity with ASM pick‑and‑place systems (desirable). - Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities. - Excellent verbal and written communication in an English‑speaking environment. - Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline. - Relevant industry certifications (e.g., IPC‑CMI, IPC‑CMI‑SMT) are an asset.

Crawley, United kingdom

On site

Senior

30-09-2025

Company Name

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Job Title

Full Stack Software Developer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Full Stack Software Developer **Role Summary:** Design, develop, and maintain end‑to‑end solutions for web, mobile, and cloud platforms. Lead enhancements of an ASP.NET Core application, create RESTful APIs, and build responsive front‑end interfaces. Integrate software with hardware devices, implement DevOps practices, secure the architecture, and optimize Azure infrastructure for high availability and cost efficiency. **Expectations:** - Own feature delivery from concept through production. - Deliver secure, scalable, and high‑performance code. - Collaborate cross‑functionally with product, design, and hardware teams. - Drive continuous improvement in development processes and system reliability. **Key Responsibilities:** - Extend and refactor ASP.NET Core web applications and supporting services. - Develop front‑end interfaces (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) and back‑end APIs (C#). - Ensure consistent user experience across web browsers and mobile platforms (Cordova). - Integrate with PC (C#, XAML, USB‑MTP) and mobile clients to sync with hardware devices. - Design and implement CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring. - Apply cybersecurity best practices, conduct penetration testing, and maintain secure coding standards. - Optimize Azure-based cloud services for high availability, scalability, and cost efficiency. - Participate in architecture discussions for future products, including AI and data‑modeling initiatives. **Required Skills:** - Proficient in C#, ASP.NET Core, JavaScript, HTML, CSS. - Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs. - Strong front‑end development skills with an eye for UX/UI. - Familiarity with DevOps tools (CI/CD, version control, automated testing). - Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure services and performance tuning. - Knowledge of cybersecurity principles, authentication, and penetration testing. - Ability to work in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. - (Optional) Experience with desktop (C#, XAML) or mobile (Cordova, iOS/Android) development. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). - Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate or related Azure/DevOps credentials are advantageous.

Newcastle upon tyne, United kingdom

Hybrid

11-11-2025