BrightSign· HQ in 550 S. Winchester Blvd. Suite 100 San Jose, CA 95128

Embedded Video Software Engineer

Location: Cambridge, UK · Category: Engineering & Development · Seniority: Mid-Level · Posted: August 14, 2026 · Verified: Sep 19, 2026

Role Overview & Description

Develops embedded video software for digital signage players, focusing on video decoding, rendering, and playback. Requires expertise in embedded systems, C/C++, and Linux, with a strong understanding of video codecs and streaming protocols.
Source & Transparency: This position was structured directly from the publicly accessible career portal of BrightSign. Details on the employer’s original job posting are authoritative. Polaris7 charges no placement fees and conducts no candidate screening.

About the company

BrightSign

brightsign.biz

Digital signage hardware and cloud software for enterprise display networks.

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