Senior Associate Engineer - Firmware (Emirati Talent)

EDGE; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE, headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, seeks a Firmware Engineer for space-related embedded software development. You will design, develop, integrate and verify firmware for satellites and RF payloads to ensure real-time performance and robust operation throughout missions.

Responsibilities include firmware support, hardware bring-up, documentation and lab verification. The role requires travel and strong English; a Master’s in relevant engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate or PhD level in engineering or related field with space exposure.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
• Strong English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support firmware development, integration and debugging for satellite payloads.
• Assist hardware bring-up, low-level software validation and interface testing.
• Prepare technical documentation, software descriptions and test procedures.
• Participate in lab verification and troubleshooting for reliable performance.
• Collaborate with hardware, software and system engineering teams on payload integration.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Python

Good English

Education

Master's degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

VIVADO toolchain

LabVIEW

Oscilloscope

Bus analyzer

Job description

About Edge

At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives. At EDGE bold ideas are engineered into technologies that protect, improve and save lives. Headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, EDGE is a leading advanced technology group working at the forefront of defence and emerging technologies. Spanning more than 35 specialised companies and multiple centres of excellence, we are purpose-built to move fast. Free from heavy legacy processes, we give our people the autonomy, accountability, and agility to bring breakthrough technologies from concept to reality. Based in Abu Dhabi, a globally connected hub at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, EDGE is home to a truly multicultural community where bold ideas thrive, and the future is shaped. Together, we are shaping the future.

About The Role

As a Firmware Engineer at FADA you will design, develop, integrate, and verify low-level embedded software for satellites and RF payloads to ensure reliable hardware control, real‑time performance, and robust operation throughout the mission lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, integration, and debugging of firmware for satellite and SDR payload embedded systems.


• Contribute to hardware bring‑up, low‑level software validation, and interface testing.


• Assist in the preparation of technical documentation, software descriptions, and test procedures.


• Participate in laboratory verification and troubleshooting activities to support reliable system performance.


• Work closely with digital hardware, software, RF, and system engineering teams to support end‑to‑end payload integration.

Basic Qualifications

• Brilliant and motivated graduates, PhD students, PhDs in the faculties of engineering, physics, mathematics, computer science, interested in the position of Firmware Engineer to be included in the company operating in the space sector.


• Availability for national and international travel. The job requires frequent travel abroad to the partner facilities.


• Good knowledge of the English language.


• Desirable Master degree in Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications Engineering or similar.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with VIVADO toolchain.


• Foundation in embedded C/C++ for low‑level and real‑time applications.


• Basic understanding of microcontrollers, SoCs, or FPGA‑based embedded platforms.


• Familiarity with hardware interfacing, drivers, and digital communication protocols (I2C, UART, SPI, CAN, PCIe, Ethernet communications bus).


• Interest in SDR payloads, digital signal processing chains, and embedded system architecture.


• Ability to support firmware integration, debugging, and testing in the lab.


• Awareness of good coding practices, version control, and structured development methods.


• Understanding of reliability and robustness needs in mission‑critical and space systems.


• Willingness to learn about space constraints such as radiation effects, fault tolerance, and verification rigor.


• Ability to work collaboratively with hardware, software, and system engineering teams.


• Good analytical skills, attention to detail, and a hands‑on approach to problem solving.


• Python language, LabView


• Knowledge of laboratory instruments (i.e. oscilloscope, bus analyzer, etc.)

WHY CHOOSE EDGE

Launched in November 2019, the UAE's EDGE is one of the world's leading advanced technology groups, established to develop agile, bold and disruptive solutions for defence and beyond, and to be a catalyst for change and transformation. It is dedicated to bringing breakthrough innovations, products, and services to market with greater speed and efficiency, to position the UAE as a leading global hub for future industries, and to creating clear paths within the sector for the next generation of highly skilled talent to thrive. At EDGE, the real investment goes beyond compensation. Through our dedicated learning academy and digital learning platforms, employees have access to extensive opportunities to develop new skills, deepen their expertise, and advance their careers. Combined with the freedom to innovate, strong career support, and the opportunity to collaborate with world‑class talent from across the globe, EDGE is a place where you can continue to grow, keep learning, and turn ambitious ideas into meaningful outcomes. Working at EDGE also comes with a package that genuinely reflects how much we value our people. Salaries are highly competitive and tax‑free and, depending on your role and seniority, benefits can include family visas, annual flight tickets, medical insurance for you and your dependents, and education allowances for your children.

CANDIDATE PRIVACY & EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

If you feel your skills, experience and potential are a strong match for a role, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement. We are genuinely interested in what you can bring to EDGE. Any information you share as part of your EDGE candidate profile or job application will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy regulations. EDGE is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high‑performing workforce. We believe every individual deserves to be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and our employment decisions reflect that. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, nationality, ethnicity, religion, gender, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As a global organisation, effective collaboration across international teams is central to how we work, so English proficiency is required for all roles unless otherwise stated in the job posting. Please note that EDGE does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Any resumes in the absence of a formally executed agreement in place will be deemed the property of EDGE, and no placement fees or compensation will be payable in respect of such submissions.