Senior Firmware Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in advanced capacitive touch technology seeks a highly skilled Embedded Hardware/Firmware Engineer. The role involves designing and testing algorithms for cutting-edge silicon devices, with responsibilities that include coding and client integration. This position is aimed at candidates who are passionate about embedded technology and have a solid technical background.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in embedded C coding required.
• Knowledge of ISO9000 frameworks is beneficial.
• Must have a proven track record of successful project completions.

Responsibilities

• Develop new features tailored to market requirements.
• Ensure quality outcomes during client integrations.
• Code in C for algorithm development.

Skills

Embedded C coding

Software unit testing

Numeracy skills

Image processing

Signal encoding/decoding

Small signal analog electronics

Capacitive sensing methods

Project completion

Resourcefulness

Education

Degree in Electronics or Physics

Tools

JIRA

Job description

Insignis Talent are currently working with an innovative company who specialise in advanced capacitive touch technology, who are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Hardware/Firmware Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and testing algorithms for cutting-edge touch, hover, force, and haptic silicon devices. If you thrive in a creative, resource-limited environment and are committed to high-quality solutions across multiple builds, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new features tailored to market requirements on RISC-V-based platforms.
• Work closely with clients during integration and pre-sales phases to ensure top-quality outcomes for automotive and industrial applications.
• Split time between coding in C to build algorithms and developing test environments for efficient algorithm evaluation.

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Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Electronics or Physics. Other technical fields may be considered with relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience in embedded C coding.
• Proficient in software unit testing.
• Strong numeracy skills and experience with ISO9000 frameworks and version control.
• Demonstrated record of successful project completions.
• Knowledge of image processing and signal encoding/decoding.
• Familiarity with small signal analog electronics and capacitive sensing methods.
• Experience with JIRA.

Candidate Requirements:

• Ability to produce concise reports and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills, with a knack for prioritizing and managing multiple projects.
• Practical mindset with a “right-first-time” approach.
• High attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative and comfortable working within a small, dynamic team.
• Customer-oriented with an expert-level professional demeanor.
• Continuous learning mindset to stay at the forefront of technical advancements.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Technical hobbies (e.g., electronics, web design, automotive repair).
• Strong interest in electronic gadgets.
• Experience in Haptics
• Resourcefulness in building tools and equipment as needed.

If you are passionate about embedded technology, customer-focused solutions, and advancing your technical knowledge, we invite you to apply for this exciting role!

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Created on 31/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom