Firmware Engineer

HID; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and rewards package

Annual leave and benefits

Career development opportunities

Global organization

Job summary

HID is seeking an embedded engineer for our Cardiff design centre to develop firmware for PACS products. You will work in small Agile teams on design and sustaining activities, delivering robust embedded solutions in C and C#.

The role requires hands-on debugging, documentation, and collaboration with colleagues across departments and possibly international travel. Minimum 1 year in embedded development and an engineering degree or equivalent are expected.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of embedded engineering experience.
• Experience with embedded C, bare metal and RTOS.
• Experience writing low to medium complexity code.
• Ability to debug embedded systems and use debuggers.

Responsibilities

• Implementation of embedded firmware designs and test solutions primarily in C and C#.
• Creation of design documentation.
• Practical hands-on experience debugging embedded systems.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Skills

Embedded C

RTOS

Bare metal

Firmware development

Debugging

Version control

GPIO/UART/SPI/I2C

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Debuggers

Editors

Compilers

Job description

Amazing Career Opportunity for a Engineer!!

Location: Cardiff, UK

Job ID: 43344

An embedded engineer with firmware development and debugging skills is required for our design centre in Cardiff.

Working in small versatile Agile teams, the candidate will be involved in product design and sustaining activities on a range of PACS RFID access control products. The candidate needs to be able to effectively manage their time to support work on a variety of products at different stages of the product's life cycle and be able to collaborate well with colleagues from different departments both onsite and overseas. Occasional travel may be required.

Who are we?

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely.

We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo

Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS):

HID Physical Access Control Solutions (PACS) is at the forefront of securing spaces with advanced, reliable access control solutions. From cutting-edge readers, credentials and controllers, to mobile and biometric technologies, HID PACS empowers organizations worldwide to protect their people, property and assets with scalable, high-quality solutions.

This is more than just a job – it’s your chance to join an industry leader to drive innovation in access control and make a real impact on global security solutions.

• Implementation of embedded firmware designs and test solutions primarily in C and C#
• Creation of design documentation.
• Practical hands-on experience working with and debugging embedded systems.
• Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

Required Knowledge/Experience

• Ability to write low to medium complexity coded solutions.
• Experience with embedded C, bare metal and RTOS applications.
• Able to use standard development software: debuggers, editors, compilers.
• Comfortable at working at low level (e.g. GPIO, UART, SPI, I2C)
• Able to demonstrate experience with software version control.

Additional beneficial skills/experience

• Smart Card ISO7816 and RFID ISO 14443/15693 protocols
• Implementation experience of cryptographic solutions.
• I2C and SPI protocols.
• NUnit test framework.
• CMock unit testing.

Essential Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent or suitable experience.
• Minimum of 1+ years of related industry experience.

Work Requirements

• Compliance with all relevant HID Global policies and procedures related to Quality, Security, Safety, Business Continuity, and Environmental systems.
• Travel and fieldwork, including international travel may be required. Therefore, employee must possess, or be able to acquire a valid passport.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which you are hired.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and rewards package.
• Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance.
• A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture.
• Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential.
• To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds.

HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact [e-mail].

Please be aware that our recruitment process may include the use of AI-powered tools to assist in screening applicant resumes. These tools help us efficiently identify candidates whose qualifications and skills align with the job description. We use AI in a responsible manner and in accordance with applicable data privacy laws and regulations. Importantly, all applicants are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. AI is used to support, not replace, human judgment in the evaluation process.

HID is certified as a Great Place to Work in the UK, reflecting employee feedback on trust, collaboration, and workplace culture.