Firmware Engineer

Shadow Robot; England; On-site; GBP 73,800 - 110,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work on innovative robotics technology

Collaborate with an international team

Hands-on access to cutting-edge hardware

Competitive day rate

Job summary

A world-leading robotics company in North London is seeking an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer for a 6-month contract. This role involves designing and developing firmware for embedded systems within robotic platforms, collaborating closely with diverse engineering teams. Candidates should have robust C and C++ programming skills and several years of embedded experience. The position requires daily presence in the office to work with hardware. Competitive day rate offered, with the potential for project extension.

Qualifications

• Several years of commercial embedded/firmware experience – able to work confidently and independently.
• Experience working with hardware on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for embedded systems within robotic platforms.
• Collaborate with electronics and mechanical engineers for integration.
• Debug and optimize code for motor control and other systems.
• Document work clearly for future development.

Skills

C programming skills

C++ programming skills

Microcontroller architectures

Hardware-software integration

Communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)

Python scripting

Job description

Opportunity

I’m partnering with a world‑leading robotics company based in North London to find an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer for an exciting 6‑month project. You’ll be joining a small, highly skilled engineering team working on advanced robotic systems for a major international client.

This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work with hardware daily, collaborate directly with senior engineers, and have the autonomy to drive solutions forward.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Designing and developing firmware for embedded systems within robotic platforms
• Working closely with electronics and mechanical engineers to integrate firmware with hardware
• Debugging and optimising code for motor control, sensors, and communication interfaces
• Contributing to a high‑profile project with an important international partner
• Documenting your work clearly for handover and future development

What You’ll Bring

• Strong C and C++ programming skills in embedded environments
• Experience with microcontroller architectures and hardware‑software integration
• Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)
• Python scripting ability for testing and automation
• Several years of commercial embedded/firmware experience – you’re confident working independently
• The ability to be in the London office daily to work with the hardware

Nice to have

RTOS experience, robotics background, motor control systems

What’s In It For You

• Work on genuinely innovative robotics technology
• Collaborate with a talented, international team of engineers
• Hands‑on access to cutting‑edge hardware every day
• Competitive day rate via PAYE, potential for extension

Ready to Apply?

Please apply below via LinkedIn or send your CV to Helen at HFBAC and let’s have a conversation about whether this is the right fit for you.

Please note: This role requires you to be based in or easily commute to North London. We cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position.

This is not suitable for recent graduates – we need someone who can hit the ground running.

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology