Firmware Engineer – IoT Embedded C, Onsite (6m/3d)

Chroma Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment agency is looking for a Firmware Engineer in Birmingham as their business expands in 2026. The role involves working on innovative IoT and consumer-based products, with responsibilities including project management and collaboration with stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Electronics or Software Engineering and experience in Embedded C/C++ programming. This position requires onsite work for the first six months, transitioning to a hybrid model afterward.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electronics or Software Engineering.
• Experience in Embedded C / C++ programming.
• Proficient in microcontroller development.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for key project tasks working with internal and external stakeholders.
• Report directly to the CTO with a dotted line to the Software Director.

Skills

Embedded C / C++ programming

Microcontroller development

Low level / bare metal programming

FreeRTOS

Understanding of electronics

Education

Degree in Electronics or Software Engineering

Job description

A leading UK recruitment agency is looking for a Firmware Engineer in Birmingham as their business expands in 2026. The role involves working on innovative IoT and consumer-based products, with responsibilities including project management and collaboration with stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Electronics or Software Engineering and experience in Embedded C/C++ programming. This position requires onsite work for the first six months, transitioning to a hybrid model afterward.