London-Based Embedded Firmware Engineer - Robotics

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

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.