Senior Firmware/Embedded Systems Engineer

ECS Resource Group Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to design and implement embedded systems for secure devices used globally. This role offers a chance to work with low-level hardware and real-time operating systems, focusing on security and reliability. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead technical discussions, and mentor junior engineers. If you have a passion for embedded firmware development and want to make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded firmware development with expertise in RTOS.
• Strong experience with 32-bit microprocessors and low-level hardware integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded firmware for microcontrollers and real-time operating systems.
• Design device drivers and low-level protocols for ATMs and payment devices.

Skills

Embedded Firmware Development (C/C++)

Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

32-bit Microprocessors (ARM preferred)

Device Drivers

Security and Reliability of Systems

Unit Testing and Debugging

Collaboration Across Engineering Teams

Tools

VxWorks

FreeRTOS

uC/OS

USB Protocols

Cryptographic Frameworks

Job description

ONLY APPLICATIONS WHO ARE HAPPY WITH HYBRID TRAVEL PER WEEK TO DUNDEE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

Senior Firmware/Embedded Systems Engineer

Role Overview:

We're looking for a talented Senior Firmware Engineer to help design, develop, and implement embedded systems that power the next generation of secure devices used in ATMs, kiosks, and self-service machines. If you're an experienced engineer who loves working with low-level hardware, real-time operating systems, and embedded firmware, this role offers a unique opportunity to make an impact on products used by millions worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop embedded firmware for microcontrollers and real-time operating systems (RTOS) like VxWorks, FreeRTOS, or uC/OS.
  
• Design and implement device drivers and low-level protocols to control hardware like ATMs, self-service machines, and payment devices.
  
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to ensure seamless integration and performance of embedded systems.
  
• Focus on security, performance, and reliability of real-time systems, ensuring they meet industry standards.
  
• Develop and execute unit tests, debugging, and system-level integration testing.
  
• Lead technical discussions, offer solutions to complex problems, and mentor junior engineers.
  

What We're Looking For:

• 8+ years of experience in embedded firmware development (C/C++), with expertise in real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  
• Strong experience with 32-bit microprocessors (ARM preferred) and 8/16-bit microcontrollers.
  
• Familiarity with USB protocols, secure communication, and cryptographic frameworks.
  
• Experience with low-level hardware-software integration, device drivers, and firmware development.
  
• Solid understanding of embedded systems testing, including unit testing and debugging techniques.
  
• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate across engineering teams.
  

Further information available upon application

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