Senior firmware Engineer

Octagon Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to join their engineering team. The ideal candidate will develop firmware for embedded systems and lead projects while mentoring junior engineers. Strong experience in C/C++, along with knowledge of Real-Time Operating Systems and development tools, is essential for success in this role. This position provides opportunities for professional growth and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience developing firmware in C/C++ for resource-constrained embedded systems.
• Proficiency with Real-Time Operating Systems (e.g., Zephyr).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware using C/C++ for microcontrollers.
• Lead firmware development projects from concept through delivery.
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers.

Skills

C/C++

Firmware development

Embedded systems

Real-Time Operating Systems

Version control (Git)

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Firmware development tools

Job description

Senior Firmware Engineer

We are seeking a passionate and skilled C/C++ Firmware Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop firmware for cutting‑edge embedded systems used across a wide range of applications, from environmental monitoring to industrial automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware using C/C++ for microcontrollers.
• Lead firmware development projects from concept through delivery, ensuring high quality and timely execution.
• Guide hardware bring‑up efforts, BSP development, and integration of peripheral drivers.
• Mentor and support junior and mid‑level engineers, providing technical leadership, code reviews, and knowledge sharing.
• Implement CI/CD processes to ensure reliable and frequent product deployment.
• Support the full product lifecycle, from concept to production and post‑deployment maintenance.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including firmware design specifications and user manuals.

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience developing firmware in C/C++ for resource‑constrained embedded systems.
• Proficiency with Real‑Time Operating Systems (e.g., Zephyr).
• Experience with firmware development tools such as compilers and IDEs.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Knowledge of hardware interfaces and digital electronics.

This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative products in a collaborative and dynamic environment, with plenty of scope for professional growth and technical leadership.