Lead Firmware Engineer

CREGG; Munster; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Co. Clare is seeking a Lead Firmware Engineer to design and validate next-gen industrial sensing solutions. The role involves leading design activities, developing embedded C/C++ applications, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and over 5 years of experience in embedded systems. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for effective collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in embedded C/C++ application development.
• Hands-on experience with software/hardware debugging techniques.
• Practical experience with design of industrial products.

Responsibilities

• Lead design activities and breakdown work packages.
• Coach engineers in core deliverables including software development.
• Perform cross-platform development of C/C++ code.

Skills

Embedded C/C++ development

Code quality automation

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

SVN

Job description

Excellent opportunity for a Lead Firmware Engineer to join a thriving company in Co. Clare with excellent career development opportunities. The successful candidate will work closely with our Client’s Electrical Engineering teams to design, prototype, validate, and certify next-generation industrial sensing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leads Design activities, breaking down work packages for wider firmware team
• Contribute to and coach engineers in the core deliverables (develop software/ firmware, perform validation, and maintenance of industrial grade embedded systems)
• Evaluate system level requirements by brainstorming with Product Specialists, Product Managers, and other peers
• Perform cross platform development of C/C++ code while maintaining code quality through best practices and code quality automation
• Support sustaining activities across a broad product portfolio

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
• 5 years plus experience with developing embedded C/C++ applications for embedded operating systems such as Linux, QNX Neutrino, Micrium ?C/OS, etc. on ARM targets.
• Hands‑on experience with tools like Git, SVN.
• Proficient in using software/hardware debugging techniques.
• Capable of concise and effective written and verbal communication.
• Practical experience with design of industrial products.
• Effective communicator within technical and non-technical environments.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to perform in a team environment, across functions, and with customer and suppliers.