Firmware Engineer - Arduino, Turin, Italy

MaC VC; Piemonte; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Competitive salary and benefits

Diversity and culture

Job summary

Qualcomm Europe, Inc. Italy Branch Office is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to design, develop and test firmware and libraries for microcontrollers and embedded platforms.

You will work on the Arduino ecosystem and contribute to Zephyr RTOS within an R&D team, ensuring high standards for users and customers. The role requires strong C/C++ skills for embedded systems, hardware debugging capabilities, and collaboration across hardware and software teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD with 2+ years in Software Eng or related field.
• 2+ years programming in C/C++/Java/Python or similar.
• Strong proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Experience with IoT protocols and hardware interfaces is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, code, test and debug embedded firmware in C/C++.
• Maintain and improve the Arduino codebase.
• Contribute to open-source projects like Zephyr RTOS.
• Prototype solutions from research to production.
• Create and maintain concise technical documentation.
• Collaborate with hardware, software QA and product teams to deliver high-quality products.
• Represent Arduino at events and engage with the developer community.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Embedded systems

English fluency

Git workflows

Debugging tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering/CS

Master's degree in Electronics Engineering/CS

PhD in Engineering/CS

Tools

JTAG/SWD

Hardware debugging

Job description

Company

Qualcomm Europe, Inc. Italy Branch Office

Job Area

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Software Engineering

General Summary

Arduino is now part of the Qualcomm organisation! Arduino’s mission is to enable people to enhance their lives through accessible open-source electronics and digital technologies. Since 2005, millions of people, from kids and students to engineers and professionals around the world are using Arduino to innovate in the fields of music, games and toys, smart homes, farming, autonomous vehicles and many more. We are looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer to join our R&D team and contribute to design, develop and test firmware and libraries for microcontrollers/microprocessors used in Arduino or other embedded platforms (e.g. Zephyr, etc.). You will be a key asset in our commitment to high standards for our users and customers.

What We Offer

• A challenging career path in a rapidly growing company with modern vision and talented teams.
• A competitive salary (and benefits) that values people skills and experience.
• A young and inspiring work environment that encourages diversity and cultural exchange.
• Individual growth objectives with a dedicated budget for learning/training.
• Flexible working hours and working locations, we value work-life balance!
• A meaningful work opportunity in a mission-driven company committed to empower people around the world.

And if you live near one of our offices…

• Ping pong and foosball tournaments (sport or gym benefit is also included for everyone!).
• Seasonal celebrations, happy hours and everyday drinks and snacks at the office.
• Sunny rooftop lunch breaks and hamacas for relaxation and concentration.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 4+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

Master's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 3+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

OR

PhD in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field and 2+ years of Software Engineering or related work experience.

• 2+ years of work experience with Programming Language such as C, C++, Java, Python, etc.

What You'll Work On

• Design, develop, code, test and debug embedded firmware written in C and/or C++
• Maintain and improve the Arduino codebase
• Contribute to other open-source projects like Zephyr RTOS
• Prototype a product solution from research to production
• Create and maintain clear and concise technical documentation for designs, code, and test procedures
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams including hardware, application software, Quality Assurance, and product management to define requirements, integrate components, and deliver high-quality products.
• Represent Arduino at internal / external events and share our spirit with the developers community

What You Bring

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent field
• Strong proficiency in C and/or C++ for embedded systems
• Experience with JTAG/SWD and other debugging tools
• Experience of Hardware debugging
• Extensive experience with hardware interfaces and protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, USB, Ethernet, CAN, GPIO)
• Knowledge of IoT Protocols (MQTT, CoAP, HTTP, TCP, UDP, AMQP)
• Broad knowledge of git flows
• Fluent in English both verbal and written is mandatory

Bonus Points

• Knowledge of the Arduino ecosystem
• Experience with Golang and/or Python

• References to a particular number of years experience are for indicative purposes only. Applications from candidates with equivalent experience will be considered, provided that the candidate can demonstrate an ability to fulfill the principal duties of the role and possesses the required competencies.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualcomm is an equal opportunity employer. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation during the application/hiring process, rest assured that Qualcomm is committed to providing an accessible process. You may e-mail [e-mail] or call Qualcomm's toll-free number found here. Upon request, Qualcomm will provide reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities to be able participate in the hiring process. Qualcomm is also committed to making our workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities. (Keep in mind that this email address is used to provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We will not respond here to requests for updates on applications or resume inquiries).

Qualcomm expects its employees to abide by all applicable policies and procedures, including but not limited to security and other requirements regarding protection of Company confidential information and other confidential and/or proprietary information, to the extent those requirements are permissible under applicable law.

Pay Range And Other Compensation & Benefits

€55,200.00 - €81,600.00 annual (Gross)

The above pay range reflects the broad, minimum to maximum, pay range for this job code for the location for which it has been posted. This range includes two additional months of pay as part of the annual salary. Even more importantly, please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Qualcomm. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and opportunity for annual RSU grants (employees on sales-incentive plans are not eligible for our annual bonus). In addition, our highly competitive benefits package is designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that Qualcomm has to offer – and you can review more details about our benefits at this link.