Firmware Engineer (m/f/d)

LivaNova; Ne; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global medtech company in Italy is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop software for Heart-Lung Machines and medical devices. This role involves designing low-level embedded firmware and ensuring compliance with IEC standards. The ideal candidate has strong programming skills in C/C++ and experience in regulated environments. Join a dynamic company that values innovation and offers competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.

Servizi

Competitive base salary

Variable short-term & long-term incentives

Recognition through STARS Program

Competenze

• Some years of experience in embedded firmware development, preferably in regulated industries.
• Experience in developing firmware for microcontrollers in a real-time environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements for medical device development.

Mansioni

• Design, implement, and maintain firmware for microcontroller-based medical devices.
• Collaborate with engineers to define interfaces and low-level drivers.
• Support integration testing and debugging for system-level testing.

Conoscenze

Embedded firmware development

Programming in C/C++

Experience with microcontrollers

Collaboration in cross-functional teams

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems

Strumenti

RTOS platforms (e.g., Keil FuSa RTX, FreeRTOS)

Static analysis tools (e.g., Polyspace, Vectorcast)

Version control (e.g., Git)

Descrizione del lavoro

Firmware Engineer (m/f/d)

As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.

Position Summary

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our team developing software for Heart‑Lung Machines and other safety‑critical medical devices. In this role, you will design, implement, and test low‑level embedded firmware for microcontroller‑based systems, working closely with hardware and software teams to ensure IEC 62304 Class C compliance. Reporting to the Lead, Embedded Firmware Engineering, you will contribute to the delivery of robust and reliable firmware for life‑saving technologies.

General Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain firmware for microcontroller‑based medical devices, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards
• Work with RTOS‑based systems, focusing on real‑time performance, reliability, and efficient resource usage
• Collaborate with architects, test engineers, and system engineers to define interfaces, hardware abstraction layers, and low‑level drivers
• Participate in code reviews, design reviews, and risk assessments to ensure high code quality and adherence to design constraints
• Apply unit testing, static code analysis, and other industry best practices for safety‑critical software
• Support integration testing, debugging, and root cause analysis of issues arising in system‑level testing (e.g., HIL/SIL)
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including software design, implementation details, and traceability to requirements
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes, toolchains, and testing frameworks

Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related field
• Some years of experience in embedded firmware development, preferably in medical or other regulated industries
• Experience in developing firmware for microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, NXP, Renesas) in a real‑time environment
• Knowledge of regulatory and quality requirements for medical device development is an advantage
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, with experience in real‑time embedded firmware development
• Familiarity with RTOS platforms (e.g., Keil FuSa RTX, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar)
• Experience with low‑level hardware interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, ADC/DAC, PWM, GPIO)
• Knowledge of software development for safety‑critical systems, preferably in compliance with IEC 62304, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971
• Experience with unit testing, static analysis tools (e.g., Polyspace, Vectorcast, Cppcheck, PC‑lint, Coverity), and code coverage analysis
• Familiarity with version control (e.g., Git), issue tracking, and CI/CD pipelines for embedded projects
• Understanding of CAN protocols, digital I/O, and embedded debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD)
• Basic knowledge of hardware schematics and datasheets is a plus
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work in cross‑functional teams
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and committed to producing high‑quality and maintainable code
• Comfortable working in a regulated environment with structured development processes
• Occasional travel may be required

What We Can Offer You

• A dynamic role in an advanced Medical Device environment interfacing with all worldwide regulatory landscapes supporting your professional career growth
• Exposure to a State‑of‑the‑Art medical device development process, in close cooperation with international clinicians
• Competitive base salary
• Variable short‑term & long‑term incentives
• Recognition: through our STARS Program, we recognize and celebrate our colleagues’ contributions and achievements

If you like the sound of the above and feel energized by the idea of joining a great brand at a moment of exciting expansion, please apply now. We look forward to hearing from you!

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