(Senior) Embedded Software Engineer

Alif Semiconductor; Finland (MN); On-site; USD 57,756 - 86,634; Full time

Job summary

Alif Semiconductor is looking for a (Senior) Embedded Software Engineer to join the Wireless Connectivity Team in Oulu, Finland. The role involves specializing in wireless engineering and developing low-power applications, while optimizing device lifetime and enhancing communication protocols.

Successful candidates will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess skills in Embedded Software, C programming, and communication techniques. This full-time permanent position offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Experience in low-level embedded software is mandatory.
• Must have proficiency in C.
• Familiarity with low-power design techniques is required.

Responsibilities

• Work as a wireless engineer configuring RF and building Zephyr OS applications.
• Maintain ROM code split between two cores for BLE and 802.15.4.
• Optimize battery consumption for longer lifespan of devices.

Skills

Embedded Software

C programming

Low-level embedded software

Wireless protocols

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related

Tools

Arm/Risc-V

Zephyr OS

Verilog/SystemVerilog

Job description

Alif established its first European R&D site in Oulu to be a significant center of expertise and employ teams of Software and Digital IC Design experts, to complement the staff in the US and India. We are headquartered in the US, and our office in the Oulu Technology Park employs about 35 employees.

Our local team consists of very experienced experts as well as younger talents ready to take on new challenges in their careers. Our days here often consist of solving very high-level technical challenges and creating new technology, and we can offer you growth opportunities that are unique and rewarding. We have an open, supportive, and relaxed culture. We enjoy coming to the office and collaborating with one another.

As our Finnish site grows, we are looking for a (Senior) Embedded Software Engineer to our Wireless Connectivity Team, working on 15.4, Mesh and BLE development.

Responsibilities

• Specialize as a wireless engineer and work at a variety of levels, from configuring RF to building Zephyr OS applications.
• Integrate and maintain the ROM code split between two cores separating controller and host stack for BLE, and 802.15.4 controller and application.
• Optimize low‑power scenarios to ensure a very long lifetime of embedded devices by reducing battery consumption.
• Plan, organize and execute your own work independently while demonstrating strong ownership and accountability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Skill in Embedded Software and experience in low‑level embedded software.
• Proficiency in C and familiarity with Arm/Risc‑V; Verilog/SystemVerilog is a strong plus.
• Experience with low‑power design techniques and wireless protocols and techniques.
• Good communication and problem‑solving skills and a desire to seek diverse challenges for growth.

This is a permanent, full‑time position located in Oulu, Finland. The role offers growth opportunities and a fair compensation package commensurate with seniority and responsibilities.

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