Senior Firmware Engineer
Bristol (Hybrid – 2 days in office) – Up to £75,000 + excellent benefits.
About the Company
We’re working with an innovative technology company developing life-changing assistive communication devices. Their products empower people with speech and communication challenges to live more independent, connected lives, and they are recognised globally as leaders in their field. With a collaborative, purpose-driven culture, this is a chance to work on meaningful products that make a real difference.
The Role
As a Senior Firmware Engineer, you’ll take a lead technical role in designing and delivering embedded firmware for high-quality, safety‑critical devices. You’ll work closely with hardware, software, and cross‑functional teams to build robust, scalable systems. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you’ll influence architecture, mentor engineers, and drive engineering excellence across the firmware lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and delivery of embedded firmware (primarily C-based)
- Define and maintain firmware architecture, standards, and best practice
- Develop software for embedded Linux and RTOS environments (e.g. Zephyr)
- Drive test strategy and automation, including CI and hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing
- Debug complex issues across hardware and software layers
- Collaborate with hardware, QA, production, and product teams
- Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a high‑performing team culture
- Ensure firmware meets quality, reliability, and regulatory standards for medical‑grade devices
About You
You’ll be an experienced embedded engineer with strong technical depth and a passion for building high-quality systems.
Essential
- Strong experience in embedded C development (8+ years)
- Solid understanding of embedded systems architecture and design principles
- Experience with RTOS and/or Embedded Linux platforms
- Proven ability in debugging and problem-solving in constrained environments
- Knowledge of automated testing frameworks and CI practices
- Ability to provide technical leadership and mentor others
Desirable
- Experience with Zephyr RTOS, STM32, Nordic, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with Python, C#, or other tooling languages
- Experience in medical devices or safety‑critical environments
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £75,000
- Hybrid working (“2 days per week in Bristol”)
- Private medical insurance, pension & life assurance
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities
- Wellbeing initiatives and employee perks
Apply Now
If you’re looking for a role where your work has genuine impact and you can help shape cutting‑edge assistive technology, we’d love to hear from you.
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