Firmware Engineer
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to grassroots, giving them access to the same performance tools as the pros. Innovation has always driven us forward, and it's our people who make that happen.
The OpportunityWe're looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer to join our engineering team and help develop and maintain the embedded platforms that power STATSports products. This is a product-focused, hands-on role where you'll take ownership of firmware design and implementation across new and existing devices. You'll work closely with hardware and software engineers to ensure robust, reliable, and manufacturable firmware solutions from early development through validation and production. If you enjoy building embedded systems that ship to real customers and perform in demanding real-world environments, this role will suit you.
What You'll Be Doing
Designing and developing embedded firmware for STATSports products, from concept through to production
Owning assigned firmware work packages, ensuring delivery meets cost, quality, and specification targets
Collaborating closely with hardware and software teams to ensure firmware integrates cleanly with production designs
Supporting efficient, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing through robust firmware design
Creating validation test procedures, field diagnostics, and quality-of-service checks
Performing hardware and firmware debugging within complex embedded systems
Producing firmware documentation, design guides, and participating in design reviews
Supporting manufacturing and test teams during the bring-up and validation of finished designs
Adhering to QA processes and actively contributing to continuous quality improvement
Planning firmware schedules, effort estimates, and delivery timelines in collaboration with the PMO
Meeting deadlines while maintaining high standards of innovation, quality, and reliability
What We're Looking For
Hold a, degree in Engineering or
Requirements
Computer Science (Electrical, Computer, or Software discipline, preferred)
Have 3+ years of experience in a product development environment
Are confident in developing embedded firmware in C and C++ (RTOS experience a plus)
Have hands-on experience with ARM microcontrollers
Are comfortable working with interfaces such as Bluetooth, UART, I2C, SPI, QSPI, Ethernet, RS232, and RS422
Have a strong grasp of embedded fundamentals, including timers, PWM, ADC, DAC, DMA, and interrupts
Are experienced with IDEs such as Eclipse, Keil, or IAR
Are comfortable with real-time debugging and system-level communication protocols
Use collaborative tools such as GIT and JIRA as part of your workflow
Balance technical depth with clear communication and planning
Nice To Have (but Not Essential)Experience in regulated environments (such as medical devices), formal project management training, or advanced debugging and optimisation work is a bonus
About the company
About STATSportsWhat if the product you helped to build next week was worn by an elite athlete the week after? At STATSports, that could be your reality. Since 2007, we've grown from a small Irish start-up into the global leader in GPS performance tracking, trusted by the world's biggest clubs, leagues, and athletes. Our technology sits at the intersection of hardware, software, and sport, helping teams optimise performance, reduce injury risk, and unlock insights that were previously impossible. But just as importantly, our products support the next generation of athletes, from academies, but not required.
What's In It For You
A senior role developing firmware used by elite athletes worldwide
Ownership of embedded platforms from development through production
Collaboration with hardware, software, and manufacturing teams
Exposure to cutting-edge wearable and sports technology
A culture that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
The opportunity to see your work deliver real-world performance insights
Equal Opportunity EmployerSTATSports is an equal opportunity employer. If you feel you would be a great addition to the team and are excited by the prospect of forging an impactful career with us, we would love to hear from you. We would particularly welcome applications from women and underrepresented groups. No one wins unless everyone wins We believe that diverse teams have the greatest impact, so we really care about creating a diverse and inclusive environment. At STATSports, no one wins unless everyone wins, so we're focused on creating a team where everyone feels they belong. We welcome people from all backgrounds, with different perspectives, ideas and experiences to work with us. If you do, you'll be joining an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to share their opinion, showcase their skills, develop their career and be part of a caring and inclusive team.
Why STATSportsWe're still a small business that happens to be the world leader in our field, which means you can be a part of something big. Working at STATSports, you'll have a real impact and see directly how the day-to-day work you do makes a difference in sport at the elite level. You'll collaborate with a world-class team and be given the freedom to innovate, create and deliver at the highest level. If this excited you, then we would love to hear from
