Firmware Engineer

YT Technologies
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Basingstoke, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Android
Computing Platforms
Bluetooth Low Energy (Bluetooth)
C++
Linux on Embedded Systems
Embedded Software
Firmware
Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
Health Information Management
Real-Time Operating Systems
Software Engineering
Systems Integration
Data Management
GNSS

Job description

This is a high-autonomy, sole-charge technical specialist position . Reporting directly to the Innovation Director, you will be the absolute authority on firmware and connected software platforms within the building ., * Clean-Sheet Development: Architect and write embedded C/C++ firmware for next-generation consumer hardware devices featuring rich, graphic-heavy touchscreen interfaces .

  • HMI/GUI Integration: Build out the on-device user experience layer utilising embedded Linux or Android platforms.
  • Connectivity & Core Tech: Integrate and optimise wireless connectivity, low-power features, and location/tracking data capabilities (Bluetooth Low Energy, GNSS/GPS).
  • Supplier & Vendor Steering: Act as the technical lead when interfacing with global partners-reviewing code from offshore app development teams and writing specs for Far East electronics manufacturers .

Requirements

You are a proactive, established engineer who doesn't need to be micro-managed and values an environment that prioritises technical output over corporate box-ticking ., * Proven Embedded Track Record: Solid experience in embedded firmware development (C/C++) on real physical products that have successfully shipped to market.

  • OS & UI Depth: Practical exposure to building touchscreen HMIs running on embedded Linux, Android/AOSP, or RTOS environments.
  • Connectivity Depth: Hands-on experience integrating BLE, wireless protocols, or location-based/navigation features.
  • Supplier Facing Capability: Comfortable technical communication skills to hold external suppliers and global development teams to account.
  • Logistics: You must be local enough to commute daily to the new Basingstoke office to help stand up and collaborate with the newly forming engineering team .

About the company

YT Technologies has partnered with a globally recognised, market-leading premium consumer hardware brand. Following a major strategic decision to bring all hardware-linked software development in-house, they are opening a brand-new engineering R&D centre in Basingstoke ., * Global Footprint: Work for an incredibly stable, highly profitable brand whose UK-assembled products are shipped to over 50 countries

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