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# Embedded Firmware Engineer - Impactful MedTech

- **Company:** Qiagen
- **Location:** Barcelona, Spain
- **Salary:** €48,000.0 - €65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Firmware, Python (Programming Language)
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jobleads.com/es/job/e14a34cc61acbd63c3181637c35bd2275

## About the Role

The role requires a Master's degree in a relevant field, strong Python/C/C++ skills, and experience with instrumentation. This is an onsite position in Barcelona with opportunities to impact patient outcomes globally.

## Description

QIAGEN is seeking a focused embedded software engineer in Barcelona to design, implement, and maintain firmware for life-saving diagnostic devices. You will develop low-level drivers and real-time components for microcontrollers, translating requirements into robust firmware.


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