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# Principal Firmware Engineer

- **Company:** Scopework
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Vision, Unit Testing, Bluetooth, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Databases, Software Debugging, Microprocessors, Embedded Software, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Design of User Interfaces, Hardware Design, Performance Tuning, Software Construction, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Wi-Fi Technology, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/principal-firmware-engineer/47398672

## About the Role

practices including requirements definition, specification development, and unit test strategies.Be a strong voice of customer for customer features, configuration changes and debugs working with Customer support teams.Develop tracking and sensor telemetry applications for real-time Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN) or Cellular IoT networksQualificationExperience with embedded software design and programming in C/C++ for development, debugging, testing and performance analysis8-12 years of experience in embedded software developmentExperience working with embedded/IOT firmware platforms with FreeRTOS or Zephyr or similar OS.Experience building software for embedded/IOT systems or custom SoCsExperience leading complex features or projects across multiple teamsB.S. or M.S degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experienceExperience with lab instrumentation for power, performance tuning, SDKs, analyzers for debugging IOT systemsExperience delivering electronics
devices in Consumer, IOT, Embedded marketsDemonstrated expertise in one or several of the following areas - communication protocols (TCP/IP, Bluetooth, Wifi), computer vision, sensors, cellularEXPERIENCE8/12 years of related experience in embedded systems.SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEPlay a critical role in the definition and execution of firmware projectsAnalyze, design, develop, and debug firmware for a wide variety of tracking devices, including GPS, Cellular, Wi-Fi/BleBe a go-to person for complex development, performance and evaluation issues that require in-depth knowledge of product-focused firmware developmentAlign long-term vision with short term prioritiesKnowledge of communication protocols: I2C, SPI, USART, I2S, PCM.Experience with sensors, accelerometers, gyro, GPS, humidity, temperatureExperience with Wi-Fi, BLE, and Cellular IoT solutions is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr

## Description

Principal Firmware Engineer- Santa Clara/Manchester (Hybrid)Our Digital group is enabling the future by using data and insights to power smarter, more sustainable supply chains. A key part of this strategy is the development of the tracking device platforms that will enable these data and insights to be collected - and the Firmware team is at the heart of this transformation.In this role, you will demonstrate good development practices and seamless collaboration across multiple teams in Digital and beyond. Engineering for device systems spans deep collaboration across engineering disciplines (Hardware design, Test, Architects, Technical Project Management, and Cloud software teams). Our engineers drive concepts into prototypes and prototypes to products.The Principal Firmware Engineer provides thought leadership in execution for corporate projects but also is a strong voice of the customer. We expect this individual to represent Customer configuration, firmware modifications, feature
development and work closely with Customer Success leadership to ensure we have a customer first approach and our solutions delight our customers.This will include setting up custom configuration database, define modification levers, if needed, create a software UI/UX for customers working closely with customer-facing teams. This could also include some customer visits, representing the company at customer sites and translating business requirements into features for internal development to deliver.The role also has the responsibility for building and strengthening the firmware engineering team and its capabilities.ScopeWork closely with team design efforts for Firmware Projects.This includes all Digital device portfolio projects (Ultra, Scout, Pulse), Engineering POC, Cloud side implementation for device management and device administration which contribute to all of Asset Digitization programs including Continuous Diagnostics, Targeted Diagnostics, Serialization+ & Digital Commercial
ServicesResponsible for customer configuration management which will be done working closely with the commercial/sales team as well as Customer Success team.Key ResponsibilitiesArchitecture & Design: Define and own the technical features for firmware, optimizing for performance, power, and security.Development & Debugging: Write and debug complex embedded C/C++ code for microcontrollers, microprocessors, and SoCs.System Integration: Collaborate with hardware teams to bring up new hardware, interpret schematics, and ensure smooth hardware/firmware interaction.Technical Leadership: Establish best practices for code quality, documentation, and automated testing.Problem Solving: Resolve complex, system-level issues that span across firmware, hardware, and software interfacesDevelop tracking and sensor telemetry applications for real-time Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN) or Cellular IoT networksDevelop, coordinate and implement improvements in software development methodology and leading


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