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# Junior Firmware Engineer (Lisburn)

- **Company:** Camlin
- **Location:** Lisburn, UK
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Application Layers, Bash Shell, C++ (Programming Language), CMake, Code Review, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Digital Electronics, Firmware, FreeRTOS, Python (Programming Language), Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), Real-Time Operating Systems, RS-232, RS-485 Standard, Software Engineering, Tcl (Programming Language), Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Scripting, Serial Peripheral Interface, PIC Microcontroller, Real Time Systems, Gitlab, Git, Build Tools, Software Version Control, Docker, Artifactory
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/junior-firmware-engineer/camlin-limited-job108099312

## About the Role

* Experience in the design, simulation, implementation, verification and validation of real-time systems on DSPs and Microcontrollers.
 * Experience in programming in C++ and C languages.
 * Knowledge of theory and usage of Real Time Operating Systems (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)
 * Knowledge of theory and design of complex digital electronic circuits and digital signal processing algorithms (FFT, digital filters, re-sampling, ecc.).
 * Analytical and problem-solving attitude.
 * Experience in the use of laboratory equipment (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, signal generators).
 * Experience with peripheral standards and communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, RS485, RS232, RGMII, ecc.).
 * Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
 * Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Desirable Criteria
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 + Knowledge of SHARC or equivalent DSP architecture.
 + Knowledge of build systems (CMake).
 + Proficiency with gitlab, docker, CI/CD, artifactory.
 + Proficiency in source code revision control, especially GIT.
 + Knowledge of agile methodologies
 + Experience with application layer protocols, such as DNP, 1588, MQTT, and more.
 + Knowledge of electronic components and PCB reworking.
 + Experience with TCL scripting.

## Description

The Junior Firmware Engineer in the Real-Time Applications unit is a key contributor responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing cutting-edge solutions using DSP and Microcontroller technologies.
Role Responsibilities

 * Design, implement and debug firmware for Digital Signal Processors and Microcontrollers for real-time applications, tailored to project requirements.
 * Ensure FW meets strict real-time performance constraints, focusing on latency, throughput, and efficient use of system resources (e.g., DSP cores, communication interfaces, memory, processing power).
 * Optimize performance and efficiency of signal processing algorithms and embedded systems.
 * Conduct code reviews, design evaluations, and testing to uphold high-quality standards.
 * Investigate and resolve complex technical issues in real-time systems, ensuring reliability and robustness.
 * Debug hardware and software issues, getting to the root cause of the issue.
 * Design high quality systems which comply with regulatory standards.
 * Contribute to the creation and maintenance of comprehensive technical documentation.