Firmware Engineer

at  Watt Footprint

Watt Footprint is a rapidly growing Irish start-up with a global vision to transform the energy marketplace. Our ambition is to be the number one energy management company for SMEs and make a significant impact in reducing global carbon emissions while lowering our clients’ energy costs.
We are excited to announce an opening for a Firmware Engineer in our R&D Department. As a Firmware Engineer, you will specialise in embedded firmware development, designing, developing, testing, and implementing firmware solutions for various embedded systems. The ideal candidate is a proficient engineer with a passion for hardware-software integration and solving complex problems.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Strong experience in software engineering processes and structures, with a focus on embedded firmware development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and hardware-software interaction.
• Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and low-level device drivers.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., I2C, SPI, UART, CAN).
• Knowledge of debugging and testing tools for embedded systems.

ESSENTIAL AND DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C/C++ for embedded systems.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture.
• Knowledge of GitHub for version control.

WE OFFER:

• A competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Remote work with flexible working hours to achieve a work-life balance.
• A company laptop and allowance for a remote workspace.
• Professional development opportunities to support your career ambitions.
• Monthly team-building workshops and social events to keep things fun.
• 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off.
  If you are a self-motivated, experienced firmware engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking for a challenge that could make a difference in the world, we would love to hear from you

• Design, develop, and implement firmware for embedded systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Work alongside the internal development team to integrate firmware with hardware components and conduct thorough testing to ensure system functionality and stability.
• Create and maintain documentation for firmware designs, development processes, and testing procedures.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and project managers, to deliver high-quality embedded solutions.
• Provide feedback and analysis to management through ad hoc reporting and data analysis.
• Implement new processes and procedures related to firmware development and integration.