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Embedded Systems Engineer / Firmware Engineer (IoT)Edinburgh (Hybrid or Remote Options Available)Morgan Hunt are working with a start up based in Edinburgh to recruit an Embedded Systems Engineer or Firmware Engineer with a passion and knowledge of IoT technologies.The job role involves:
- Embedded Systems Design: Develop and optimize embedded software for IoT devices, ensuring low power consumption, real-time performance, and robust functionality.
- Firmware Development: Write and maintain firmware for microcontrollers and other embedded platforms, from initial design to production-ready solutions.
- IoT Integration: Work on integrating hardware with cloud services, networking protocols, and communication systems (e.g., MQTT, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Zigbee).
- Prototyping & Testing: Design and build prototypes, run extensive testing, and debug systems to ensure seamless functionality across different platforms.
- Collaboration: Work closely with hardware engineers, data scientists, and product managers to develop end-to-end solutions for connected devices.
- Optimisation: Continuously improve and optimise embedded systems for efficiency, scalability, and security.
The essential skills include:
- Embedded Systems Expertise: Strong experience with embedded systems development, including proficiency in programming languages.
- Firmware Development: Experience writing and debugging firmware for microcontrollers.
- Knowledge of IoT
- Hardware-Software Integration: Familiarity with hardware design principles and ability to interface embedded systems with sensors, actuators, and other peripherals.
- Real-time Systems: Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and task scheduling.
- Problem-Solving: Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and system-level problem-solving skills.
- Preferred: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS IoT, Google Cloud IoT), version control (Git), and wireless technologies.
Please get in touch for further information.
Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.
