About the Role
<p><b>Firmware Engineer</b></p>
<p>Salary: £50,000.00 to £60,000.00</p>
<p>Location: Bristol; Hybrid</p>
<p>Join our client, Smartbox, as a Firmware Engineer!</p>
<p>Are you a passionate Firmware Engineer looking to make a real impact by giving a voice to those without speech? Smartbox is looking for a dedicated individual like you to join their team and contribute to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities.</p>
<p><b>Your Impact</b></p>
<p>As our client’s Firmware Engineer, you will:</p>
<ul>
<li>Test software: Ensuring comprehensive automated test coverage of your code, writing automated tests, GUIs, and utility apps in languages such as Python and C#.</li>
<li>Libraries and apps: Creating software libraries and demo apps in C-compatible languages such as C#, C++, or Rust to control their firmware subsystems.</li>
<li>Technical strategy: Executing and collaborating on their strategy for highly reliable, mission-critical hardware and firmware.</li>
<li>Validation and debugging: Implementing and improving their device test plans, debugging, and validating upcoming firmware and software.</li>
<li>Quality assurance: Promptly analysing and correcting quality issues.</li>
<li>Project management: Taking ownership of firmware and software projects from start to finish.</li>
</ul>
<p>Firmware and Software Development:</p>
<ul>
<li>Designing, developing and maintaining embedded software in C for Zephyr RTOS and Embedded Linux.</li>
<li>Applying best practices in embedded software architecture and testing.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Essential Qualifications / Skills / Experience:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Degree or equivalent experience in an engineering subject (Electronics, Computer Science, Software), Physics, Mathematics, or another scientific subject.</li>
<li>4+ years of experience in software development in one or more of the following languages: C, C++, Rust.</li>
<li>4+ years of experience in embedded software development in C. </li>
<li>Knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem-solving, and complexity analysis.</li>
<li>Strong grounding in embedded software architecture, with a focus on maintainability, modularity, fault-tolerance and testability.</li>
<li>Confident and experienced with automated testing, including unit, integration and system tests, mocking and automation frameworks.</li>
<li>An understanding of API design and the creation of clear, stable abstractions for hardware / firmware interaction.</li>
<li>Skilled at debugging in constrained environments and using hardware / software debugging tools.</li>
<li>A proven track record of innovation and quality software development throughout the entire software product lifecycle.</li>
<li>Ability to solve complex technical problems in elegant and maintainable ways, demonstrating systems thinking across hardware, firmware and application layers.</li>
<li>Experience with embedded platforms (for example: Embedded Linux, Arduino, STM32, Nordic, Zephyr RTOS).</li>
<li>A passion and drive for excellence in software craftsmanship.</li>
<li>Linux, Bash / shell, CI (Continuous integration) experience.</li>
<li>Ability to read electronics schematics.</li>
<li>A collaborative and supportive team player – contributing actively to shared goals and supporting colleagues across disciplines.</li>
<li>Practical, proactive mindset – comfortable taking initiative and working through ambiguity in a fast-moving team.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About Smartbox</b></p>
<p>At Smartbox, they are proud to be at the forefront of assistive communication technology. Their innovative products are used globally by individuals with diverse needs. Their values – passionate, caring, empowering, achieving together, and enabling change – resonate in everything they do.</p>
<p><b>Their Inclusive Culture</b></p>
<p>They believe in giving everyone a voice. Joining Smartbox means joining a diverse team that values collaboration and supports a community that relies on their technology for effective communication.</p>
<p><b>Their Commitment to Sustainability</b></p>
<p>At Smartbox, they not only innovate but also prioritise sustainability. They aim to minimise their carbon footprint and promote a greener world through sustainable solutions. By joining them, you'll contribute to shaping a more inclusive society while actively supporting their sustainability efforts.</p>
<p><b>Their D&I Commitments</b></p>
<p>At Smartbox, they prioritise diversity and inclusivity in their work environment. Here's how they do it:</p>
<ul>
<li>Recognised as a Disability Confident Employer by the UK Government and Founding Partner of Purple Tuesday.</li>
<li>Their recruitment practices are inclusive and barrier-free, with adjustments available during the application process and throughout your career with them.</li>
<li>They believe in adding to their culture, not just fitting in. Their diverse team combines unique talents to create products that reflect the diversity of their users and customers.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Rewards and Benefits</b></p>
<p>Discover a world of rewards and benefits tailored to your wellbeing at Smartbox. Beyond a competitive salary and private medical insurance, explore perks like a hybrid working model, wellness benefits, and paid volunteering days.</p>
<p><b>Ready to Make a Difference?</b></p>
<p>Join Smartbox and embark on a fulfilling career where your work truly matters. Apply now and be a part of a team dedicated to creating technology that changes lives.</p>
<p><b>Agencies</b></p>
<p>Please respect that at this current time, our client wishes to try to recruit directly from the market rather than engage support from an agency.</p>