Firmware Engineer

Oxford, Oxfordshire
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Firmware Engineer

We are seeking a skilled Firmware Engineer to develop embedded software for advanced instrumentation and automation systems. Working alongside electronics and software engineers, you’ll play a key role in creating reliable, high-performance firmware that powers innovative products used in precision environments.

About the role

The Firmware Engineer will be responsible for embedded software design, coding and testing across a range of microcontroller platforms. You will take ownership of firmware architecture, communication interfaces and real-time control logic, ensuring smooth integration with hardware systems.

Key responsibilities

* Develop embedded firmware in C/C++ for microcontrollers and processors.

* Design and implement communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, USB).

* Collaborate with the electronics team to define and test hardware–firmware interfaces.

* Conduct code reviews, debugging and validation using test equipment.

* Support system integration and ensure firmware meets performance and reliability requirements.

* Contribute to continuous improvement of development tools and processes.

Skills and experience

* Strong programming skills in C/C++ for embedded systems.

* Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal programming.

* Good understanding of microcontroller architectures (ARM, PIC, etc.).

* Familiar with debugging tools and version control systems (e.g. Git).

* Knowledge of digital electronics and interfacing techniques.

* Degree or equivalent experience in Electronics, Computer Engineering or similar discipline.

Why join

This role offers the chance to work at the intersection of hardware and software on products with real-world impact. You’ll be part of a collaborative team developing technology that pushes the limits of accuracy and performance.

Keywords:
Firmware Engineer, Embedded Engineer, Embedded Software Engineer, Firmware Developer, Embedded C, Embedded C++, ARM, PIC, Microcontroller, RTOS, SPI, I2C, UART, USB, Device Drivers, Low-Level Programming, Real-Time Systems, Electronics, Instrumentation, Embedded Systems Engineer

Job Info
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Job Title:
Firmware Engineer
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Oxford, Oxfordshire
Salary:
£45000 - £55000 Per annum
Posted:
Oct 27th 2025
Closes:
Nov 27th 2025
Sector:
Engineering
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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