Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Low-Power Systems Location: Hybrid - Multiple locations across US Full Time $250,000 pa plus equity & bonus We are working with a global semiconductor innovator at the forefront of ultra-low-power MCU and edge AI technology. The company designs proprietary architectures that enable intelligence in battery-powered and energy constrained devices, delivering significant power efficiency gains without relying on advanced process node scaling. With products deployed in hundreds of millions of devices worldwide, this organisation supports customers across wearables, IoT, industrial, and edge AI applications. Their teams span North America and Asia, combining deep silicon expertise with world class embedded software. As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer (MCU), you will play a key technical role in the development of core MCU software infrastructure for next generation low power SoCs. You'll work on the foundational layers of an embedded SDK, owning critical subsystems. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of HAL and driver layers for MMU, caches, MPU, DMA / data movement engines, and general MCU management Develop and maintain software examples, test cases, and validation frameworks Support pre-silicon verification (FPGA/emulation) and post-silicon bring up, debug, and performance tuning Design and maintain RTOS ports (Zephyr, FreeRTOS, or similar) Collaborate closely with SoC architects, DV teams, and hardware designers Provide technical support to internal teams and selected external customers Required Background BS (8+ years) or MS (6+ years) in ECE, Computer Science, or similar Strong ARM expertise, ideally Cortex-M / M-profile Deep experience in MMU, cache architectures, DMA engines, and memory subsystems Hands on optimisation of memory access patterns, DMA throughput, and cache efficiency Solid embedded systems development in C and some assembly Strong RTOS experience (Zephyr, FreeRTOS preferred) Experience with multicore embedded systems is highly desirable Comfortable working in a lab environment, using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and debuggers Proficiency with Git, issue tracking, and collaborative development workflows Scripting experience (Python strongly preferred) Strong debugging, documentation, and communication skills Take the next step in your career and apply today!
02/02/2026
Full time
Staff Embedded Software Engineer - Low-Power Systems Location: Hybrid - Multiple locations across US Full Time $250,000 pa plus equity & bonus We are working with a global semiconductor innovator at the forefront of ultra-low-power MCU and edge AI technology. The company designs proprietary architectures that enable intelligence in battery-powered and energy constrained devices, delivering significant power efficiency gains without relying on advanced process node scaling. With products deployed in hundreds of millions of devices worldwide, this organisation supports customers across wearables, IoT, industrial, and edge AI applications. Their teams span North America and Asia, combining deep silicon expertise with world class embedded software. As a Staff Embedded Software Engineer (MCU), you will play a key technical role in the development of core MCU software infrastructure for next generation low power SoCs. You'll work on the foundational layers of an embedded SDK, owning critical subsystems. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and implementation of HAL and driver layers for MMU, caches, MPU, DMA / data movement engines, and general MCU management Develop and maintain software examples, test cases, and validation frameworks Support pre-silicon verification (FPGA/emulation) and post-silicon bring up, debug, and performance tuning Design and maintain RTOS ports (Zephyr, FreeRTOS, or similar) Collaborate closely with SoC architects, DV teams, and hardware designers Provide technical support to internal teams and selected external customers Required Background BS (8+ years) or MS (6+ years) in ECE, Computer Science, or similar Strong ARM expertise, ideally Cortex-M / M-profile Deep experience in MMU, cache architectures, DMA engines, and memory subsystems Hands on optimisation of memory access patterns, DMA throughput, and cache efficiency Solid embedded systems development in C and some assembly Strong RTOS experience (Zephyr, FreeRTOS preferred) Experience with multicore embedded systems is highly desirable Comfortable working in a lab environment, using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and debuggers Proficiency with Git, issue tracking, and collaborative development workflows Scripting experience (Python strongly preferred) Strong debugging, documentation, and communication skills Take the next step in your career and apply today!
Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Freelance / ZZP Amsterdam, Utrecht or Den Bosch Area Hybrid-Remote Flexibility 12-month Initial Duration + Possible Extensions 30-38 hours per week available Rate Up To 100 EUR Per Hour (depending on experience) Take a vital role in building wireless connectivity functionality for fully autonomous, edge-AI-enabled sports cameras that capture, analyze, and stream with no operator needed. You'll turn early prototypes into reliable, updatable devices used by professional sports teams worldwide. What you'll do Own low-level firmware across the stack: boot, BSP, device bring-up, OTA, and field diagnostics. Collaborate with Hardware, Firmware, App, and System Architects to design a robust, scalable platform. Lead technically within an autonomous squad, plan, de-risk, review designs, and ship. Integrate edge components (sensors, accelerators, connectivity) and make data flow smoothly to the cloud. Build for reliability: tracing, logging, observability, and failure-safe update paths. What you bring Background with C/C++ in user space and BSP layers. Strong experience in embedded Linux on product hardware: board support packages, bring-up, integration, and debugging. Solid knowledge of RTOS on microcontrollers (FreeRTOS, Zephyr or similar). Comfortable with UART, I C, SPI and hands-on lab work: scopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, bootloaders. Experience building Bluetooth or UWB-enabled devices If this could be you then APPLY NOW to discuss the details further with us 5V Tech are acting as an Employment Agency for the purposes of this position. We offer a reward scheme if you can recommend someone for this position; €250 for you and €250 to a charity of your choice.
02/02/2026
Full time
Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Freelance / ZZP Amsterdam, Utrecht or Den Bosch Area Hybrid-Remote Flexibility 12-month Initial Duration + Possible Extensions 30-38 hours per week available Rate Up To 100 EUR Per Hour (depending on experience) Take a vital role in building wireless connectivity functionality for fully autonomous, edge-AI-enabled sports cameras that capture, analyze, and stream with no operator needed. You'll turn early prototypes into reliable, updatable devices used by professional sports teams worldwide. What you'll do Own low-level firmware across the stack: boot, BSP, device bring-up, OTA, and field diagnostics. Collaborate with Hardware, Firmware, App, and System Architects to design a robust, scalable platform. Lead technically within an autonomous squad, plan, de-risk, review designs, and ship. Integrate edge components (sensors, accelerators, connectivity) and make data flow smoothly to the cloud. Build for reliability: tracing, logging, observability, and failure-safe update paths. What you bring Background with C/C++ in user space and BSP layers. Strong experience in embedded Linux on product hardware: board support packages, bring-up, integration, and debugging. Solid knowledge of RTOS on microcontrollers (FreeRTOS, Zephyr or similar). Comfortable with UART, I C, SPI and hands-on lab work: scopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, bootloaders. Experience building Bluetooth or UWB-enabled devices If this could be you then APPLY NOW to discuss the details further with us 5V Tech are acting as an Employment Agency for the purposes of this position. We offer a reward scheme if you can recommend someone for this position; €250 for you and €250 to a charity of your choice.
A technology firm is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer for a freelance role based in the Netherlands. The position offers hybrid-remote flexibility and involves building wireless connectivity for autonomous sports cameras. Candidates should have a strong background in C/C++ and embedded Linux, along with experience in designing firmware architectures. This role is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.
02/02/2026
Full time
A technology firm is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer for a freelance role based in the Netherlands. The position offers hybrid-remote flexibility and involves building wireless connectivity for autonomous sports cameras. Candidates should have a strong background in C/C++ and embedded Linux, along with experience in designing firmware architectures. This role is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.
A leading tech company in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Embedded AI Engineer to design and deploy low-power AI models. You will work on ultra-low-power microcontrollers and collaborate closely with hardware teams. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, strong skills in C++ and Python, and knowledge of TinyML frameworks. This role offers a competitive salary, equity, and the chance to impact future AI technology.
02/02/2026
Full time
A leading tech company in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Embedded AI Engineer to design and deploy low-power AI models. You will work on ultra-low-power microcontrollers and collaborate closely with hardware teams. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in embedded systems, strong skills in C++ and Python, and knowledge of TinyML frameworks. This role offers a competitive salary, equity, and the chance to impact future AI technology.
A leading technology company in sensing systems is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop intelligent firmware for advanced sensing platforms. The role involves working across the full product lifecycle and requires expertise in C/C++, embedded firmware development, and sensor technologies. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. This position offers a hybrid working structure, competitive salary, and a chance to contribute to innovative solutions in IoT and Broadcast Technology.
02/02/2026
Full time
A leading technology company in sensing systems is seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop intelligent firmware for advanced sensing platforms. The role involves working across the full product lifecycle and requires expertise in C/C++, embedded firmware development, and sensor technologies. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering. This position offers a hybrid working structure, competitive salary, and a chance to contribute to innovative solutions in IoT and Broadcast Technology.
Embedded Firmware Engineer Location: Austin,TX (Hybrid working structure) Type: Full-Time (Must be U.S. citizen) Salary: Competitive based on relevant experience + Healthcare Plan (100% comp) Are you bored of working on spaghetti code? What about an opportunity to design and create firmware for brand new devices? A rapidly growing technology company at the forefront of next-generation sensing systems , this team designs and delivers state-of-the-art hardware and firmware solutions that capture, process, and interpret the physical world with extraordinary precision.Their innovations power cutting-edge applications across industrial, environmental, and connected device markets; really redefining the way sensors detect, measure, and communicate data across complex environments. The Role: As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer , you'll play a central role in developing the intelligent firmware that drives the company's advanced sensing platforms. You'll work across the full product lifecycle; from concept and architecture through to prototyping, testing, and deployment, building robust embedded solutions that integrate seamlessly with custom hardware. Your expertise will sit at the intersection of embedded firmware , wireless communication , and sensor integration . You'll be hands-on in writing and optimizing low-level code for bare-metal and RTOS environments , ensuring real-time performance and reliability. Beyond the code, you'll collaborate closely with hardware, RF, and system engineers to bring cutting-edge wireless sensing technologies to life, from BLE and LoRa to proprietary RF links and next-generation connectivity protocols. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, innovative environments - someone who loves solving complex technical challenges and pushing the limits of embedded design. You'll have the chance to shape breakthrough sensing products and see your work deployed in real-world, mission-critical applications. Key Qualifications: • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. • Strong background in embedded firmware development , including C/C++ , bare-metal , and RTOS environments. • Proven experience with embedded system design, this isfrom architecture to integration and testing. • Solid understanding of sensor technologies , signal processing, or hardware/software co-design. • Leadership experience in managing or mentoring engineering teams within a product-focused environment. • Excellent communication skills and a passion for technical excellence. 5V Tech are acting as an Employment Agency for the purposes of this job vacancy. We offer a reward scheme if you can recommend someone for this position, up to $250 for you and an additional $250 to a charity of your choice, 5V Tech are recognised talent solutions experts within IoT and Broadcast Technology, working across the US & EMEA.
02/02/2026
Full time
Embedded Firmware Engineer Location: Austin,TX (Hybrid working structure) Type: Full-Time (Must be U.S. citizen) Salary: Competitive based on relevant experience + Healthcare Plan (100% comp) Are you bored of working on spaghetti code? What about an opportunity to design and create firmware for brand new devices? A rapidly growing technology company at the forefront of next-generation sensing systems , this team designs and delivers state-of-the-art hardware and firmware solutions that capture, process, and interpret the physical world with extraordinary precision.Their innovations power cutting-edge applications across industrial, environmental, and connected device markets; really redefining the way sensors detect, measure, and communicate data across complex environments. The Role: As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer , you'll play a central role in developing the intelligent firmware that drives the company's advanced sensing platforms. You'll work across the full product lifecycle; from concept and architecture through to prototyping, testing, and deployment, building robust embedded solutions that integrate seamlessly with custom hardware. Your expertise will sit at the intersection of embedded firmware , wireless communication , and sensor integration . You'll be hands-on in writing and optimizing low-level code for bare-metal and RTOS environments , ensuring real-time performance and reliability. Beyond the code, you'll collaborate closely with hardware, RF, and system engineers to bring cutting-edge wireless sensing technologies to life, from BLE and LoRa to proprietary RF links and next-generation connectivity protocols. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in fast-paced, innovative environments - someone who loves solving complex technical challenges and pushing the limits of embedded design. You'll have the chance to shape breakthrough sensing products and see your work deployed in real-world, mission-critical applications. Key Qualifications: • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field. • Strong background in embedded firmware development , including C/C++ , bare-metal , and RTOS environments. • Proven experience with embedded system design, this isfrom architecture to integration and testing. • Solid understanding of sensor technologies , signal processing, or hardware/software co-design. • Leadership experience in managing or mentoring engineering teams within a product-focused environment. • Excellent communication skills and a passion for technical excellence. 5V Tech are acting as an Employment Agency for the purposes of this job vacancy. We offer a reward scheme if you can recommend someone for this position, up to $250 for you and an additional $250 to a charity of your choice, 5V Tech are recognised talent solutions experts within IoT and Broadcast Technology, working across the US & EMEA.