Firmware Engineer

Job Title: Firmware Engineer
Location: Fully Remote
Rate: £50-60 an hour
Contract length: 6 months
Outside IR35



Role Overview:

Join an innovative team developing cutting-edge wearable technology for real-time performance tracking. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and optimising embedded firmware for devices that deliver precise and reliable performance in demanding environments.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain firmware for wearable tracking devices.

  • Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate and test systems.

  • Optimize firmware for power efficiency and high performance.

  • Work with communication protocols (e.g., BLE, Wi-Fi) for data transfer.

  • Debug, profile, and test firmware using industry-standard tools.



Essential Skills:

  • Proficiency in C/C++ for embedded systems.

  • Experience with microcontrollers and peripheral programming (SPI, I2C, UART).

  • Knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS) or bare-metal programming.

  • Familiarity with wireless communication protocols (e.g., BLE, Wi-Fi).

  • Experience on a wearable device project


Desirable Skills:

  • Low-power firmware design for wearables.

  • Experience with sensor data processing and fusion.

  • Background in sports technology or real-time systems.

Company
Vantage Consulting
Location
Nationwide, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Contract
Salary
£50 - £60/hour
Posted
Company
Vantage Consulting
Location
Nationwide, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options
Employment Type
Contract
Salary
£50 - £60/hour
Posted