Firmware Engineer

Join us today and make a difference in people's livesFirmware Engineer (m / f / d)Position SummaryWe are looking for a passionate and skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our team developing software for Heart-Lung Machines and other safety-critical medical devices.In this role, you will design, implement, and test low-level embedded firmware for microcontroller-based systems, working closely with hardware and software teams to ensure IEC ***** Class C compliance.Reporting to the Lead, Embedded Firmware Engineering, you will contribute to the delivery of robust and reliable firmware for life-saving technologies.General ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and maintain firmware for microcontroller-based medical devices, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standardsWork with RTOS-based systems, focusing on real-time performance, reliability, and efficient resource usageCollaborate with architects, test engineers, and system engineers to define interfaces, hardware abstraction layers, and low-level driversParticipate in code reviews, design reviews, and risk assessments to ensure high code quality and adherence to design constraintsApply unit testing, static code analysis, and other industry best practices for safety-critical softwareSupport integration testing, debugging, and root cause analysis of issues arising in system-level testing (e.g., HIL/SIL)Develop and maintain technical documentation, including software design, implementation details, and traceability to requirementsContribute to continuous improvement of development processes, toolchains, and testing frameworksSkills and ExperiencesBachelor's or Master's degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related fieldSome years of experience in embedded firmware development, preferably in medical or other regulated industriesExperience in developing firmware for microcontrollers (e.g., STM32, NXP, Renesas) in a real-time environmentKnowledge of regulatory and quality requirements for medical device development is an advantageStrong programming skills in C/C++, with experience in real-time embedded firmware developmentFamiliarity with RTOS platforms (e.g., Keil FuSa RTX, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or similar)Experience with low-level hardware interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, ADC/DAC, PWM, GPIO)Knowledge of software development for safety-critical systems, preferably in compliance with IEC *****, ISO *****, and ISO *****Experience with unit testing, static analysis tools (e.g., Polyspace, Vectorcast, Cppcheck, PC-lint, Coverity), and code coverage analysisFamiliarity with version control (e.g., Git), issue tracking, and CI/CD pipelines for embedded projectsUnderstanding of CAN protocols, digital I/O, and embedded debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG/SWD)Basic knowledge of hardware schematics and datasheets is a plusStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsGood communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teamsProactive, detail-oriented, and committed to producing high-quality and maintainable codeComfortable working in a regulated environment with structured development processesOccasional travel may be requiredWhat we can offer youIn addition to providing you with a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment where you will feel empowered to take ownership and drive meaningful change, we will reward you with the following :A dynamic role in an advanced Medical Device environment interfacing with all worldwide regulatory landscapes supporting your professional career growthExposure to a State-of-the-Art medical device development process, in close co-operation with international cliniciansCompetitive base salaryVariable short-term & long-term incentivesRecognition: through our STARS Program, we recognize and celebrate our colleagues' contributions and achievementsIf you like the sound of the above and feel energized by the idea of joining a great brand at a moment of exciting expansion, please apply now.We look forward to hearing from youValuing different backgrounds :LivaNova values equality and diversity.We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination.Our selection process is driven by the key demands / requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate's sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.Notice to third party agencies :Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee.In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed 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