Embedded Software Engineer
Shift5Salary not specified
Full Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Security Technology, Embedded SystemsIndustries
Requirements
- At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable position in embedded development
- Solid programming skills in C and C++ for microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M or comparable)
- Experience with bare-metal firmware development and familiarity with RTOS concepts; ideally practical experience with Zephyr
- Connectivity: BLE and WLAN including protocols, stacks, and profile integration
- Development, build, and test expertise: CI/CD in embedded environments (build server, firmware signing, automated tests) as well as secure handling of debug tools (JTAG/SWD, trace, log analysis) and measurement/test equipment
- Embedded security: Secure Boot, encryption methods, key storage, secure OTA mechanisms
- Agile working and proven experience in interdisciplinary teams
- Good German skills; English skills for technical documentation and communication
Responsibilities
- Development and maintenance of embedded firmware in C/C++ for microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M) on bare-metal and RTOS level (preferably Zephyr)
- Development and integration of modern communication protocols (BLE)
- Implementation of cybersecurity measures for embedded systems (e.g., Secure Boot, encryption, secure OTA update mechanisms)
- Setup and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines for embedded projects (tooling, build automation, test automation)
- Collaboration in agile, interdisciplinary project teams (hardware, system architecture, QA, product management)
- Participation in architecture and design reviews, troubleshooting, and error analysis at system and integration level
- Creation of technical documentation, specifications, and security-relevant proofs
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience level is required for this Senior Firmware Developer role?
At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable position in embedded development is required.
What programming languages and technologies are essential for this position?
Solid programming skills in C and C++ for microcontrollers (ARM Cortex-M or similar), experience with Bare-Metal firmware development and RTOS concepts (ideally Zephyr), BLE connectivity, CI/CD in embedded environments, and embedded security measures like Secure Boot are required.
What does the company offer for professional growth and development?
They provide training and consulting offers, structured onboarding, practical training, access to language courses, Allegion Academy & LinkedIn Learning, and mentoring for development and career paths.
What is the work environment and team structure like?
You will work in agile, interdisciplinary project teams with hardware, system architecture, QA, and product management, in a highly innovative and safety-critical product environment with a team of over 550 employees emphasizing innovation, team spirit, and passion.
What language skills are needed for this role?
Good German skills are required; English skills for technical documentation and communication.
Is this a full-time position, and what about work-life balance?
This is a full-time position with offerings for work-life balance, including flexibility.
What is the salary or compensation for this role?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Allegion
Global provider of security solutions
About Allegion
Allegion provides security solutions that focus on securing doors and surrounding areas. Their product range includes mechanical locks, electronic access control systems, and biometric scanning devices, catering to various clients such as homeowners, businesses, and educational institutions. Allegion's products work by offering different methods of access control, from traditional keys to advanced technology that uses fingerprints or other biometric data for entry. What sets Allegion apart from competitors is their commitment to integrating new technologies into their security solutions while also adhering to environmental, social, and governance principles. The company's goal is to enhance safety and access for communities while driving innovation in the security industry.
Dublin, IrelandHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$1,000MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, CybersecurityIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees