Senior Firmware Engineer

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Ware, East Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, England
Hybrid
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
We help people be their best in the moments that matter.
The Role
Design and implement embedded software for microcontrollers, focusing on performance and reliability, collaborating with hardware engineers and debugging systems.
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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.


Department Overview
The Specialty Camera Engineering team based in Ware, UK is responsible for developing cameras for long range surveillance applications, such as border or coastal security. The products are aimed at public and commercial safety. The team is responsible for the development of the complete products, including hardware, firmware and mechanics and takes care of the whole development life-cycle that includes development, testing and maintenance of the systems we build.
Job Description

Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement (office located in Ware).

Core Technical Proficiencies:

  • Programming Languages:  C/C++.

  • Processors: Microchip (PIC32), ARM

  • Operating Systems: Bare metal, RTOS

  • Networking: Knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP and UDP.

  • Protocol: Experience with SPI, I2C, CANbus and other embedded interfaces.

  • Other: Experience with stepper and BLDC motors, DC Power Supplies, sensors

  • Version Control: Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows.

  • Documentation: Ability to create design documents on software architecture and algorithms.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and implement embedded software for bare-metal systems, focusing on performance, reliability, and resource efficiency.

  • Develop, test, and debug low-level device drivers, peripheral interfaces, and communication protocols directly on microcontrollers or microprocessors.

  • Collaborate with hardware engineers to define software/hardware integration requirements and support board bring-up, hardware validation, and troubleshooting.

  • Write efficient and maintainable code in C/C++ (and assembly as needed) for microcontrollers, memory-constrained, and real-time systems.

  • Utilize oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, JTAG, and other debugging tools to analyze and resolve hardware/software integration issues.

  • Develop and execute unit, integration, and system-level tests to verify correct operation and performance of embedded firmware.

  • Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and design guidelines for bare-metal environments.

  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of software architecture, interfaces, and procedures for future maintenance and scalability.

  • Analyze and optimize system performance, power consumption, and memory utilization.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, identify technical risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality embedded solutions


Basic Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electronics, or Electrical Engineering.

  • Hands on experience in embedded systems development.

  • Solid understanding of embedded systems design, including C/C++ memory management, microprocessor architectures, instruction efficiency, and I/O timing.

  • Proficient with debugging tools and techniques for embedded systems.

  • Demonstrated ability to identify and improve low-level system performance issues using strong problem-solving skills.

  • Experience with scripting languages and building systems.

  • Adherence to established development processes for all design and implementation activities.

  • Experience collaborating with Quality Assurance teams to identify test cases for new features and areas for regression testing.

  • Hands-on experience working with hardware engineers on board bring-up, and debugging using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, or JTAG.

  • Experience reviewing peers’ code for adherence to coding standards and design guidelines.

  • Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

  • Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement (office located in Ware).

Advantageous Skills and Knowledge:

  • Programming Languages: Python scripting for test automation, data analysis, or rapid prototyping.

  • Processors:  ARM

  • Robotics Control: Experience or strong interest in robotic control programming is a significant plus.

  • DevOps & CI/CD: Familiarity with automated testing, continuous integration pipelines.

  • Proficiency in reading schematics.

Personal Attributes:

  • Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to tackle complex technical challenges.

  • Collaboration: Effective team player comfortable with cross-functional collaboration with HW and Software teams.

  • Adaptability: Readiness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving project requirements.

  • Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.

In return for your expertise, we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way. Also, to reward your hard work you’ll get:

  • Competitive salary and bonus schemes.

  • Two weeks additional pay per year (holiday bonus).

  • 25 days holiday entitlement + bank holidays.

  • Attractive defined contribution pension scheme.

  • Employee stock purchase plan.

  • Flexible working options.

  • Private medical care.

  • Life assurance.  

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.

  • Career development support and wide ranging learning opportunities.

  • Employee health and wellbeing support EAP, wellbeing guidance etc.

  • Carbon neutral initiatives/goals.

  • Corporate social responsibility initiatives including support for volunteering days.

  • Well known companies discount scheme.

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Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced

Referral Payment PlanYes

CompanyMotorola Solutions UK Limited

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

Top Skills

Arm
Bare Metal
C/C++
Canbus
Git
I2C
Microchip (Pic32)
Rtos
Spi
Tcp
Udp

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
23,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1928

What We Do

About Motorola Solutions | Solving for safer

Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do at Motorola Solutions. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations.

Why Work With Us

We are a global family of driven, dynamic people who inspire and support everyone around us to be the best version of themselves. We embrace a “people first” philosophy – and are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of caring and inclusiveness. Are you ready to join our team and be a part of a close-knit community in a big company?

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

We believe that the next big idea can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time. That’s why we offer office-based, hybrid and remote working models, where Motorolans can do their best work wherever they work best.

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