Senior IoT Hardware/Firmware Engineer
Kent - 2 days/week
Salary: up to £85,000
I have a new opportunity to join my growing client in the telecommunications / networking / connectivity sector, developing systems which enable their clients to access high-speed networking, cloud and IoT. They have projects for Blue Chip clients all over the world, so now is a really exciting time to join a well established, yet growing IoT organisation.
The role as Senior IoT Hardware/Firmware Engineer involves end-to-end design and development, including embedded firmware design and over-the-air (OTA) update capabilities. Ideally, you will possess strong expertise in Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), Real-Time Kinematic (RTK), Ultra-Wideband (UWB), WiFi, Bluetooth, Near Field Communication (NFC), and advanced power management.
Requirements:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years in hardware design and firmware for portable IoT devices.
- Experience with UWB, GNSS/RTK, WiFi, Bluetooth, and NFC system design.
- Expertise in Cellular IoT, peripheral management via I2C, SPI, UART, and STM32/M3 processors.
- Skilled in power management for low sleep current in battery-operated devices.
- Embedded firmware development in C++ with OTA and large-scale deployment experience.
- Familiarity with E-ink displays and audio integration (piezo, speakers, BT) is a bonus.
- Proficient in hardware design tools like Altium Designer, KiCad, and Cadence.
- Strong C++ programming with embedded development experience (Keil, IAR).
- Deep knowledge of geolocation/IoT communication protocols, including AT commands and I2C.
- Cellular technology and real-time data communication knowledge.
- Understanding of radio technology coexistence in portable devices.
- Experience in rapid prototyping and hardware testing.
- Knowledge of IoT regulatory standards and certification.
- Familiar with sensor integration and data acquisition.
- Experience in agile development and potential RTOS use.
If you have strong experience with the skill set above, and the role looks like a great fit, then please send your updated CV to .
Role: Senior IoT Hardware/Firmware Engineer
Location: Kent - 2 days/week
Salary: up to £85,000
In Technology Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.