Electronics Engineer

Department
Technical
Responsible to
Head of Product
Package
Competitive
Employment type
Full-time
Job location
Eastbourne, East Sussex

We are seeking a skilled Firmware Engineer with a strong background in embedded C programming and PCB design to join our team. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for developing and maintaining firmware for electronic locking and access control products. Additionally, you will utilise your PCB design abilities to contribute to the hardware development process. The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating innovative solutions and a keen eye for detail. 

Responsibilities: 

  1. Develop and maintain firmware for electronic locking and access control products.
  2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define firmware requirements and specifications.
  3. Design, implement, and test embedded C code for microcontroller-based systems.
  4. Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to coding standards.
  5. Troubleshoot and debug firmware issues throughout the development lifecycle.
  6. Utilise version control systems to manage firmware codebase.
  7. Design PCB layouts for electronic circuits, considering factors such as component placement, signal integrity, and manufacturability.
  8. Work closely with hardware engineers to integrate firmware with PCB designs and ensure compatibility.
  9. Perform hardware and firmware integration testing to validate system functionality.
  10. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in firmware development and PCB design. 

Requirements: 

  1. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related equivalent experience.
  2. Proven experience in embedded systems development using C/C++ programming languages.
  3. Strong understanding of microcontroller architectures and peripherals.
  4. Proficiency in PCB design software.
  5. Familiarity with schematic capture and PCB layout techniques.
  6. Experience with communication protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, and Ethernet.
  7. Knowledge of security principles and encryption algorithms is a plus.
  8. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  9. Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  10. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic locking and access control products while leveraging both firmware development and PCB design skills. If you are passionate about technology and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we encourage you to apply.

 

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