Embedded Firmware Engineer

📋 Description

• Write well structured, testable, efficient and maintainable software for Octopus’ connected devices
• Work within a dedicated cross-functional team on key products for our customers or our internal
• Take ownership of our IoT products and features, ensuring delivery of high quality code that is
• Manage tickets and development efforts with the hardware and software teams
• Work closely with other customer facing and software teams to investigate and resolve bugs and
• Participate in code reviews and ensure code is meets a high standard

🎯 Requirements

• Proficiency in C for real-time operation on highly constrained microcontrollers and custom hardware
• Hands-on experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS), such as FreeRTOS
• Fluency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and version control using Git
• Ability to read schematics and data sheets for hardware and software debugging
• Practical knowledge of common serial protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART, RS232, Modbus) and networking
• Familiarity with IoT security technologies, such as secure boot, encrypted flash, TLS, and public

🎁 Benefits

• Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's
• Unique culture: an organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Named UK's top
• Rewarded with perks you actually care about - visit our UK perks hub (Octopus Employee Benefits).
• Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we’ll always do our best to flex around what works for
• Need specific accommodations? Let us know, and we'll customise your interview process for comfort