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Job title:  Firmware Engineer

Location: Southern Suburbs of Cape Town
Job Description:

We are looking for a skilled Firmware / Hardware Engineer to join our client’s engineering team.

This role involves designing, developing and testing embedded firmware and/or hardware systems that power our innovative products.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in embedded systems, a passion for hardware design, and enjoy working across the full product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities: 

Firmware Engineering:

  • Design, develop and maintain embedded firmware in C/C++ or other relevant languages.
  • Implement drivers, communication protocols and application logic for microcontrollers.
  • Optimise code for performance, reliability and low power consumption.
  • Debug and troubleshoot firmware issues using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analysers and debuggers.
  • Collaborate with the software team for system integration and testing.

Hardware Engineering:

  • Design and develop digital and analog circuits for embedded systems.
  • Select components, create schematics, and collaborate on PCB layout.
  • Work with the manufacturing team on prototypes and production hardware builds.
  • Perform hardware validation and compliance testing.
  • Ensure system-level performance and reliability through simulations and testing.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • B Eng degree in Electronic or Computer Engineering or equivalent.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming.
  • Experience with microcontrollers (e.g. STM32, ESP32 etc).
  • Solid understanding of electronics fundamentals and hardware design.
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g. KiCad etc).
  • Hands-on experience with lab tools (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers etc).
  • Knowledge of RTOS, bootloaders, wireless protocols.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Effective communication across cross-functional teams.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
IMPORTANT INFO:  

  • This role is exclusively open to South African citizens in accordance with the client’s requirements.
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  • Successful candidates will be notified within 14 days of application.
  • Let’s Recruit reserves the right to withdraw or modify this vacancy at any time without notice.
To apply, send your detailed CV to nadia@letsrecruit.co.za

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