Embedded Firmware Engineer

1 day ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom HFBAC Full time £80,000 - £108,000 per year

Ready to work on cutting-edge robotics hardware that's solving real-world problems?

Looking for a focused 6-month project where you can make an immediate impact?

Want to hit the ground running with an experienced robotics team in London?

The Opportunity

I'm partnering with a world-leading robotics company based in North London to find an experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer for an exciting 6-month project. You'll be joining a small, highly skilled engineering team working on advanced robotic systems for a major international client.

This is a hands-on role where you'll work with hardware daily, collaborate directly with senior engineers, and have the autonomy to drive solutions forward.

What You'll Be Doing

Designing and developing firmware for embedded systems within robotic platforms

Working closely with electronics and mechanical engineers to integrate firmware with hardware

Debugging and optimising code for motor control, sensors, and communication interfaces

Contributing to a high-profile project with an important international partner

Documenting your work clearly for handover and future development

What You'll Bring

Strong C and C++ programming skills in embedded environments

Experience with microcontroller architectures and hardware-software integration

Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN)

Python scripting ability for testing and automation

Several years of commercial embedded/firmware experience – you're confident working independently

The ability to be in the London office daily to work with the hardware

Nice to have: RTOS experience, robotics background, motor control systems

What's In It For You

Work on genuinely innovative robotics technology

Collaborate with a talented, international team of engineers

Hands-on access to cutting-edge hardware every day

Competitive day rate via PAYE, potential for extension of 1-2 months

 

Embedded Firmware Engineer (Fixed Term - 6 Months)

6-Month Contract | PAYE | London Office | £75,000 - £90,000 pro-rata

Timeline: Interviews before Christmas preferable with January 2026 start date

Ready to Apply?

Apply or please send your CV to Helen at HFBAC and let's have a conversation about whether this is the right fit for you.

Please note: This role requires you to be based in or easily commute to North London. We cannot offer visa sponsorship for this position.

This is not suitable for recent graduates – we need someone who can hit the ground running.

Fellow Recruiters: PSL enquiries only via Helen at HFBAC/TalentJet Group; speculative agency contact will not receive a response and be sent to HFBAC.

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