Firmware Engineer — Fire & Life Safety (Embedded, C/C++)

Kidde Global Solutions; Herne Bay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in fire safety is seeking a Firmware Engineer in Herne Bay, Kent. You will work on developing firmware and software architecture for various fire alarm products. The ideal candidate should have a university degree in Software Development and a minimum of 2 years of professional experience, preferably with hands-on C/C++ programming and microcontroller knowledge. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including 25 annual leave days and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Defined Contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

Access to health & wellbeing resources

Bravo Awards for outstanding contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience required.
• Hands-on experience with C/C++ programming preferred.
• Ability to read and understand electronic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware and software architecture for embedded systems.
• Collaborate closely with analysts, test engineers, and hardware engineers.
• Design and implement software according to defined requirements.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Microcontrollers

Analytical skills

English proficiency

Education

University degree in Software Development or related field

Tools

GDB

Job description

A global technology leader in fire safety is seeking a Firmware Engineer in Herne Bay, Kent. You will work on developing firmware and software architecture for various fire alarm products. The ideal candidate should have a university degree in Software Development and a minimum of 2 years of professional experience, preferably with hands-on C/C++ programming and microcontroller knowledge. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including 25 annual leave days and a pension scheme.