Freelance Embedded / Firmware Software Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our global R&D team, supporting U.S. product development while collaborating with our Italy-based engineering group. This role focuses on firmware development for electro-mechanical systems, with exposure to hardware integration as part of the overall product development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for microcontroller-based systems
• Analyze technical specifications and translate them into functional software solutions
• Collaborate with hardware, mechanical, and manufacturing teams
• Support diagnostics development and product testing
• Maintain and update firmware for existing products
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards and internal procedures

Required Qualifications

• Experience with C programming, embedded or related experience preferred
• Basic understanding of microcontrollers or low-level programming concepts
• Ability to analyze technical requirements and develop software solutions
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with embedded systems or firmware development
• Familiarity with communication protocols: SPI, I2C, RS485, CANbus
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
• Experience with development tools: Keil, MPLab, or similar