Senior Firmware Engineer AI projects

About the Company

System Electronics is a leading organization headquartered in Fiorano Modenese, Italy.

As a key player in the industrial electronics sector, we specialize in the design and production of electronics hardware solutions for a wide range of industrial sectors and manufacturers.

Our business portfolio encompasses a wide range of innovative solutions in EMS, industrial PC/HMI, I/O modules, industrial motion & control devices and AI hardware platforms.

We strive to continuously expand our offerings and enhance our capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

For more detailed information about System Electronics and its comprehensive business landscape, please visit www.systemelectronics.com.

System Electronics is part of Coesia, a group of innovation-based industrial and packaging solutions companies operating globally, headquartered in Bologna, Italy.

Coesia operates in 34 countries with 21 different companies and employs over 8,000 people as of 2026.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Firmware Engineer AI to join our team in fiorano Modenese . This role is ideal for a highly skilled professional with a strong interdisciplinary background in embedded systems, artificial intelligence, hardware integration, and product development.

You will be responsible for translating product requirements into scalable technological solutions, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency, and user experience. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including R&D, Product Management, and external partners.

Main Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for embedded systems with AI capabilities.
• Integrate drivers and manage device trees for embedded Linux platforms (Yocto, BSP).
• Oversee the lifecycle of electronic boards, including PCB revisions, production, and assembly versions.
• Develop and optimize AI pipelines for training and inference on embedded and edge devices.
• Collaborate with external partners for application development and technical consulting in edge AI/embedded domains.
• Manage documentation, BOMs, feasibility analysis, and technical manuals.
• Support customer interactions on technical and commercial topics.

What You Need to Be Successful

Must Have:

• Strong knowledge of ARM architectures (e.g., i.MX8, i.MX95) and NPU technologies (e.g., Hailo or SoC-integrated NPUs).
• Proficiency with industrial communication buses (MIPI, USB, Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I2C).
• Experience in reading electrical schematics and managing PCB lifecycle.
• Solid background in embedded Linux, BSP, and Yocto.
• Degree in a STEM field and 3+ years of experience in embedded electronics.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Should Have:

• Familiarity with version control tools and CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure boot mechanisms.
• Knowledge of AI development and training frameworks.
• Experience with image acquisition and processing frameworks.

Nice to Have:

• Hands-on approach and strong results orientation.
• Ability to manage technical-commercial discussions with clients.

Our Offer

Compensation for this role includes a base salary starting from EUR 44,400, in line with experience. The actual offer may exceed this minimum based on the candidate's qualifications and fit for the role.

A range of additional benefits (e.g., insurances, etc.) is also available in accordance with Company policy.

The applicable collective agreement is the CCNL Metalmeccanico.

Coesia is an equal opportunity employer and embraces diversity and inclusion.