Firmware Specialist Engineer

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Firmware SpecialistTechnology & Embedded Systems – Institute ItechFull-time positionHybrid work model (Milan, Italy – with international scope)Travel and meeting expenses will be reimbursed upon approvalAn NDA must be signedContinui a leggere per scoprire di cosa avrà bisogno per avere successo in questa posizione, incluse competenze, qualifiche ed esperienza.This position may evolve into Senior Firmware Specialist or Lead Embedded Systems Engineer, depending on performance and contribution to Institute Itech's technology infrastructure.About Institute Itech:Institute Itech is a private research, development and technological innovation institute based in Italy with an international vision. It was created to transform scientific knowledge, advanced engineering and emerging technologies into concrete solutions for the environment, health, data intelligence, artificial intelligence, urban systems and technological infrastructure.The company is built on a multidisciplinary vision structured around six pillars: Education, Technology, Social, Nature, Research and Urban. Through these areas, Institute Itech develops high-impact projects capable of improving quality of life, making cities more sustainable and creating new models of scientific, industrial and social progress.Its flagship projects include:Memoria™ – AI-based neuroimaging and cognitive data intelligenceOxyleaf™ – environmental monitoring and air quality technologiesTerra™ – advanced soil and ecological remediation systemsPolaris™ – strategic data infrastructure and positioning systemsBalloon™ – high-altitude sensing and urban climate platformsBiocity™ – integrated biourban planning and smart city ecosystemsAbout the Role:Institute Itech is seeking a technically solid and experienced Firmware Specialist to join its embedded systems team in a hybrid capacity between Milan and international project contexts. The role is transversal in nature: the candidate will contribute across multiple flagship projects, developing and maintaining firmware solutions with a significant degree of autonomy across the full embedded development stack — from low-level microcontroller programming to IoT connectivity, real-time system management, and hardware-software integration.The selected candidate will work alongside hardware designers, mechanical engineers, software developers, and project leads, taking ownership of embedded firmware workstreams and contributing to the design, development, and validation of systems that power Institute Itech's environmental sensing platforms, urban monitoring infrastructure, and advanced technology projects.This is an ideal opportunity for a mid-level firmware professional looking to deepen their expertise across a technically demanding and diverse project portfolio with meaningful real-world impact.Responsibilities:Firmware Development & Embedded ProgrammingDesign, develop,



and maintain firmware for microcontrollers and embedded processors (STM32, ESP32, ARM Cortex, or equivalent)Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in C and C++Implement and maintain device drivers, hardware abstraction layers (HAL), and Board Support Packages (BSPs)Lead the porting and adaptation of firmware across different hardware platforms and configurationsReal-Time Systems & Peripheral ManagementDevelop and manage real-time applications using RTOS platforms (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or equivalent)Ensure timing, scheduling, and interrupt management meet system-level performance requirementsIntegrate and configure peripherals including UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, ADC, and PWMDebug and resolve real-time behavioral issues across hardware and software boundariesIoT Connectivity & Sensor IntegrationImplement communication protocols for IoT-connected embedded devices (MQTT, BLE, LoRa, Wi-Fi, or equivalent)Develop firmware for sensor data acquisition, local processing, and wireless transmissionSupport the integration of embedded nodes with cloud platforms and backend data infrastructureContribute to the design of low-power embedded architectures for field-deployed systemsTesting, Debugging & ValidationDesign and execute firmware testing procedures including unit tests and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) validationUse debugging tools including JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to diagnose and resolve issuesDocument test results, bug reports, and firmware release notes in line with Institute Itech's engineering standardsSupport the transition of firmware from prototype to production-ready embedded systemsCross-Project Technical ContributionContribute embedded firmware expertise across projects including Balloon™, Oxyleaf™, Terra™, and Memoria™Participate in technical design reviews, architecture decisions, and cross-functional planning sessionsIdentify and communicate firmware-level risks and propose mitigation strategies in collaboration with project leadsMentor junior team members and support knowledge transfer within the embedded systems teamDocumentation & Knowledge SharingMaintain thorough technical documentation for all firmware development activitiesProduce firmware specifications, integration guides, and release documentationContribute to internal technical wikis and engineering knowledge basesRequirementsBachelor's or Master's degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems,



or a closely related discipline4–6 years of experience in firmware or embedded systems developmentStrong proficiency in C and C++ for embedded applicationsHands-on experience with microcontrollers and embedded processors (STM32, ESP32, ARM Cortex, or equivalent)Solid experience with RTOS platforms (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or equivalent)Solid knowledge of standard communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, BLE, LoRa, Wi-Fi, or equivalent)Experience with hardware debugging tools (JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)Proficiency in version control with GitFluent Italian (mandatory)Fluent English (mandatory)Systematic problem-solving approach, strong attention to detail, and a hands-on mindsetPreferred QualificationsExperience with low-power design techniques for battery-operated and field-deployed embedded systemsKnowledge of wireless communication stacks and RF system integrationFamiliarity with Linux-based embedded systems (Yocto, Buildroot, or equivalent)Experience supporting hardware bring-up and PCB validation processesBackground in environmental monitoring, aerospace, robotics, or urban technology applicationsKnowledge of functional safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 26262, or equivalent)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines applied to embedded firmware developmentBasic knowledge of Python for scripting, test automation, or data visualizationBenefits ProvidedMid-level role with significant autonomy and ownership across a technically diverse project portfolioDirect collaboration with hardware engineers, software developers, and multidisciplinary research teamsTransversal experience across multiple flagship projects spanning environmental sensing, urban intelligence, and advanced technology platformsGrowth path toward Senior Firmware Specialist or Lead Embedded Systems EngineerHybrid work model with exposure to international project contextsReimbursement of approved travel and project-related expensesCompensationAnnual Gross Salary: €45,000 - €50,000, in line with mid-level embedded systems profiles. Additional performance-based incentives may be provided based on project contribution and technical milestones achieved. xdwybme How to ApplyImportant: applications including a description of relevant firmware projects — including hardware platforms used, protocols implemented, and system complexity managed — will be given stronger consideration during the selection process.Please send:CVGitHub profile or code samples (strongly recommended)Cover Letter (mandatory) addressed to the WE2026 Selection Committee including:Your experience in firmware and embedded systems developmentHardware platforms, peripherals, RTOS environments, and communication protocols you have worked withYour motivation for joining Institute Itech and contributing to its embedded technology infrastructureApplication e-mail: Cover Letter e-mail:

Subject: WE2026 Job Application [IT010600] – Firmware Specialist – [Name Surname]

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