Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Job title

–Firmware Engineer

Work Experience

– 2 Years

About SILMATES : Job Overview :

We are looking for a

Firmware Engineer

who has around 2 years of hands-on expertise in embedded systems development. The candidate should be capable of working on firmware design, development, and debugging, along with developing user interfaces using Qt (C++ / QML) for embedded platforms. This is a great opportunity for a junior engineer eager to expand skills in firmware and cross-platform UI development.

Key Responsibilities :

Design, develop, and test firmware for embedded systems.

Develop and maintain

Qt-based applications (C++ / QML)

for embedded devices.

Work with hardware teams to integrate and validate system functionality.

Debug and optimize firmware for performance, reliability, and efficiency.

Implement communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, etc.).

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (hardware, software, and UI / UX) to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Document designs, development processes, and testing procedures.

Stay updated with advancements in embedded systems, firmware, and Qt frameworks.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Strong programming skills in

C / C++

for embedded systems.

Hands-on experience with

Qt (QML / C++)

for UI development.

Familiarity with microcontrollers, SoCs, and RTOS environments.

Experience with communication protocols like I2C, SPI, UART, CAN, etc.

Basic understanding of hardware schematics and debugging tools (oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.).

Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team.

Nice-to-Have Skills :

Experience with ARM Cortex-M or similar microcontrollers.

Exposure to Linux-based embedded systems.

Knowledge of Git / version control and Agile methodologies.

Familiarity with low-power firmware design.

Interest in cross-platform application development beyond embedded.

Experience with CMake for build system management.

Knowledge of Unit Testing frameworks.

Basic Knowledge of multi-Threading Programming Concepts.

Familiar with optimization and analysis tools such as Clang-Tidy, memory analyzers (Valgrind) and QML Profiler.