Company: VJ Tech Limited/Controls Spa (“VJ Tech”, “Controls”, or “Company”)

Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Reports to: R&D Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, independent, and motivated Firmware Engineer to join our team. This position will be responsible for creating and improving embedded software systems used within precision materials testing equipment primarily focused within the construction and infrastructure markets. The Firmware Engineer will report to the R&D Manager and will require occasional travel on site to our manufacturing facility in Milan, Italy. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience successfully implementing firmware on industrial machinery, be proficient in C or C++ and have a strong understanding of microcontrollers and experience with real time operating systems. The candidate’s base will be in Reading UK with expectations to travel to Control’s facility in Milan, Italy when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Work with hardware and other engineering staff to evaluate and document the interface requirements between hardware/firmware/software
Develop design verification documents
Design, implement, and debug firmware for embedded systems in C/C++
Perform testing and validation of embedded firmware to ensure reliability and stability
Optimize code for performance, power efficiency, and memory usage
Assess third party and open-source software
Assist hardware engineers in developing schematics to optimize product performance
Provide postproduction support when necessary

Experience, Skills and Education

BS Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Software Engineering with 10+ years’ work experience from a relevant area
Proficiency with C and C++ required with extensive experience in automation and closed loop industrial control
Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture and hardware interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, CAN etc.).
Strong knowledge of ST family microcontrollers (e.g. STM32H7) and real-time operating systems (RTOS).
IAR and/or KEIL µVision development environment(s)
Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing (e.g. FIR, IIR filters)
Knowledge of TCP/IP, network programming preferred
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Embedded Linux based knowledge is a plus
Basic electronics troubleshooting abilities (debugging and problem-solving skills, including using tools like oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers).
Experience with wireless communication protocols (Bluetooth, WiFi, 4G, etc.).
Experience or coursework with automated testing frameworks is a plus
Experience with firmware development of modern GUI for embedded applications
Detail oriented, thorough, and ability to maintain and enforce strict revision control and change documentation.

Compensation

Base salary, depending on candidate experience
21 days holiday plus the UK statutory and bank holidays
Medical and dental benefits
Life insurance benefits (entry is immediate upon completion of 3 months’ service)
Pension fund – company contributions 3%

Company Background

VJ Tech has been successfully manufacturing and supplying high quality, advanced and innovative laboratory test equipment to the construction and geotechnical industries since 1991. From universities where our instruments provide testing for post-graduate research, to multinational construction companies involved in large projects, our equipment provides the solutions to a diverse range of requirements. For more information, please visit .

Controls is a market leader in the construction materials testing industry. Headquartered in Milan, Italy with five international branch offices, over 100 distributors worldwide and a dedicated team of highly experienced and knowledgeable specialists, we offer the largest and most capable technical sales and support network in the industry. For more information, please visit

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