Staff Firmware Engineer

Would you like to take on a role in shaping the future of the Nordic Developer Academy, developing advanced embedded firmware based on Zephyr?

About the job

It is an exciting time to join Nordic Semiconductor as we continue to build upon our successful history of wireless innovation. As a Staff Firmware Engineer, you will be a key player in our highly skilled and collaborative Product Marketing team. You’ll have the freedom and autonomy to manage your clear responsibilities. Product Marketing’s focus is on increasing the adoption of our solutions through strategic marketing activities, for example through teaching developers how to develop wireless products with our ICs, SDK, and tools.

We are seeking a self-reliant and structured firmware engineer with proven track record in developing advanced embedded firmware based on Zephyr. This role offers the chance to be part of our Nordic Developer Academy journey, which has seen nearly 10,000 developers sign up in less than two years and we’re proud to have achieved an average course rating of 9 out of 10. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a platform that’s making a significant impact.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the firmware utilized in the hands-on exercises within the online courses.
• Create and maintain the step-by-step instructions in the hands-on exercises within the online courses.
• Manage CI/CD test and validation for DevAcademy’s GitHub repositories.
• Develop demos and embedded projects that highlight the features and capabilities of our products.
• Stay up to date on upcoming changes to Zephyr, the nRF Connect SDK, industry trends, and advancements in firmware development.

Qualification and skills

• BS/MSC in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Cybernetics, Computer Science, Communication Technology, or related discipline.
• Several years of designing and developing embedded firmware solutions for wireless products.
• Strong experience with the Zephyr RTOS, git and CI/CD for embedded.
• Advanced proficiency in C/C++ programming.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Personal Skills

We are looking for a team-oriented colleague with good cross-functional collaboration skills and the ability to work autonomously. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. You should have strong problem-solving and analytical skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A proactive approach is essential, as the role involves taking initiative and leading projects from inception to delivery.

Working for Nordic

Working at Nordic, you will be inspired and supported to develop yourself. Our teams enjoy a professional and informal working environment. We value and encourage the continuous development of skills and expertise to the highest levels. We are proud of our Norwegian heritage, our highly skilled international workforce, and our world-leading innovation.

We offer a variety of tasks and projects, and the possibility to work alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts within their field. We encourage our employees to question the established and innovate while expecting professionalism, commitment, and the will to learn.

Benefits

Competitive salary with short- and long-term incentive plan
Flexible working hours
Medical insurance
Family-friendly policies, insurances, and benefits

Practical details

Location: Close to one of our offices in Europe
Some travel can be a part of the position

For more information, please contact Product Marketing Director, Petter Myhre at petter.myhre@nordicsemi.no

Application link

https://careers.nordicsemi.com/jobs/4749299-staff-firmware-engineer

Please note that this position might be subject to a background check.