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Senior embedded Systems Engineer

OQ TECHNOLOGY

OQ TECHNOLOGY

Software Engineering
Luxembourg
Posted on Aug 20, 2025

Aug 19, 2025

Senior embedded Systems Engineer

Senior embedded Systems Engineer

We are seeking a Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to take ownership of the technical development of our user equipment. This is a hands-on role where you will be the primary design and code owner, responsible for both PCB design in Altium and embedded software development. You will ensure seamless hardware-firmware integration while producing clear, high-quality documentation to support product development, validation, and long-term maintainability.

Job Location

LUXEMBOURG

Starting date

August 2025

Job Type

UNLIMITED

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own the embedded design and implementation of user equipment products, from concept through production.
  • Design and validate PCBs, including schematic capture, layout review, and bring-up.
  • Develop and maintain low-level firmware, device drivers, and embedded applications in C and C++.
  • Work extensively with FreeRTOS for task management, scheduling, and real-time performance.
  • Design and optimize for low-power embedded systems to meet energy efficiency requirements.
  • Integrate communication interfaces and protocols.
  • Use GitLab for version control, code reviews, and release management.
  • Produce and maintain clear technical documentation covering hardware and firmware designs, processes, and system integration.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Telecom, Core Network) to ensure end-to-end integration.
  • Debug and optimize system performance at both hardware and firmware levels.
  • Ensure designs meet quality, reliability, and manufacturability requirements.

Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in embedded systems development.
  • Strong proficiency in C and C++ for embedded platforms, with object-oriented programming expertise.
  • Proficiency with FreeRTOS and real-time embedded systems.
  • Proven experience in PCB design and hardware bring-up using Altium Designer.
  • Hands-on experience with version control systems, specifically GitLab.
  • Experience in low-power embedded system design.
  • Strong skills in low-level firmware and driver development.
  • Demonstrated ability to produce clear, maintainable documentation.
  • Interest in satellite communications and telecom systems.

Nice-to-Have:

  • Experience with modem integration, RF front-ends, or 5G communication protocols.
  • Background in designing rugged or outdoor hardware systems.