Embedded Software Engineer (Robotics)
Remote PL | Wrocław | Poland | Engineering – Firmware
About the Opportunity
We are a recruiting agency partnering with a leading smart home security company to find a Senior Embedded Software Engineer for an exciting robotics project. Our client is developing a new mobile security device equipped with cameras and motion detection, capable of autonomous movement and app-based control. The hardware platform is already in place, and the firmware team in Ukraine and Poland is now building the embedded software layer for the product.
This is a strong opportunity to join a new product at an early stage, working closely with QA, Research, and Mobile teams in a mature agile environment with solid engineering practices, code reviews, and CI/CD.
What You Will Be Doing
Design, develop, and optimize embedded software in C and C++ (primarily C++17) for a next-generation robotic security device
Work across the embedded stack, from Linux BSP and low-level integration to ARM-based microcontrollers running RTOS
Develop and maintain firmware components using Buildroot, Yocto, and CMake
Debug and resolve complex software, hardware, and connectivity issues
Contribute to the development of new features for a greenfield robotics product
Optimize software performance for resource-constrained embedded environments
Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices
Collaborate with QA on test strategy and product quality improvements
Prepare and maintain technical documentation for software design, APIs, and troubleshooting
What We Are Looking For
5+ years of commercial experience in embedded software development
Strong commercial experience with C and C++ in low-level embedded environments
Hands-on experience with RTOS and embedded development for microcontroller-based systems
Commercial experience with Embedded Linux, including BSP, Buildroot, or Yocto
Solid Linux background and confidence working in Linux-based development environments
Strong understanding of multithreading, network programming, and multicore embedded systems
Good knowledge of hardware communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
Experience working close to hardware, including schematics and technical documentation
Proficiency with development tools such as Git, CMake, and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to work independently on complex engineering tasks and deliver production-ready solutions
English level B2+
Nice to Have
Experience with ROS or exposure to robotics-related systems
Familiarity with modern security protocols and encryption methods
Experience with Android OS internals
Python for scripting and automation
Experience using AI-assisted development tools
Interview Process
Recruiter screen
Technical interview
Management interview
What the Client Offers
Annual performance and loyalty bonus programs
Employment via Contract of Employment (UoP) under Polish labour law
B2B may be considered on a case-by-case basis for outstanding candidates
Paid vacation, public holidays, and medical leave in line with Polish regulations
Private medical insurance
Continuous growth and development opportunities: internal knowledge hubs, corporate courses, and free English classes
Fully remote work from anywhere in Poland