Firmware Developer | Firmwareentwickler (m/w/d)

FERCHAU GmbH Niederlassung Karlsruhe City

Karlsruhe, Baden, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Mar 27, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

As a Firmware Developer at FERCHAU, you will be responsible for the end-to-end development and implementation of firmware for embedded systems and microcontrollers. Your daily activities involve designing hardware-near code for sensors, actuators, and communication modules, alongside implementing essential drivers and protocols such as SPI, I2C, and CAN. You will work in close collaboration with cross-functional hardware and software teams to integrate firmware into complex systems, ensuring high performance through code reviews, unit testing, and rigorous error diagnosis. The role is highly technical, requiring a focus on quality standards like ISO 26262 or IEC 61508. This position is particularly attractive due to its flexible working hours, comprehensive professional development opportunities, and a supportive benefits package including childcare subsidies and company pension schemes, making it ideal for both entry-level and experienced professionals looking to advance technology.

Required Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

  • Professional experience in firmware development and microcontroller programming
  • Proven experience in hardware-near coding for sensors and actuators
  • Experience with embedded development environments and toolchains
  • Experience with communication protocols and bus systems integration
  • Experience with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and multitasking environments is preferred
  • Experience in error diagnosis and software optimization within embedded environments

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Knowledge of quality standards and norms such as IEC 61508 or ISO 26262 is required. Reference number: VA23-21156-KA.