We are looking for a Senior Firmware Developer with strong expertise in testing and validation. In this role, you’ll be hands-on in developing firmware for embedded systems while also driving a more test-oriented culture within the team. Your work will directly improve product reliability and help shape how Natlink approaches quality in firmware development. Read more and apply today, as we will proceed in the process as soon as we find the right candidate.

Work tasks

You will play key role in shaping firmware testing practices in collaborative environment with innovation and ownership. Natlink offers growth opportunities in an evolving tech landscape. Your work tasks will include:

• Develop and maintain high-quality firmware for embedded systems
• Champion test-driven development and stronger testing practices
• Work closely with hardware, QA, and platform teams
• Improve development workflows, tooling, and test automation
• Deliver reliable firmware releases on schedule

This position offers a path for growth into a Team Lead role. We are therefore looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing into a leadership position over time.

We are looking for

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Firmware Developer in embedded systems
• Work experience as a Team Lead
• Strong background in testing, debugging, and validation
• Solid skills in C and embedded programming
• Understanding of microcontrollers, RTOS, and hardware–software integration
• Experience in wireless protocols (BLE, WIFI, LoRa, etc.)
• Familiarity with secure OTA updates
• Familiarity with test automation, CI/CD, and version control
• Fluent English skills
• Experience with IoT or low-power embedded systems

Following things are seen as an advantage:

• Background in QA/test process development.
• Cross-disciplinary experience (hardware, cloud, or mobile)
• Finnish language skills
• Experience in hunting domain

As a person you are:

• Open-minded and strong team player
• Receptive to support and feedback

Other information:

• Start: In November
• Work extent: Permanent contract with Academic Work
• Location: Finland, ability to travel to Oulu
• Contact information: This recruitment process is conducted by Academic Work. It is a request from Natlink that all questions regarding the position are handled by Academic Work. Our selection process is continuous, and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the screening or interview phase.

Our recruitment process

This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work.

Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process.

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