Tractive
Embedded Firmware Engineer - GPS / GNSS
TractiveAustria4 days ago
Full-timeEngineering

Your territory

As part of our Firmware team, you will:


  • Develop world-class embedded firmware that powers millions of GPS trackers and keeps pets safe every day
  • Focus on GNSS technologies such as GPS, Galileo and BeiDou to deliver accurate, reliable tracking and great battery life
  • Take end-to-end responsibility for features - from complex concept development to seamless real-world performance
  • Partner with our in-house Architects to prepare and implement new firmware features
  • Collaborate closely with Backend, Tech Support, and QA teams, while independently driving your projects forward
  • Analyze GNSS / GPS performance in real-world scenarios and translate insights into firmware optimizations and new features
  • Participate in retrospectives and continuously improve our development processes
  • Bring in your fresh ideas to make Tractive better - you’ll never hear the phrase “...because that’s how we’ve always done things”
  • Continuously grow personally and professionally, take ownership of areas that show your potential, and attend workshops which help you get to the next level


Your profile

Key requirements:


  • 4+ years of hands-on experience in embedded firmware development
  • Deep understanding of GNSS principles, protocols, and standards
  • Hands-on experience with GNSS chipsets and modules
  • Experience with version control tools and best practices like Clean Code and Unit Testing
  • Track record in larger firmware projects, ideally within SCRUM-based, cross-functional teams
  • Very good English skills


Does this sound like you?


  • A self-starter with a hands-on mentality and a passion for hardware, embedded systems and wireless technologies
  • Analytical, hands-on, and ready to take action
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, innovative environment where priorities can change and new ideas are welcome
  • Happy to share knowledge, give feedback and help others grow
  • Excited to work in Austria alongside an outstanding international team

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