Embedded Firmware Engineer

Your missionWe are seeking a passionate, driven, and respectful Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our dynamic R&D team. In this role, you will:Design, develop, and maintain the embedded firmware for our cutting-edge indoor inspection drone solutions.Conduct feasibility studies for firmware development, maintenance, and continuous improvement.Optimize real-time, bare-metal, and embedded Linux applications for performance, maintainability, and quality.Develop and test sensor drivers, low-level libraries, and RTOS-based solutions.Implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines to ensure robustness and reliability.Collaborate with the Robotics and Production teams to ensure seamless integration, industrialisation, and deployment of firmware.Document processes, designs, and test specifications to maintain high standards.Contribute to a collaborative, solution-oriented, and customer-focused work culture.Your profileProven track record (5+ years) in C/C++ embedded firmware development for ARM platforms.Expertise in:Embedded Linux development and kernel customisation.Design and profiling of real-time, bare-metal applications.STM32 MCU programming, low-level libraries, and RTOS (e.g., NuttX, FreeRTOS).Sensor driver development and hardware-software integration.MCU programming tools (e.g., STM32CubeIDE, Keil, IAR, J-Link, OpenOCD).Experience with:Automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.Debugging, troubleshooting, and modifying embedded systems.Drone, robotics, or UAV systems (strongly preferred).Quality-focused mindset with rigorous work organisation and attention to detail.Strong communication skills in English (required); French is a plus.Team player with a collaborative, respectful, and solution-oriented approach.Rust programming for embedded systems (a significant plus).Knowledge of electronic engineering principles (nice to have).Personal AttributesAutonomous, reliable, and self-motivated with a passion for technology and innovation.Rigorous and detail-oriented, striving for excellence in every task.Enjoy working in a fast-paced, start-up environment with a focus on impactful projects.Why us?Evolution in a dynamic, fast-growing and exciting environment.Have measurable impact in the innovative projects that matter, where drones a built for good. Work with passionate, talented and committed teammates in a reasonably sized team.Be part of a recognised robotics company, Swiss scale-up. Consecutively rewarded as Swiss Top 100 Start-up and no 1 robotics start-up company 23/24Ensure your growth and profit from continuous trainingBe part of where humans are important!Modern offices in a compound of buildings full of start-ups. A team-elected Chief Happiness Officer, making sure the shelves are always loaded with fruits, juices and cakes.Weekly Flybotix only fitness session by a professional coach.Access to personal benefits platform.Onsite restaurants/cafeteria and vending machines.About usWelcome to Flybotix, where innovation meets safety and efficiency. We believe that indoor inspections should be safe and cost-effective. We're dedicated to minimizing human exposure to hazardous environments while boosting efficiency. With our ASIO drone and software, we've transformed confined space inspections. ASIO allows for over 20 minutes of visual inspection in the field, keeping humans out of harm's way. We've doubled the flight time compared to our closest competitor, replacing complex helicopter mechanisms with innovative technology. We serve a range of industries globally, including sewer management, hydro power plants, oil & gas, maritime, and chemical plants. Our ASIO drone offers unmatched flight time, making your inspections efficient and reliable. Join us in revolutionizing the future of industrial inspections, prioritizing safety and efficiency!We are a passionate, ambitious, and respectful team, where our impact counts. We work hard and know each other beyond first names. We create and succeed whilst working mostly in our office based close to Lausanne. We grow and look forward to having more amazing people!