pstrongFirmware Specialist /strong /ppstrongTechnology Embedded Systems – Institute Itech /strong /pulliFull-time position /liliHybrid work model (Milan, Italy – with international scope) /liliTravel and meeting expenses will be reimbursed upon approval /liliAn NDA must be signed /li /ulpbr / /ppThis position may evolve into Senior Firmware Specialist or Lead Embedded Systems Engineer, depending on performance and contribution to Institute Itech#39;s technology infrastructure. /ppbr / /ppstrongAbout Institute Itech: /strong /ppInstitute Itech is a private research, development and technological innovation institute based in Italy with an international vision. It was created to transform scientific knowledge, advanced engineering and emerging technologies into concrete solutions for the environment, health, data intelligence, artificial intelligence, urban systems and technological infrastructure. /ppThe company is built on a multidisciplinary vision structured around six pillars: Education, Technology, Social, Nature, Research and Urban. Through these areas, Institute Itech develops high-impact projects capable of improving quality of life, making cities more sustainable and creating new models of scientific, industrial and social progress. /ppbr / /ppstrongIts flagship projects include: /strong /pullistrongMemoria™ /strong – AI-based neuroimaging and cognitive data intelligence /lilistrongOxyleaf™ /strong – environmental monitoring and air quality technologies /lilistrongTerra™ /strong – advanced soil and ecological remediation systems /lilistrongPolaris™ /strong – strategic data infrastructure and positioning systems /lilistrongBalloon™ /strong – high-altitude sensing and urban climate platforms /lilistrongBiocity™ /strong – integrated biourban planning and smart city ecosystems /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongAbout the Role: /strong /ppstrongInstitute Itech is seeking a technically solid and experienced Firmware Specialist /strong to join its embedded systems team in a hybrid capacity between Milan and international project contexts. The role is transversal in nature: the candidate will contribute across multiple flagship projects, developing and maintaining firmware solutions with a significant degree of autonomy across the full embedded development stack — from low-level microcontroller programming to IoT connectivity, real-time system management, and hardware-software integration. /ppbr / /ppThe selected candidate will work alongside hardware designers, mechanical engineers, software developers, and project leads, taking ownership of embedded firmware workstreams and contributing to the design, development, and validation of systems that power Institute Itech#39;s environmental sensing platforms, urban monitoring infrastructure, and advanced technology projects. /ppThis is an ideal opportunity for a mid-level firmware professional looking to deepen their expertise across a technically demanding and diverse project portfolio with meaningful real-world impact. /ppbr / /ppstrongResponsibilities: /strong /ppemFirmware Development Embedded Programming /em /pulliDesign, develop, and maintain firmware for microcontrollers and embedded processors (STM32, ESP32, ARM Cortex, or equivalent) /liliWrite clean, efficient,



and well-documented code in strongC and C++ /strong /lilistrongImplement and maintain device drivers, hardware abstraction layers (HAL), and Board Support Packages (BSPs) /strong /lilistrongLead the porting and adaptation of firmware across different hardware platforms and configurations /strong /li /ulpemReal-Time Systems Peripheral Management /em /pulliDevelop and manage real-time applications using RTOS platforms (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or equivalent) /liliEnsure timing, scheduling, and interrupt management meet system-level performance requirements /liliIntegrate and configure peripherals including UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, ADC, and PWM /liliDebug and resolve real-time behavioral issues across hardware and software boundaries /li /ulpemIoT Connectivity Sensor Integration /em /pulliImplement communication protocols for IoT-connected embedded devices (MQTT, BLE, LoRa, Wi-Fi, or equivalent) /liliDevelop firmware for sensor data acquisition, local processing, and wireless transmission /liliSupport the integration of embedded nodes with cloud platforms and backend data infrastructure /liliContribute to the design of low-power embedded architectures for field-deployed systems /li /ulpemTesting, Debugging Validation /em /pulliDesign and execute firmware testing procedures including unit tests and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) validation /liliUse debugging tools including JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to diagnose and resolve issues /liliDocument test results, bug reports, and firmware release notes in line with Institute Itech#39;s engineering standards /liliSupport the transition of firmware from prototype to production-ready embedded systems /li /ulpemCross-Project Technical Contribution /em /pulliContribute embedded firmware expertise across projects including Balloon™, Oxyleaf™, Terra™, and Memoria™ /liliParticipate in technical design reviews, architecture decisions, and cross-functional planning sessions /liliIdentify and communicate firmware-level risks and propose mitigation strategies in collaboration with project leads /liliMentor junior team members and support knowledge transfer within the embedded systems team /li /ulpemDocumentation Knowledge Sharing /em /pulliMaintain thorough technical documentation for all firmware development activities /liliProduce firmware specifications, integration guides, and release documentation /liliContribute to internal technical wikis and engineering knowledge bases /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongRequirements /strong /pulliBachelor#39;s or Master#39;s degree in strongElectronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems /strong,



or a closely related discipline /lilistrong4–6 years of experience /strong in firmware or embedded systems development /liliStrong proficiency in strongC and C++ /strong for embedded applications /liliHands-on experience with strongmicrocontrollers and embedded processors /strong (STM32, ESP32, ARM Cortex, or equivalent) /liliSolid experience with strongRTOS /strong platforms (FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or equivalent) /liliSolid knowledge of standard communication protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, BLE, LoRa, Wi-Fi, or equivalent) /liliExperience with hardware debugging tools (JTAG, SWD, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) /liliProficiency in version control with strongGit /strong /lilistrongFluent Italian (mandatory) /strong /lilistrongFluent English (mandatory) /strong /lilistrongSystematic problem-solving approach, strong attention to detail, and a hands-on mindset /strong /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongPreferred Qualifications /strong /pulliExperience with low-power design techniques for battery-operated and field-deployed embedded systems /liliKnowledge of wireless communication stacks and RF system integration /liliFamiliarity with Linux-based embedded systems (Yocto, Buildroot, or equivalent) /liliExperience supporting hardware bring-up and PCB validation processes /liliBackground in environmental monitoring, aerospace, robotics, or urban technology applications /liliKnowledge of functional safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 26262, or equivalent) /liliFamiliarity with CI/CD pipelines applied to embedded firmware development /liliBasic knowledge of Python for scripting, test automation, or data visualization /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongBenefits Provided /strong /pulliMid-level role with significant autonomy and ownership across a technically diverse project portfolio /liliDirect collaboration with hardware engineers, software developers, and multidisciplinary research teams /liliTransversal experience across multiple flagship projects spanning environmental sensing, urban intelligence, and advanced technology platforms /liliGrowth path toward Senior Firmware Specialist or Lead Embedded Systems Engineer /liliHybrid work model with exposure to international project contexts /liliReimbursement of approved travel and project-related expenses /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongCompensation /strong /ppstrongAnnual Gross Salary: €45,000 - €50,000 /strong, in line with mid-level embedded systems profiles. /pp Additional performance-based incentives may be provided based on project contribution and technical milestones achieved. /ppbr / /ppstrongHow to Apply /strong /ppstrongImportant: applications including a description of relevant firmware projects — including hardware platforms used, protocols implemented, and system complexity managed — will be given stronger consideration during the selection process. /strong /ppbr / /ppstrongPlease send: /strong /ppbr / /pulliCV /liliGitHub profile or code samples (strongly recommended) /liliCover Letter (mandatory) addressed to the strongWE2026 Selection Committee /strong including: /liliYour experience in firmware and embedded systems development /liliHardware platforms, peripherals, RTOS environments, and communication protocols you have worked with /liliYour motivation for joining Institute Itech and contributing to its embedded technology infrastructure /li /ulpbr / /ppstrongApplication e-mail: /strong /ppstrongCover Letter e-mail: /strong /ppbr / /ppstrongSubject: WE2026 Job Application (IT ) – Firmware Specialist – (Name Surname) /strong /p

📌 Firmware Specialist Engineer (Lombardia)
🏢 Institute Itech
📍 Lombardia