OverviewAs part of ABB's Smart Power initiatives, you will design and deliver firmware for industrial protection devices, contributing to innovative software and system development.
You'll work within an R&D; team, collaborating with architects and cross-functional colleagues to translate requirements into robust firmware.
The role combines hands-on development with process improvement and agile practices, offering opportunities to influence IP creation and project delivery.
This position leverages your technical depth to shape secure, reliable industrial solutions in a hybrid work setup.
Retribuzione / BenefitsFlexible working hours
hybrid work options
Wellbeing support for employees and families
Welfare plan with services
Canteen or meal vouchers
Performance-based compensation considerations
ResponsabilitàDesign, develop, and implement firmware for industrial protection circuit breakers and communication modules
Improve firmware development and cybersecurity processes
Perform unit, integration, and system testing to ensure quality
Contribute to innovation and support patent-related activities
Participate in an Agile Scrum team (planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives)




Collaborate with system architects and hardware/software developers to derive requirement specifications
Break down system requirements into firmware specifications
Requisiti fondamentaliM.Sc.
or B.Sc.
in Information or Electronic Engineering, Embedded Systems, or comparable field
Embedded C/C++ proficiency plus software engineering fundamentals
Experience with Python for scripting and test automation
3–5 years of firmware development for embedded industrial applications
Knowledge of embedded systems, MCUs, peripherals, interfaces, and RTOS preferred
Firmware debugging and root-cause analysis using probes, scopes, logic analyzers
Familiarity with structured development processes from analysis to documentation
Experience with industrial protocols (Modbus, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, IEC*****, Profibus, CAN bus) is a plus
Knowledge of embedded cybersecurity principles; secure development practices is a plus
Experience in Agile Scrum and a collaborative mindset; willingness to travel; English and Italian communication
team-oriented collaboration
effective communication
agile mindset
embedded C/C++
Python scripting
RTOS

📌 R&D Firmware Engineer (Bardi)
🏢 ABB
📍 Bardi