Junior Firmware Engineer (Ref.004) – Zaragoza, Spain

Profile

We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Junior Firmware Engineer to join our Research and Development team. The candidate must be willing to work in a highly dynamic environment, to adapt to fast changes in requirements, and to be interested in developing firmware for wearable devices that acquire, process, and communicate in real-time. These wireless devices measure body signals and integrate multi-modal sensors. A minimum of 2 years of experience is required.

As the interface between software and hardware, the candidate will need to have an understanding of PCBs, RTOS, and drivers. He/she will work with the R&D team to develop prototypes and products and will collaborate closely with the industrial design and software department. The candidate has to be curious and open-minded and willing to acquire knowledge about the type of biosignals being processed, stay updated on the trends in the market to propose and implement novel solutions for new challenges as they appear. 

What we are looking for:

• A relevant degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (Electronic Engineering, Electrical, and Electronic, or Communications) with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Experience in ARM cortex-M and working with different manufacturers.
• Experience in BLE communications.
• Familiar with laboratory equipment (oscilloscope, signal generator…).

Bonus points if:

• PCB design skills
• Manual skills for SMD assembly
• Matlab
• Fluent in English

Main responsibilities:

• Design and development of signal acquisition, communication, and processing algorithms in C/C++ code for embedded systems (microcontroller based) and wireless communication systems.
• Responsible for the FW stack of Bitbrain devices. Maintenance & Migrations of internal high-level libraries.
• Develop firmware according to technical (and medical) regulation including testing procedures, documentation, and product life procedures.

Perks & benefits:

• Development of electronics projects in an international and multidisciplinary neurotechnology environment, working together with other professionals with extensive experience in neurosciences, biomedical engineering & industrial design among others.
• There will be opportunities to grow in PCBs, RTOS, and drivers development within the Dpt.
• Pleasant working environment with flexible working hours and a good work-life balance.
• You will join a highly qualified team developing solutions for an emerging market with great potential. Exciting and changing environment.
• You will be part of a growing company that offers you the opportunity to develop professionally.
• Office located in the center of Zaragoza, with the possibility of some teleworking.

Get to know us

Bitbrain seeks to build a future where neurotechnology makes a positive impact on people’s lives.

Our team works in neuroscience, artificial intelligence, and software, to develop advanced brain monitoring equipment.  Our technology helps researchers and health professionals have a better understanding of the brain.

We strongly believe in universal access to neurotechnology, especially in applications related to health and well-being. We actively collaborate in a multitude of R&D projects to develop affordable and easy-to-use neurotechnology solutions with the goal of providing early diagnosis and treatment for neurological disorders, stroke, sleep disorders, and mental illnesses.

In our more than 10 years of experience, we have become an international benchmark in the neurotech industry. Large corporations such as Nissan and Johnson & Johnson, research centers such as Stanford and MIT, as well as numerous startups rely on our technology. This positioning is also endorsed by market intelligence consultancies such as CB Insights and by the more than 25 international awards we have received in recognition of our commitment to R&D&I in neurotechnology.

We have achieved all these great things because we have an incredible team. At Bitbrain, we work with creative, proactive, open-minded people who are eager to change the world.

In 2022 we are growing our team by incorporating 14 different profiles. We are looking for people who, like us, believe in the positive impact that neurotechnology can have on society and who want to do their part to make it happen as soon as possible.