Senior Firmware Engineer

Can you bring your technical skills to our R&D department? Join our team based in Dublin or UK and enjoy a collaborative culture that empowers you to build a career you can be proud of.

What would you do as our Senior Firmware Engineer

As a Senior Firmware Engineer, you’ll take part in the development of the next-generation alarm control panel firmware which is an advanced, high-performance platform with enhanced functionality and a focus on the user experience. You’ll also occasionally contribute to other embedded products such as wireless sensors or battery-powered devices.

This role offers real ownership of critical systems, technical influence in a growing team, and the opportunity to shape the future of interconnected security platforms.

You would also:

• Lead development of advanced embedded firmware for next-gen alarm control panels using RTOS or embedded Linux.
• Enable system integration with access control and CCTV, supporting intelligent workflows.
• Drive software quality via code reviews, CI/CD and test automation collaboration.
• Contribute across products, including sensor firmware and hardware bring-up tasks.
• Mentor junior engineers and own scalable, maintainable firmware architecture.

The skills and experience you need
We are looking for someone who:

• Is an expert in C/C++ for embedded systems with strong RTOS or has embedded Linux experience.
• Is skilled in wireless and networking protocols like Wi-Fi, LTE, TCP/IP, and MQTT.
• Has a proven ability to lead firmware projects, ensuring compliance with specs and regulations.
• Is familiar with video technologies (H.264, WebRTC) and CI/CD workflows using GitLab.
• is Team-oriented with experience in hybrid environments and cross-functional collaboration.

What we offer

We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so you can continue and progress a lifelong career with us – here’s what we have to offer:

• Learning and career development opportunities, whether it’s online learning, management training or enhancing your skills.
• A competitive salary and incentive schemes.
• Variety of benefits including Holiday Flex, Cycle 2 Work, attractive company pension, discount portal, recognition scheme and wellbeing program… to name just a few!

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post.

If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Nadia Aslam, Recruitment Business Partner at nadia.aslam@assaabloy.com .

Let’s create a safer and more open world - together!

To find out more about us, visit www.assaabloy.com

Who will I be working with

HKC Security is a leading designer and manufacturer of intruder alarm solutions for the UK and Irish markets, committed to delivering innovative and reliable security systems. HKC Security Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY, the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of door opening solutions, meeting tough end-user demands for safety, security and convenience.