Our Client, A dynamic Startup based in Galway, are seeking a Software/firmware Design Engineer to join their team. This role is fully onsite and the successful candidate must be based or willing to relocate to Galway.Please note: This is a 15 month fixed term contract with a high potential to be made permanentResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Working with stakeholders to define & document hardware & software requirementsWrite, test, and refine software to meet design requirementsIntegrate and debug software / electronic interfacesPreparing and reviewing test protocols for design testingProblem solving test failures or product issuesPreparing design documentationDevelop early-stage prototypes for review key stakeholdersConduct feasibility studies and technical evaluations of new technologies2 Years software / electronics design experience (Graduates will be also be considered) Knowledge of device communication via serial interfaces (e.g. UART, SPI, I2C)Basic knowledge of digital electronicsA qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering or similarTheoretical engineering knowledge in signal theory, analogue and digital electronics, high frequency electronics, mathematics, electronic manufacturing techniquesNice to have:Experience in a medical device or similarly regulated environmentC/C++ language experienceLow-level software / firmware development experiencePrior experience of writing documentation to support your software/firmware designExperience in small teams or startup environmentsNote: By applying for this position, you may also be considered by Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment for other or future related vacancies.-Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment - The Resource for the MedTech Workforce-