Firmware Engineer

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, fostering an inclusive environment where diversity makes us outstanding.

Help us lead one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma-derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That’s why we need a Firmware Engineer like you.

Mission

Design, develop, and maintain the firmware of analytical instruments by programming microcontrollers that control electronics, sensors, actuators, and robotic components.

Participate in R&D projects from requirements gathering and analysis through architecture definition, implementation, and validation of the firmware, working closely with hardware and other technical teams to ensure proper instrument performance.

What your responsibilities will be

• Design, develop, and maintain the firmware of diagnostic instruments by programming microcontrollers and ensuring proper integration with the instrument electronics.
• Analyze instrument requirements and contribute to the definition of firmware architecture and design specifications in collaboration with other R&D teams.
• Implement and verify the firmware of the different assigned projects.
• Actively participate in R&D projects, providing technical solutions and adapting to project needs across different development phases.
• Perform basic firmware testing and work closely with hardware and testing teams to validate correct system behavior.
• Analyze firmware-related incidents, identify root causes, and propose and implement corrective actions.
• Create and maintain firmware technical documentation in accordance with quality standards and procedures.

Who you are

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience of 3–4 years in firmware development for microcontrollers.
• Strong programming skills in C/C++, with a particular focus on C++. Experience with Renesas and/or Xilinx microcontrollers and with development environments such as E2Studio and Vivado/Vitis (Eclipse‑based) is a plus.
• Experience in the design, implementation, and verification of firmware in R&D environments.
• Experience with version control tools (Git or Bitbucket) is a plus.
• Experience with requirements and specifications management tools (e.g. JAMA or DOORS) is valued.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project or task tracking tools (e.g. JIRA).
• Experience in industrial environments, robotics, automation, instrumentation, or advanced electronics.
• Ability to work autonomously within projects while maintaining effective collaboration with multidisciplinary technical teams.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in technical environments.
• Proactivity and responsibility in task and project management.
• Advanced English.

What we offer

It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.

We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments in our selection process, please do not hesitate to inform us when applying. We are here to help.

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Flexibility for U Program: Occasionally Remote

Flexible schedule: Monday-Thursday 7-10 to 16-19h and Friday 8-15h (with the same flexible start time).

Benefits package

Contract of Employment: Permanent position