Embedded Software Engineer

We are Loop

We redefine what an earplug should sound, look and feel like. Whether it's hearing protection or comfort for your ears, Loop enables you to live life at your volume. Our founders Maarten and Dimitri started Loop back with a big idea.

And a chronic ringing in their ears. Since then, we've helped more than 2,000,000 customers around the world to find quiet, enjoy great experiences and keep unwanted noises at bay. In 2022 we grew from 35 to 120 Loopers and this year we'll double the current team once again.

Our Headquarters is based in Antwerp, with many employees dotted across Europe and the world.

Not to brag about it, but we've recently been named the fastest-growing technology company in Belgium (according to Deloitte - October 2022 awards), and The New York Times named us 'best earplugs for concerts and thousands of noise-sensitive customers call us 'a life changer'. Pretty cool, right?

Here's more about Maarten & Dimitri's founders story: https://www.loopearplugs.com/blogs/blog/the-founders-story

About the role

Loop is on the mission to empower people to live life to the fullest, by giving them control over how they hear life. Our current portfolio has a passive focus, but behind the scenes we're developing innovative earwear and exploring active technologies to give people even more control over how they hear life. Because what we hear – or don't hear – defines our experiences in life.

We're investing big in R&D and to work on those innovative projects, we're looking for our first Embedded Software Engineer to join our Advanced Engineering team. At Loop, we are passionate about revolutionising the way people experience sound, and we are looking for engineers who share our enthusiasm for innovation and excellence.

As an Embedded Software Engineer at Loop, you will have an impact in designing, developing, and optimising embedded software solutions for our future products with active focus. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the creation of efficient and reliable software for our cutting-edge products. We are looking for an engineer with a strong software background and a passion for staying ahead in the ever-evolving field of embedded systems.

You'll work closely with our Embedded Hardware Engineers and report directly to Tom, our Lead Advanced Engineering.

What you'll do

Embedded Software Development: Design, develop, and optimize embedded software for active product developments, ensuring functionality, efficiency, and maintainability.

Firmware Development: Create and implement firmware for embedded systems, considering resource constraints and reliability.

Algorithm Design: Develop and optimize algorithms for data processing, communication, and control in embedded systems.

Integration: Collaborate with embedded hardware engineers to integrate software with embedded systems, sensors, and peripherals.

Debugging and Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve software-related issues through debugging and troubleshooting techniques.

Code Review: Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and knowledge sharing among team members.

Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software designs, APIs, and development processes.

Testing and Validation: Develop and implement testing procedures to ensure the reliability and performance of embedded software. Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and system testing.

Collaboration: Work closely with hardware engineers, QA engineers, and cross-functional teams to achieve seamless hardware-software integration. You'll report directly to Tom, Lead Advanced Engineering.

Continuous Learning: Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and advancements in embedded software development to contribute to innovative product development.

How you'll do it

Master's degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.

Proven experience in embedded software development (5+years). Proven track record in developing and deploying embedded software for consumer electronics products.

Experience in Bluetooth technology, communication protocols (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C) and machine learning in embedded systems is highly desirable.

Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in embedded systems (e.g., C, C++).

Experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS) , complex state-machines and data structures.

Have good understanding of best industry practices such as code guidelines, version control, CI/CD pipelines.

Have a profound understanding of DSP programming and be able to integrate different algorithms.

Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

You're open to travel to our office in Antwerp when your presence is required. It's where our Engineering lab is located.

Why join us?

We're Belgium's fastest-growing technology company (according to Deloitte - awarded October 2022), and we want you to grow and improve alongside us.

Our culture? We're all about enabling growth by giving our team full autonomy to manage their own projects, be a thought leader, and truly make an impact on the company.

We take care of our people. So, we pay them what they're worth. Expect a competitive pay in the top 20% of the market rate for your level of experience and potential.

Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust. And we trust you to get on with your job, so there'll be no micromanaging or peeking over your shoulder from us.

Benefits: Our benefits are all aimed towards looking after your health, and enabling you to live life to the fullest. So everything from health insurance and pension savings to lunch vouchers, cruising credits and the latest tools is covered.

Come as you are, our equal opportunities employer statement

Loop is an equal opportunities employer. We invest in diversity, ensure equality and encourage expression. We have a zero-tolerance policy for harassment, bias or discrimination towards applicants and employees.

Live life at your volume. We'll take care of your ears.