Intermediate / Senior Firmware Engineer - 18month Fixed Term

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an intermediate or senior Firmware Engineer to lead the development of embedded systems for cutting-edge IoT and smart tech products. You’ll architect and implement firmware platforms, collaborate with electronics and cloud teams, and ensure robust, scalable solutions.

Your role includes writing and testing firmware, managing upgrades, and driving quality through code reviews and automated testing. You’ll take ownership of your work and contribute to team-wide improvements, while staying current with industry trends and continuously developing your skills.

We value proactive problem-solvers who thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring a strong sense of ownership and curiosity to everything they do.

This is a fixed term role

18 months, based at our Gallagher Headquarters in Hamilton, New Zealand.

The Fit

To succeed in this role, you\'ll need a strong technical foundation, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for solving real-world challenges through embedded systems. We\'re looking for someone who combines deep engineering expertise with a proactive, growth-oriented attitude - someone who thrives in dynamic environments, takes ownership, and contributes meaningfully to both product development and team culture.

What You’ll Need

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechatronics, or related field
• 5+ years of hands-on embedded firmware development (C / C++)
• Expertise in microcontroller platforms (Cortex-M, STM32, Renesas, Arduino, ESP32), sensors (GPS / GNSS, humidity / temperature, IMUs), and RTOS / bare-metal systems
• Experience in IoT communication radio (LoRa / LoRaWAN, cellular LTE-M / NB-IoT, Wi-Fi, BLE). Experience in MQTT and protobuf
• Happy to work with AI for coding
• Strong grasp of CI / CD pipelines, automated testing, and formal verification
• Proven ability to design complex algorithms and conduct code reviews
• Proficiency with Git, Jenkins, Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket
• Familiarity with Python, cloud technologies, electronics, and machine learning
• Bonus : Experience in IoT / Ag-tech product development and in-field testing

Why Gallagher?

At Gallagher, we foster a supportive and family-friendly work environment where innovation and people come first. We offer :

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