Software Engineer – Hardware Integration, Systems Development

iLoF - Intelligent Lab on Fiber

Embedded Systems Engineer developing software applications and hardware interfaces in a deep-tech startup. Collaborating with hardware and data science teams to innovate in personalized medicine.

Posted 4/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇵🇹 PortugalMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDockerGoGRPCJavaScriptLinuxPostgresPythonReactRustSvelte

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with hardware and data science teams to develop software applications for automated data collection
Design, implement, and maintain robust hardware-software interfaces for seamless communication between devices and systems
Create and maintain data infrastructure on the cloud, manage various databases, and ensure efficient server operations
Improve and update the company’s data and software security protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards
Work with the Clinical team to build GDPR-compliant databases in partnership with hospitals and relevant stakeholders
Collaborate with the Regulatory Affairs team to ensure our product meets the highest quality and compliance standards
Partner with the Product team to validate functional requirements and ensure our solutions provide value for customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

MSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent degree
3+ years of relevant software development experience, ideally in an industrial or hardware-adjacent environment
Hands-on experience developing software that controls, orchestrates, or interfaces with physical hardware systems
Software developer, comfortable working across multiple programming languages and paradigms
Proficiency in Python with solid working knowledge in at least two other programming languages (Ex: Rust, Go, C#, and Svelte)
Experience with full-stack development including REST API, gRPC; PostgreSQL; Svelte or React.js
Solid knowledge of Linux and server infrastructure
Familiarity with Windows for cross-platform development and tooling support
Docker for containerized development and deployment
Version control with Git (branching strategies, code review workflows, CICD)
Ability to learn and integrate vendor-specific APIs, SDKs
Familiarity with low-level communication protocols: serial bus (UART, SPI, I²C), USB, and GPIO
Experience diagnosing issues in mixed hardware/software environments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus
Stock Options
A flexible environment and work-life balance: adaptable working hours, strong remote work culture
A stimulating atmosphere with room for creativity - fast-paced, fun, and energetic startup with a friendly culture
Weekly happy hours with amazing food and drinks
Company offsites
Free coffee and snacks
Private healthcare insurance

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonRustGoC#Sveltefull-stack developmentREST APIgRPCPostgreSQLLinux

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationproblem-solvingadaptabilityattention to detail

Certifications

MSc in Computer ScienceMSc in Software EngineeringMSc in Telecommunication EngineeringMSc in Electrical Engineering