Firmware Architect

ZF Group

Architect firmware focusing on the architecture of BusConnect gateways solutions. Collaborating with product teams and leading firmware development practices at ZF in Pilsen.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timePlzeň • CzechiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityIoTLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Being accountable for the architecture of BusConnect's gateways firmware and design during the full life cycle of the solutions with continuous improvement of architecture standards and guidelines.
Work closely with our Product and Platform/Application Development team, incorporate new ideas and requirements to the firmware architecture and help product stakeholders to define a good roadmap.
Design and develop scalable, future-oriented and operationally efficient architectural concepts, solutions and code.
Act as a lateral leader for our small FW development team by working side-by-side with the team and coaching team members. Nurture a collaborative environment and foster transparency. Follow agile development methodologies & lean principles (e.g., Scrum)
Facilitate timely technical decisions based on expert-sparring and development of options/scenarios. Drive buy-in by clearly communicating decision-making rationale.
Be responsible for cyber-security design of the firmware components.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Computer Science master’s degree or equivalent
3-5 years architecture experience working in an agile environment plus min of 5 years experience in hardware/firmware development
Good knowledge of embedded Linux technologies, communication and telemetry protocols, serialization standards and connectivity solutions. Knowledge of C++ development on Linux. Knowledge of scripting (Bash/Python).
Experience in system design (Linux distribution), ability to deliver end-to-end solutions by coordinating between HW/SW and cloud teams, knowledge in HW and solutions related cyber security approaches, standards and certifications, exposure to firmware telemetry toolsets and strategies
Knowledge of automobile standards and data systems
Experience in consultative selling, project management, cost estimation and passion to design and develop IoT solutions
Previous experience in leading, coaching and guiding agile teams (indirect reports) to nurture and foster empowerment and collaboration. Passionate about people development and empowered teams
Excellent communication skills in general and very good English skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Above standard working environment - new modern offices in center of Pilsen
Modern technologies, team of experts and seniors.
Flexible working hours.
26 days of holiday.
Home office work mode (up to 60% days/month).
Trainings and development.
Yearly bonus according to years with company.
Life or pension insurance contribution.
Meal allowance.
Cafeteria benefit program - use - travelling, sport, culture, education.

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Hard Skills & Tools

architectureembedded LinuxC++BashPythonsystem designcyber-securityfirmware developmentIoT solutionstelemetry protocols

Soft Skills

leadershipcoachingcollaborationcommunicationempowermenttransparencyconsultative sellingproject managementcost estimationpeople development

Certifications

master’s degree in Computer Science