Senior Embedded Developer

<h3><span><strong>Senior Embedded Developer</strong></span></h3><p></p><p><span><strong>Witted Mavericks disrupts software consulting</strong> by providing the fairest and most transparent salary model on the market for senior consultants. If you are an experienced and independent developer looking for <strong>the compensation of a freelancer with the security of an employee</strong>, this is your next career step.</span></p><p><span>We are part of <strong>Witted</strong>, a NASDAQ First North Growth Market-listed IT consultancy with 400+ employees across Finland, Norway, Sweden, Croatia, North Macedonia, and the USA. In Oslo, you’ll find us at our modern premises in Hegdehaugsveien working with clients in demanding sectors such as <strong>defense, energy, medtech, automotive, and industry</strong>. </span></p><p><span>Due to high demand from our clients with interesting and mission-critical projects, we are now looking for new Mavericks to join our team in 2026.</span></p><p></p><h3><span><strong>The Maverick Promise</strong></span></h3><ul><li><p><span><strong>Fair compensation:</strong> We offer <strong>51% of your billing as gross salary</strong> (typically NOK 90–100k/month).</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Security:</strong> Guaranteed <strong>NOK 50k/month for the first 6 months</strong> while finding your first project.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Freedom:</strong> You choose your own projects from our extensive client base.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Support:</strong> We handle all sales, administration, tools, and occupational healthcare so that you can focus 100% on your assignment.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><h3><span><strong>About the role</strong></span></h3><p><span>We are looking for <strong>experienced developers with 5+ years</strong> of experience in embedded software or firmware to join our growing team in Norway.</span></p><p><span>We don't expect you to be an expert in everything below, but we are seeking <strong>deep professional experience in one or several</strong> of these areas:</span></p><ul><li><p><span><strong>Programming:</strong> Professional-level <strong>C/C++</strong>, <strong>Embedded Linux</strong>, <strong>RTOS</strong> (e.g., FreeRTOS, Zephyr, ThreadX), or <strong>bare-metal</strong> development.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Hardware interfacing:</strong> Development of <strong>low-level drivers</strong> and communication protocols (e.g., <strong>SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, RS485, Ethernet, USB</strong>).</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>System architecture:</strong> Deep understanding of <strong>hardware-near concepts</strong> like memory management, timing, and resource optimization.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Tooling and automation:</strong> Proficiency with <strong>build systems</strong> (CMake, Yocto, Buildroot), <strong>scripting</strong> (Python, Bash), and <strong>cross-compilation</strong> workflows.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Debugging and quality:</strong> Expertise in <strong>hardware debugging</strong> (JTAG, GDB, Logic Analyzers) and modern <strong>CI/CD</strong> processes using <strong>Git</strong>.</span></p></li></ul><p><span>It is a great advantage if you have experience with:</span></p><ul><li><p><span><strong>IoT and integration</strong>: Sensor integration and wireless communication</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Testing and security</strong>: Unit testing and test automation, Secure Boot, and OTA update mechanisms</span></p></li></ul><p></p><h3><span><strong>What we hope from you</strong></span></h3><ul><li><p><span>Eagerness to solve technical challenges and a passion for seeing your code run on physical hardware</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong communication and collaboration skills</span></p></li><li><p><span>Fluency in both <strong>Norwegian and English</strong></span></p></li><li><p><span>Readiness to work in a hybrid model depending on the client’s needs (min. 4 days/month at our Oslo office or a client's office in <strong>Oslo, Asker, Horten or Kongsberg</strong>).</span></p></li></ul><p><span>Many of our projects are mission-critical for Norway’s infrastructure and security. Therefore, it is a plus if you are eligible for a Norwegian security clearance.</span></p><p></p><h3><span><strong>The full Maverick package</strong></span></h3><ul><li><p><span><strong>Flexibility:</strong> Work-life balance is default, flexible hours and hybrid setups.</span></p></li><li><p><span><strong>Well-being:</strong> Compre