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Firmware Engineer - Positioning

Whistle

Whistle

Linz, Austria
Posted on Dec 10, 2025

About us

Tractive is the most trusted name for keeping cats and dogs safe and healthy. The secret to our success? A team of truly unique individuals who care about each other just as much as going the extra mile for pet parents. Want to be part of our story? Check out this role and see if you’re a good match!

Your territory

As part of our Firmware team, you will:

  • Build top-tier firmware for a global leader in pet technology, with a strong focus on GNSS systems including GPS, Galileo, and BeiDou

  • Continuously optimize code for power efficiency, positioning accuracy, and data performance

  • Own features end-to-end - from concept to real-world deployment

  • Collaborate with Architecture and cross-functional teams (Backend, QA, Support) while driving your projects independently

  • Contribute to process improvements and team retrospectives

  • Bring in your fresh ideas to make Tractive better - you’ll never hear the phrase “...because that’s how we’ve always done things”

  • Continuously grow personally and professionally, take ownership of areas that show your potential, and attend workshops which help you get to the next level

Your profile

Key requirements:

  • Several years of embedded firmware experience, with hands-on experience in GNSS systems

  • Practical experience with GNSS chipsets and protocols

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with clear technical communication

  • Collaborative, comfortable with cross-functional teamwork

  • Very good English skills

Does this sound like you?

  • You love hardware, embedded systems, and satellite positioning technology

  • You’re analytical, hands-on, and a self-starter

  • You enjoy taking full ownership of complex projects

  • You’re motivated by learning, innovation, and mentoring others

  • Excited to work in Austria alongside an outstanding international team