Firmware Engineer - Positioning
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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