ISO9001 certified firmware development since 2013
Talk directly to a UK-based firmware engineer about your project. Whether you need bare-metal development on STM32 or ESP32, RTOS integration, or Linux-based embedded systems, we’ll help you define the right technical approach and compliance pathway. Get expert guidance before you commit to development.
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UK-based firmware engineering with full lifecycle support
Ignitec’s UK-based embedded software engineers design and develop firmware for STM32, ESP32, Nordic, and other leading microcontroller platforms. We work across RTOS, Linux, and bare-metal environments using C and C++, delivering reliable, production-ready code for defence, medical, aerospace, industrial, energy, and automotive applications. With all development handled in-house in the UK, clients benefit from transparent communication, rapid turnaround, and total quality control from concept to certification.
Embedded Firmware Design:
High-performance, low-power firmware tailored to your hardware platform and use case.
Board Bring-Up & Debugging:
End-to-end support from prototype testing to reliable field deployment.
Connectivity & IoT Integration:
Wireless protocols, networking stacks, and cloud connectivity for smart, data-driven devices.
Certification & Compliance:
Assistance with EMC, radio, safety, and functional compliance across global markets.
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Talk to our electronic design engineers today – book your free consultation
Work directly with our UK firmware engineers
Our UK-based embedded software and firmware engineers work with clients across industries including defence, medical, energy, and industrial IoT. Every embedded systems project is managed in close collaboration, with clear communication, shared progress tracking, and full visibility from concept to certification. By keeping all firmware development in the UK, we ensure faster response times, tighter quality control, and seamless coordination between hardware, firmware, and compliance teams.
UK-Based Team:
Work directly with our skilled embedded engineers every step of the way.
Fast Turnaround:
Rapid development cycles and streamlined testing accelerate your time to market.
Deep Expertise:
Expertise across ARM, STM32, ESP32, Nordic, and Microchip and many other platforms.
Trusted & 5-Star Rated:
Proven record of reliability, quality, and clear communication with global clients.
Explore how our clients succeed with our firmware design services
Controller for subsea exploration designed and delivered in low-volume batches on a fast turnaround.
CASE STUDY | Marine, Subsea, Energy
MESH GLOBAL
Custom water level sensor for monitoring arctic glacial melt to support world-class research institution.
CASE STUDY | Marine, Monitoring
AARHUS UNIVERSITY
Custom firmware for multi-mode NFC reader/writer supporting encrypted ticketing and tag emulation.
CASE STUDY | IoT, Wireless
SMART IMPACT
Our development processes are fully ISO 9001 certified, ensuring consistency, traceability, and reliability at every stage of your project.
Expert solutions for highly regulated industries
Aerospace
Hazardous locations
Automotive
Defence
Medical
Energy
IoT
Subsea
Trusted by global leaders to deliver world-class electronic design
Book your free firmware consultation
Talk to an expert about your embedded or IoT software requirements today. Our UK-based team can review your existing designs, advise on architecture, and guide you through the next phase of development.
Frequently Asked Questions about our firmware and embedded systems design services
Will you sign an Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)?
Yes, Book a Free Consultation with us and we will send you a signed, legally binding NDA before the call. You may also send us your own NDA for signing once you have booked the consultation.
What is embedded firmware development?
Embedded firmware is software designed to control specific hardware devices. It runs directly on a microcontroller or processor and enables your product to perform its intended functions reliably and efficiently.
Which processors and architectures do you work with?
We develop on ARM Cortex (M, A, R series), STM32, ESP32, Microchip PIC, Nordic nRF52/nRF53, NXP, and many others. We can also support custom architectures and Linux-based embedded systems.
Do you develop both bare-metal and RTOS-based systems?
Yes. We write firmware for both bare-metal (no operating system) and RTOS environments such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or ThreadX, depending on performance and complexity requirements.
Can you help modernise or refactor existing firmware?
Absolutely. We often update legacy codebases to improve performance, security, maintainability, and support for newer hardware.
Can you integrate wireless connectivity into my product?
Yes. We handle BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa, LTE, Zigbee, Thread, NFC, GPS, and other communication protocols, along with secure over-the-air (OTA) updates and cloud integration.
Do you develop device drivers or low-level interfaces?
Yes. We create and test custom drivers for sensors, displays, radios, power management ICs, and other peripherals.
Do you also design the hardware or just the firmware?
We do both. Our firmware engineers work closely with our in-house electronics team to ensure hardware and software are perfectly aligned from the start.
Can you help with product compliance and testing?
Yes. We assist with EMC, radio, and safety testing by preparing test firmware, coordinating with test houses, and implementing any necessary firmware-level adjustments.
What programming languages do you use?
Primarily C and C++, with Python, C#, and Rust used for tools, testing frameworks, and some higher-level embedded systems.
Can you provide cloud integration and data visualisation?
Yes. We can connect devices securely to IoT platforms such as AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, or custom dashboards via MQTT, HTTPS, or WebSockets.
Do you offer long-term support or maintenance?
Yes. We provide ongoing maintenance, bug fixes, performance enhancements, and updates to support evolving standards and hardware changes.
How do you ensure firmware reliability and safety?
Through structured code reviews, static analysis, version control, and rigorous hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and simulation testing.
Can you work with our internal development team?
Yes. We often collaborate with client engineering teams to accelerate delivery, provide specialist expertise, or handle complete submodules.
What is your development process?
Projects typically progress through concept, architecture, development, testing, integration, and validation. We follow structured project management with full documentation.
How do you manage security in embedded devices?
We implement secure bootloaders, encrypted communication, authentication protocols, and OTA update validation to protect devices against tampering and cyber threats.
What industries do you specialise in?
We work across defence, energy, industrial, medical, and environmental sectors where reliability, safety, and compliance are essential.
What industries do you specialise in?
We work across defence, energy, industrial, medical, and environmental sectors where reliability, safety, and compliance are essential.
Do you handle small projects or prototypes?
Yes. We support both proof-of-concept prototypes and full-scale commercial production systems.
How quickly can you start?
In most cases, we can begin within 1–2 weeks following a consultation and signed NDA.
Can you provide documentation and source code ownership?
Yes. You retain full ownership of the developed firmware and all associated documentation as defined in your project agreement.
Still have questions?
Book a call with one of our firmware engineering team. We will send you a signed NDA and an invitation to book a free consultation.