Overview MistyWest is a hardware engineering consultancy that exists to create novel technologies that enable a healthier planet and bring prosperity to all humankind, with a focus primarily on hardware projects that advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

We are hiring a Firmware Engineer (Contractor) to support an embedded product build. You will help develop core firmware features, including device sensing, power management, connectivity, and reliable system reporting.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain firmware for connected embedded devices, coordinating across multiple boards or modules as needed

Implement reliable sensor handling and event-driven state logic

Support wireless connectivity features, including provisioning/setup workflows and basic network health reporting

Ensure secure communications and define retry, buffering, and recovery behaviors when connectivity is unavailable

Deliver periodic device st...