Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible.

We’re dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare for the better. From our entrepreneurial roots to our current integral presence, we've grown into a force for positive change. With thousands of employees across six continents, collaboration is our greatest strength. We’re always striving to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams.

We have played a pivotal role in shaping modern science and healthcare, and we're just getting started. If you're someone who thrives on new challenges, values diversity and wants to make a tangible difference in people's lives, then QIAGEN is the place for you.

At QIAGEN, every day is an opportunity to make a real-life impact.

Join us, grow with us, and together, let's shape the future of biological discovery.

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About the role
Do you want to design embedded software that powers life-saving diagnostic devices? Join our R&D; team in Barcelona and develop firmware for next-generation IVD instruments.



Your work will enable precise biological assays and improve patient outcomes worldwide.
This is an onsite based role in Barcelona, Spain.

Your Tasks
• Design, implement, and maintain embedded firmware (C/C++) for hardware subsystems.

• Develop low-level drivers, control loops, and real-time components for microcontrollers.

• Work hands-on with prototype instruments and laboratory tools.

• Translate product requirements into detailed firmware specifications.

• Create manufacturing tests, calibration routines, and service diagnostics.

• Ensure data integrity, cybersecurity, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

• Collaborate with hardware, software, and systems teams.

Your Profile
• Master’s degree in Engineering (Electronics, Mechanical, Automation) or Physics.

• Experience in scientific or industrial instrumentation, preferably regulated environments.

• Strong programming skills (Python

📌 Firmware Engineer (Barcelona)
🏢 Qiagen
📍 Barcelona