Senior IoT Engineer

The successful candidate will join the IoT group to work on the implementation and development of IoT solutions and their evaluation in real environments. The project offers the opportunity to research and work on cutting-edge IoT technologies and solutions from a highly applied perspective. Specifically, the person will work on the development of solutions to improve IoT device communications and capabilities. This includes, for example, designing Edge-cloud continuum strategies and architectures that take into account IoT sensors (far Edge), researching protocols that enhance IoT network interoperability, and the application of artificial intelligence to low-powered IoT devices (sensors/actuators) to promote the development of smarter spaces and environments. The hired person will also participate in the conception of new projects.

Among their tasks will be the following:

• Development and implementation of IoT prototype software/firmware.
• Deployment of experimental testbeds for prototype validation in real conditions.
• Development of tools and scripts for solution evaluation and monitoring.
• Research on more efficient IoT architectures, protocols, and devices.
• Design and development of IoT solutions for future smart spaces.
• Preparation of technical documentation and scientific publications.
• Collaboration with other members of the IoT group.
• Project and technical team coordination.
• Supervision and guidance of undergraduate (TFG) and master's (TFM) degree projects.

The hired person is expected to have the ability to work autonomously and possess a solid and applied experience in IoT technologies and protocols.

Who we are:

The i2CAT Foundation is a non-profit research and innovation center that promotes mission-driven R&D activities on advanced Internet architectures, applications, and services. More than 15 years of international research define our expertise in the fields of 5G, IoT, VR, and Immersive Technologies, Cybersecurity, Blockchain, AI, and Digital Social Innovation. The center partners with companies, public administration, academia, and end-users to leverage this knowledge in order to meet real social and business challenges.

The greatest value of i2CAT is the talent of the people who make up our human team. We enjoy a team of people from more than 13 different nationalities and work every day to create and foster a work environment where we all feel comfortable creating, innovating and growing.

Want to know more? Visit our webpage! www.i2cat.net

What will you enjoy?

• Work from our offices or from home, whichever works best for you. We ask for two days in person at the office to coordinate with the rest of the team.
• This is a full-time vacancy
• We have a flexible work schedule respecting your work-life balance
• Reduced working hours on Fridays and in July and August
• Fix + variable salary
• Optional benefits: Travel pass, restaurant vouchers, nursery services support, medical insurance
• Annual leave of 27 working days
• We have fruit in the office to promote a healthy lifestyle
• If you are interested, you can participate in events of your sector.
• You will work with a laptop. You can choose your operative system, Mac, Linux or Windows.
• Company social and team-building events (virtual & in-person)
• You can develop your own and personal training programme with our support
• We will work so that you have a career plan to promote your growth and development

Where will you do it?

At i2CAT we already have an established ‘work-from-home’ policy for some time. You can work from home or from the office, whichever suits you best. We expect that you attend the office two days per week: one to stay connected with your team and another one to engage with other colleagues

If you decide to come to the office, we are located in Zona Universitària, next to the Campus Nord of the UPC, within a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment. It is a very well-connected area (metro, tram, bus) with bars and restaurants around.

Our offices are designed with an open-office concept where everything is light and transparency. We have a variety of workspaces so that you don't have to be at the same table all day.

i2CAT is an organization committed to equal opportunities. That is why we seek to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented, and therefore explicitly encourage female candidates to apply.

I2CAT is an organization committed to creating an environment where we celebrate diversity, and where we provide the dedicated support that our employees need, regardless of their disability.

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