Embedded System Architect – IoT Connectivity

Scalian·Remote, Spain

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

  • Fully remote

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Scalian doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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This job was published 9 months ago

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About the role

Do you want to lead the connectivity architecture of the next generation of smart appliances? We are looking for an Embedded System Architect – IoT Connectivity to define the technical foundations that will enable a secure, reliable, and scalable connected experience across our entire IoT product line.

What you'll do

  • Design and lead the complete connectivity architecture for IoT devices: hardware, firmware, network protocols, and cloud.
  • Evaluate and integrate wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, BLE, Zigbee, Thread, Matter, NFC, cellular), ensuring performance, energy efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
  • Define the communication architecture from appliance to cloud (MQTT, HTTPS, APIs, data models).
  • Design secure and fault-tolerant mechanisms for OTA firmware and software updates.
  • Develop provisioning processes, key and certificate management, and the complete lifecycle of the connected device.
  • Ensure end-to-end privacy and security by applying standards (OWASP IoT, PSA Certified, SESIP, GDPR).
  • Create clear architectural documentation: MBSE diagrams, data flows, specifications, and APIs.
  • Provide expert support in troubleshooting, performance analysis, and resolving connectivity issues.
  • Collaborate with embedded software, cloud, product, manufacturing, and quality teams; and provide technical leadership to junior engineers.

Nice to have

  • Experience with embedded Linux.
  • Knowledge of mobile apps for provisioning/control.
  • Familiarity with RF regulations (FCC, CE RED).
  • Experience with analytics or ML on IoT data.
  • Certifications in IoT security or cloud platforms.

What you'll get

  • 🚀 Joining a high-level team working with cutting-edge technologies in the market.
  • 💻 Remote work. 
  • ⛱ 25 working days of vacation
  • 📝 Permanent contract.
  • 📚 Ongoing training, certifications, meetups, and personalized professional development plans so we can keep growing together. We also provide access to internal platforms with open content for you to enjoy at your own pace.
  • 🕐 Full-time position with flexible hours to help balance work and family life.
  • 🎉 After-work events at the offices.
  • 🎂 Birthday afternoon off
  • 🏋️‍♀️ Gym discounts
  • 💲Flexible compensation programs: health insurance, restaurant card, transportation allowance, childcare vouchers.
  • 🌏 As part of the Scalian group, we expand our borders and grow internationally.
  • ♻️ Within the group, we are committed to sustainable initiatives.

About the company & team

Scalian is a company of more than 6,000 people with an international dimension, with offices in Europe and North America. We specialize in providing services to clients focused on Data, Cloud, and Artificial Intelligence.

Requirements

  • +3 years of experience in embedded systems and IoT design, especially in connectivity.
  • Proven experience launching commercial IoT products.
  • Mastery of wireless protocols (Wi-Fi, BLE, Zigbee, Thread, Matter).
  • Experience implementing secure OTA systems.
  • Deep knowledge of IoT platforms such as AWS IoT, Azure IoT Hub, or Google Cloud IoT.
  • Strong foundation in C/C++ and RTOS.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

Scalian

Scalian

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International company
6000 employees