Embedded Software Developer, Bluetooth
About the job
At Nordic Semiconductor, we're looking for a talented software engineer to join our Bluetooth stack team. You'll contribute to delivering high-quality, rock-solid Bluetooth solutions trusted by OEMs worldwide - spanning protocol development, testing, documentation, and cloud integration.
You'll work in a collaborative agile environment, engage with the open-source community, and have a real say in shaping the technical direction of the stack - with the opportunity to influence the future of Bluetooth through specification reviews and working group meetings. If you're curious, driven, and ready to grow alongside some of the best in the industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
Contribute to the development, testing, maintenance, and documentation of the Bluetooth / Bluetooth Mesh protocol and related specification features
Review code contributions from peers and external open-source contributors
Handle customer issues escalated through internal channels, and participate in workshops and meetings that shape the future direction of the stack
Work in an agile Scrum team and actively contribute to Scrum events
Occasionally participate in reviews of specification, working group meetings, or IOP testing (may involve some travelling)
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in any of the following or associated fields: Electronics, Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Cybernetics, Computer Engineering (with exposure to embedded systems and wireless protocols) and related domains
Comfortable in using C and Python as part of daily development work
Experience with - Bluetooth / WiFi / Cellular IoT/ wireless or wired-networking stacks related embedded system development, testing, qualification, or direct customer application support for these domains
Experience with Git or Bitbucket
Excellent communication skills in English
If you also have experience with one or more of the following that would be interesting to know:
Agile development methodology
Familiarity with Nordic’s nRF Connect SDK software ecosystem
Open-source contributions
Efficient usage of AI tools and familiarity with agentic workflow
Hands on experience with embedded development kits (such as - measuring power consumption for embedded applications, modifying development kits to prototype external HW integrations)
This role is open to candidates across experience levels, from recent graduates to professionals. We evaluate applicants based on skills, potential, and mindset rather than years on a résumé.
Personal Skills
You take strong ownership of your work, deliver efficiently, and stay focused on the task at hand whether collaborating with the team or driving independently. You bring excellent problem-solving skills to the table and enjoy technical discussions, turning diverse opinions into aligned, well-reasoned solutions. Beyond the technical, you're naturally curious with a genuine drive to keep learning and growing. And just as importantly, you don't take yourself too seriously - a good sense of humor goes a long way with us.
Working for Nordic
Working at Nordic, you will be inspired and supported to develop yourself. Our teams enjoy a professional and informal working environment. We value and encourage the continuous development of skills and expertise to the highest levels. We are proud of our Norwegian heritage, our highly skilled international workforce, and our world-leading innovation.
We offer a variety of tasks and projects, and the possibility to work alongside some of the world’s most renowned experts within their field. We encourage our employees to question the established and innovate while expecting professionalism, commitment, and the will to learn.
Benefits
Competitive salary with short- and long-term incentive plan
Flexible working hours
Medical insurance
Family-friendly policies, insurances, and benefits
Practical details
Location: Trondheim, Norway
Please note that this position might be subject to a background check.
- Department
- BU Short-Range - BLE Radio Development
- Locations
- Trondheim
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Level of seniority
- Experienced
- Field of expertise
- Engineering
- Application deadline
- July 12, 2026
About Nordic Semiconductor
Nordic Semiconductor is a Norwegian fabless semiconductor company specializing in wireless communication technology that powers the Internet of Things (IoT). Nordic was established in 1983 and has about 1400 employees across the globe. Our award-winning Bluetooth Low Energy solutions pioneered ultra-low power wireless, making us the global market leader. Our technology range was later supplemented by ANT+, Thread and Zigbee, and in 2018 we launched our low power, compact LTE-M/NB-IoT cellular IoT solutions to extend the penetration of the IoT. The Nordic portfolio was further complemented by Wi-Fi technology in 2021.