Embedded software development services

Optimize device functionality and reliability with professional embedded software development services. Let us help you deliver cutting-edge products that stand out in the market.

Our clients

N-iX client Bosch
N-iX client Siemens
N-iX client Fluke Corporation
N-iX client Televic
N-iX client Icomera
N-iX client Kinexon
N-iX client Cardo Systems
N-iX client Rapyuta Robotics
N-iX client Weinmann Emergency
N-iX client AES Corporation
N-iX client KTC
N-iX client Gemone

You engineer ideas. We make them work.

Our embedded software development services help clients build hardware-optimized solutions that operate reliably within the tightest resource constraints while ensuring robust security and seamless integration. From prototyping to full-scale production, we bring proven expertise in embedded bare-metal, RTOS, and Linux programming to navigate complex technical challenges and accelerate your path to market.

With a portfolio featuring delivered solutions for healthcare, manufacturing, telecom, automotive, energy, and other businesses, our embedded software development company is a reliable tech partner for enterprises seeking product reliability and quality delivery. Our tech expertise includes firmware development, end-to-end IoT development, companion and standalone wearable device and app development as well as connected devices and embedded connectivity. We also help clients with computer vision, AI, ML, data science, and other projects to expand functionality and performance of electronic systems.

Embedded development can be complex. Our expertise makes it simpler.

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Close the tech expertise gap with our versatile service offerings to make your embedded systems more reliable, secure, and efficient;

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Expand the capabilities of your tech team to support business growth initiatives;

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Design scalable systems that handle increasing amounts of data or more devices on demand;

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Navigate development complexities with ease when it comes to developing systems for different operating environments (e.g., low-power devices, real-time systems, etc.);

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Optimize embedded devices to improve performance and streamline resource management.

From design to maintenance: Our embedded software development services

Embedded hardware design and engineering

We design tailored hardware solutions, including selecting the appropriate microcontrollers, sensors, and interfaces to meet the specific needs of your application.

  • Components selection, Bill of Materials (BOM), and cost optimization;
  • Hardware prototyping;
  • Schematic development and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design;
  • Hardware platform initialization and configuration;
  • Low-power radio frequency system design, integration, and optimization;
  • Sensor integration and calibration.

Firmware development services

Our expert team develops custom firmware for microcontrollers, SoCs, and embedded processors across multiple platforms.

  • Firmware development consulting;
  • Custom bootloaders for secure and efficient system initialization;
  • Specialized drivers for hardware components and peripherals;
  • Firmware optimization;
  • Prototyping and simulation;
  • Firmware porting and migration;
  • Firmware documentation and support.

Embedded operating systems integration

We choose operating system solutions and tailor them to your hardware constraints and application requirements, ensuring reliable performance in mission-critical environments.

  • Integration of bare-metal solutions for systems with minimal resource requirements, real-time operating systems (RTOS) for time-critical applications, and embedded Linux for complex embedded systems;
  • Board support package (BSP) development;
  • OS configuration for better memory management, energy efficiency, and faster data processing;
  • Multi-core and multi-processor OS integration;
  • Embedded system monitoring and diagnostics.

Embedded applications development services

Our embedded software design services help you create high-level solutions that provide the functionality and user experience for your embedded systems, balancing performance with usability.

  • Custom embedded app development applications for specific device functions and business logic;
  • UI design;
  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) development;
  • Edge computing solutions for reduced latency and bandwidth;
  • Low-power optimization for extended battery life
  • Cross-platform application development;
  • Real-time application development;
  • Data visualization and reporting.

Embedded connectivity services

Our engineers connect your embedded systems to networks, cloud platforms, and other devices with secure, efficient communication solutions.

  • Wireless protocol integration (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LoRa, etc.);
  • Cloud connectivity to AWS, GCP, and Microsoft Azure;
  • Sensor connectivity integration;
  • Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communication setup;
  • IoT connectivity solutions;
  • Embedded network communication management;
  • Edge device connectivity setup.

Hardware-software integration and porting

We help you seamlessly integrate software with hardware components, ensuring optimal system performance and reliability.

  • Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) design, development, and integration;
  • Hardware and software system integration;
  • Hardware-software co-design;
  • Embedded system partitioning.
  • Quality assurance and testing

    N-iX provides comprehensive testing services that ensure your embedded software meets the highest standards of quality, reliability, and security.

    • Automated testing frameworks for consistent functionality verification;
    • Hardware-in-the-loop testing;
    • Resource usage management and optimization;
    • Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing;
    • Assistance in compliance testing.

    Maintenance and support

    Our embedded software engineering services include maintenance and support offering to ensure your embedded systems remain reliable, secure, and up-to-date throughout their lifecycle.

    • Over-the-air (OTA) update solutions for remote management;
    • Device health monitoring systems development;
    • Technical support with issue resolution;
    • Embedded system customization and enhancements;
    • Embedded security patches and updates.

    Embedded DevOps pipeline design and configuration

    We help you design scalable and reliable DevOps pipelines and modernize your embedded development with our approach tailored specifically for embedded systems, optimizing deployment workflows while maintaining quality.

    • Continuous integration for embedded systems;
    • Automated testing on actual hardware;
    • Version control strategies for firmware;
    • Deployment automation for embedded software;
    • Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) for testing and environment automation, and recreation;
    • Monitoring and feedback loops for proactive issue resolution and system optimization.

    Specialized embedded technology services

    With N-iX engineers by your side, you can build advanced solutions for specific application needs, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional results.

    • Media streaming solutions for efficient handling of audio and video content;
    • Advanced data processing and calculation with advanced action algorithms;
    • Embedded vision systems;
    • Embedded AI solutions.

Our clients’ success stories Case studies

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Software development partnership with WEINMANN Emergency - a leading medical technology company

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Enhancing embedded solutions for vehicle parking and safe storage

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Expanding battery management services to embedded systems

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Embedded and mobile development for a decontamination system manufacturer

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Enhancing the performance and usability of an embedded conference communication system

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From selecting the right tech stack to optimizing performance, we ensure your devices are as smart as they are reliable

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Mykhaylo Kohut

Solution Architect, Embedded & IoT Practice
The key to successful embedded development? A deep understanding of hardware, software, and connectivity. At N-iX, we bring them all together to create solutions that thrive in real-world environments.

Mykhaylo Kohut

Solution Architect, Embedded & IoT Practice

Innovate your embedded solutions with our extensive tech expertise

IoT software development

Our proficiency in connecting embedded devices with IoT ecosystems to enable smart functionality helps businesses connect their devices to the Internet and manage them remotely.

Cloud integration

With expertise in AWS, Microsoft Azure, and GCP, N-iX helps you integrate embedded systems with cloud platforms for reliable updates, scalable storage, and real-time analytics.

Edge computing

Our embedded software and system development services help clients integrate real-time data processing directly on devices to reduce latency, ensure optimal performance in connectivity-challenged environments, and boost device autonomy.

Computer vision

N-iX's computer vision experts enable devices to interpret visual data for automation, object recognition, and environment awareness by integrating smart cameras and embedded vision algorithms.

Sensor fusion

We build solutions to combine and process data from multiple sensors to allow real-time data processing and filtering, detect sensor anomalies, and deliver accurate and reliable device insights.

AI, ML, and data analytics

We embed AI/ML algorithms for on-device inference and learning in firmware for predictive maintenance, sensor data fusion and analysis, anomaly detection, and adaptive device behavior.

Cybersecurity and testing

We strengthen embedded solutions security across the device's layers (hardware, software, gateway, cloud connectivity) through secure design, encryption, and compliance with industry standards.

Digital twin development

N-iX's embedded experts create virtual replicas of your physical devices for virtual device simulation, advanced testing, monitoring, and predictive maintenance capabilities.

Tech stack we use for custom embedded software development

Communication

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CPU/MCU

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Our approach to providing quality embedded systems development services

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Requirements gathering and planning

We work with you to define the product’s core functionality, technical specifications, and business goals.

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Hardware selection and design

Our team selects the right components (microcontrollers, sensors, etc.) and designs the hardware, ensuring it aligns with your device’s needs and scalability.

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Firmware development

We develop custom firmware that ensures optimal device functionality, focusing on performance, security, and seamless hardware-software integration.

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System integration and testing

We integrate all system components, including hardware, firmware, and software, then perform rigorous testing to validate functionality, performance, and reliability.

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Optimization and security assurance

Our experts fine-tune device performance for efficiency and security, reducing power consumption and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

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Deployment and ongoing support

After deployment, we offer continuous monitoring, maintenance, and support services, including over-the-air (OTA) updates and system optimizations to ensure long-term success.

Industry awards and compliance

Our key tech partners for providing embedded development services

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What our clients say

Top UK logistics company

Their excellent project management was impressive. Super attention to detail delivering on budget and on time.

Director of Technologies

N-iX client Cardo Systems

I don't think there have been any Cardo software milestone in the last two years that were achieved without N-iX team. We trust N-iX to deliver product ready for production.

N-iX client Bycyklen

The big advantage of working together with N-iX is that we are very flexible in finding out the best possible way of achieving the goals.

Igor Terzi

CIO

N-iX client AVL

N-iX created a successful POC.

Manuel Schwarz

Eng Manager of Data & Analytics Services

Global Fortune 100 manufacturing company

They balance strong software expertise with a state-of-the-art approach to managing software projects. This was a complex migration project, and they took us by the hand and guided us through it.

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Why choose N-iX for your embedded software development needs

  • Proven track record of delivering custom end-to-end embedded solutions, from hardware design to application development;
  • Over 22 years of experience in global tech industry;
  • Strong IoT and embedded expertise with over 60 delivered projects;
  • Over 2,400 software experts skilled in C, C++, Python, and other languages, technologies, and frameworks to build a reliable embedded software from scratch;
  • Embedded and IoT lab for iterative development and solution viability assessment;
  • Access to top embedded experts in 25 countries across Europe, Latin America, and Asia;
  • Experience with new-generation sensors, chipsets, and communication technologies;
  • Experience in providing embedded software development services to manufacturing, automotive, logistics, healthcare, agriculture, and energy enterprises;
  • Partnerships with semiconductor producers (Nordic Semiconductor), microcontroller manufacturers (Raspberry Pi), network connectivity providers (Wirepas), etc.
  • Compliance with industry standards, practices, and regulations (GDPR, ISO/IEC 27701:2019, ISO 27001:2013, CyberGRX).
  • Partnerships with AWS, GCP, and Microsoft Azure cloud providers for integrating powerful data processing capabilities.

Our experts in embedded software development

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Artem Kharchenko

Senior VP Delivery

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Igor Kozakevych

Head of Delivery Unit

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Mykhaylo Kohut

Solution Architect, Embedded & IoT Practice

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Dmytro Humennyi

Ph.D. in robotics and automatic control systems, Automotive consultant

FAQ

Embedded software is specialized software designed to run on hardware or non-PC devices, tailored for specific hardware with limited processing power and memory. It's widely used across industries, powering solutions such as GPS in cars, industrial robots, calculators, and smartwatches.

Typical software, such as Office 365 or Adobe Photoshop are applications that run on an operating system within a computer (Windows, MacOS). Embedded software usually runs on embedded devices that can or cannot have a user interface, and they can operate with or without an operating system.

A real-time operating system is an operating system designed to process data at the moment of its capturing, ensuring timely and predictable responses. In embedded systems where timing is critical, such as in automotive safety systems or industrial automation, having RTOS systems properly deployed is crucial for the embedded solution to ensure its availability and reliability.

Embedded developers primarily use languages like C and C++ when providing embedded programming services due to their efficiency and control over hardware. Assembly language is also used for low-level programming, while Python is gaining popularity for scripting and automation tasks. When providing embedded software development services, N-iX engineers use C, C++, Python, Assembly languages and other tech stack.

AI is used in embedded systems to add advanced processing capabilities and increase efficiency and enable proactive and reactive intelligence. The gathered data helps on-device algorithms adapt to changing environments, improve performance, and recognize user behavior. Embedded AI is often featured in voice recognition, object detection, and autonomous navigation in robots and drones. Our embedded systems services include AI and ML integration to power the devices with more computational power.

Businesses from manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, consumer electronics, telecom, predictive maintenance, agriculture, and other industries can benefit from embedded software development services.

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