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Firmware Development Services

Firmware built for performance—no matter the conditions.

Build a nearshore team with the top 1% of LATAM firmware engineers in just 2-3 weeks. Leverage 15+ years of proven experience to deliver firmware that performs flawlessly under the toughest conditions.

Firmware Development Services We Provide

IoT Device Development

If your IoT device doesn’t leverage its connection with the internet, it won’t function as intended. Our firmware development teams guarantee devices like Ring cameras send mobile notifications when they detect movement.

We do this by implementing MQTT protocols, which enable real-time data exchange. When IoT devices like Ring detect an event, they can instantly send an alert to other devices. 

Automotive Software Development

For driver-assist features to be practical, you need quality embedded firmware. It relays data accurately and rapidly, allowing automated braking to work when needed. Our firmware development services team will make sure this code is written correctly and thoroughly tested.

Our developers accomplish this by implementing error-detection mechanisms like cyclic redundancy checks, which minimize failure risks in mission-critical systems. 

Consumer Electronics Development

For your consumer electronic product to maintain a Bluetooth connection, embedded firmware development must handle issues like signal interference. Our developers create custom firmware that minimizes unplanned disconnects.

They do this by writing advanced error correction algorithms to mitigate packet loss. This maintains stable communication with the origin device, even in environments with heavy signal interference. 

Smart Home Device Development

For your smart home firmware to function properly, its various components need to communicate with each other. So when a smart home system detects a command from its user’s smartphone to cool the house, it turns on the A/C. Our developers can manage these complex interactions.

They do this by using communication protocols like Z-Wave. This protocol allows different smart home devices to exchange information and issue commands seamlessly, all while saving power. 

Medical Device Software

These devices monitor functions crucial to life, like heart rhythms. So, their embedded systems must comply with strict standards like IEC 62304. Our firmware development services will make sure your device exceeds these standards.

Our development team uses real-time operating systems like FreeRTOS. It utilizes advanced error-handling routines to detect anomalous events immediately, reducing the risk of device failure. 

Industrial Automation Software

Industrial machines perform complex, delicate tasks. If our firmware development teams miss a bug, an assembly line could break down. Our embedded software development services create real-time operating systems that minimize the odds of a major issue occurring.

They use programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and industrial-grade microcontrollers. These help assembly line robots maintain precise control while making correct decisions in real time so our developers minimize downtime while maintaining safety.

Rolls Royce case study

Rolls Royce turned to BairesDev to develop an efficient, user-friendly mobile app. A two-week discovery process with the Rolls Royce product owner identified a comprehensive list of functionalities, data streams, and displays required to meet their clients’ expectations for a mobile SDS. Read the entire Rolls Royce case study.

Key Things to Know About Firmware

Firmware carries out functions based on software and hardware inputs. If developers do a poor job coding them, they could malfunction and even crash. This has serious implications, as aircraft instrument panels use embedded firmware.

To avoid these scenarios, companies like yours hire experienced firmware developers to make sure these operating systems function properly.

These companies operate in sectors like:

  • Consumer Electronics - To implement communication protocols for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi and to design user interface logic that responds to inputs like taps and swipes.
  • Automotive - To use embedded firmware development to prioritize safety and facilitate over-the-air updates.  
  • Aerospace and Defense - To create security protocols that protect firmware from bad actors and systems that can withstand issues like electrical interference.
  • Energy and Utilities - To craft code that balances energy from renewable sources with base load in the electrical grid.   
  • Telecommunications - To create digital signal processing algorithms that improve the quality and reliability of voice and internet signals.
  • Robotics - For the effective integration of sensors like LiDAR and actuators so robots with real-time operating systems can perform tasks as intended.
     

Best Practices for Firmware Development

1. Thorough Testing and Validation

One missed bug can turn your device into an expensive paperweight. Our developers use extensive tests to make sure new and existing firmware functions even under adverse conditions.

Conduct Unit Tests

Our programmers break up their code into defined modules. This allows them to test individual features, making it easier to fix bugs.

Perform Integration Tests

We perform tests that determine the compatibility of features with other systems. If we detect integration issues, we’ll take corrective measures. 

Do Stress Tests

Functionality under normal conditions does not determine a device’s reliability. We conduct stress tests assessing firmware performance under high system loads and low power conditions. 

2. Ensure Proper Error Handling

Firmware errors happen. It’s crucial to keep the issue from causing your device to malfunction when they occur.

Identify Potential Error Sources

We start by flagging critical error types. For a smart fridge, we would address temperature sensor issues, compressor/fan failures, and firmware bugs first. Then, we’ll focus on less critical but common problems until we’ve addressed every conceivable issue.

Implement Watchdog Timers

Unanticipated errors can cause a device to freeze. We’ll program a watchdog timer into your firmware. This tests the responsiveness of devices like industrial robots. If they don’t acknowledge, the watchdog will reset the device’s firmware, restoring its functionality. 

Graceful Degradation of Functions

Error-induced shutdowns can jeopardize user safety. This is especially true in the automotive and aviation industries, where cars and planes transport passengers at high speeds and altitudes. Our developers program firmware to allow the continued function of their devices, even when other systems fail.

3. Plan for Future Updates

Firmware needs to facilitate updates. By making it easy for your in-house developers to change/add features, they will have no issues pushing updates to your product.

Implement Over-the-Air (OTA) Update Capability

Smart thermostats across the country work optimally by receiving OTA weather updates. This adjusts their functionality, maintaining comfort while using energy efficiently. We program this function into your firmware so you can push updates to your customers.   

Use Modular Code Structure

Well-organized code is easier to work with. Our firmware development services team organizes their work cleanly so your in-house developers can add features without rewriting half the codebase.

Set Up Update Rollback Mechanisms

Embedded system updates can cause unexpected issues. When we develop firmware, we install rollback features that allow the owner to revert to the last version. This way, they can fix connectivity issues if their laptop is experiencing Wi-Fi driver problems after a system update.

100s of companies worldwide trust us for their Firmware services.

Why Choose BairesDev for Firmware Development

Why Choose BairesDev for Firmware Development
  • Robust Security Measures

    Once malware infiltrates your embedded systems, it’s challenging to eliminate. Our firmware development team uses cybersecurity best practices when creating solutions, minimizing the risk of a costly breach.

  • Diverse Range of Solutions

    Embedded systems offer countless possibilities by combining sensors with software applications. We offer various firmware development services to give your company a competitive advantage.

  • Trusted Firmware Development Partner Since 2009

    We’ve been a firmware development services company since the beginning. Our team’s firmware development process has driven results for 500+ companies just like yours.

Our process. Simple, seamless, streamlined.

Step 1Initiate discovery

During our first discussion, we'll delve into your business goals, budget, and timeline. This stage helps us gauge whether you’ll need a dedicated software development team or one of our other engagement models (staff augmentation or end-to-end software outsourcing).

Step 2Develop a strategy and build your team

We’ll formulate a detailed strategy that outlines our approach to backend development, aligned with your specific needs and chosen engagement model. Get a team of top 1% specialists working for you.

Step 3Get started

With the strategy in place and the team assembled, we'll commence work. As we navigate through the development phase, we commit to regularly updating you on the progress, keeping a close eye on vital metrics to ensure transparency and alignment with your goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you keep firmware stable?

By performing exhaustive tests. This includes stress tests that evaluate response to unexpected inputs and extreme loads. It also includes hardware-in-the-loop testing which makes sure you’ve integrated hardware, software, and firmware properly. And when your developers deliver the finished product, it should come with diagnostic tools and OTR update capabilities to make troubleshooting and patching easy.

How do you handle error logging and diagnostics within the firmware?

This is done by building a lightweight error logging module into firmware applications. It operates in the background, monitoring the system for errors and performance deficits. When it detects issues, it sends the details to debugging teams. Additionally, onboard “self-healing” protocols can gently degrade functionality to allow continued use when an issue occurs.

How do you optimize firmware to maximize battery life?

First, a developer would write code that minimizes system load. That means creating algorithms that only activate components when your device needs them. A device should go into a low-power state when it is not in use. And as the battery ages, the firmware should monitor its performance, adjusting power usage to maximize its lifespan.

How do you manage memory constraints in embedded software development?

When delivering firmware development services, a developer would start by streamlining code. This saves energy and decreases memory demand. They would also implement static memory allocation to reduce device slowdowns and the probability of crashes. Throughout the firmware development process, the developer would monitor the memory usage of embedded systems. This way, they can adjust functions to use resources efficiently.

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