AI-Driven Firmware Engineering
Edinburgh-based consultancy delivering robust, production-ready firmware across STM32, Nordic nRF52, and AVR/XMEGA. We combine embedded craftsmanship with AI-assisted analysis, predictive diagnostics, and intelligent test automation.
About
Ritchie Firmware is an Edinburgh-based consultancy specialising in embedded systems design, integration, and debugging. We blend decades of engineering experience with modern AI-driven workflows to deliver reliable firmware faster.
Where AI helps
- AI-assisted code quality: augment static analysis to flag unsafe patterns and maintainability issues earlier.
- Predictive diagnostics: lightweight on-device anomaly detection for low-power IoT and access control systems.
- Intelligent test automation: ML techniques to surface rare timing and concurrency issues.
- Process acceleration: design reviews, documentation, and CI validation enhanced with AI tools.
Toolchains & Platforms
IAR Embedded Workbench, GCC/Clang, J‑Link, nrfjprog, CI pipelines. Experience across STM32F/L, nRF52840, ATxmega128A3U and related peripherals.
Happy to collaborate on existing codebases or green‑field projects.
Services
Core Expertise
- Firmware architecture, HAL and driver design
- Memory maps, boot partitions, CRC & secure boot
- RTOS integration (FreeRTOS, Zephyr)
- Secure update & OTA mechanisms
- Debug, optimisation & race-condition analysis
Communications & Connectivity
- Satellite & terrestrial link integration
- IoT telemetry and edge communication
- BLE, RF & low-power network optimisation
AI & Edge Intelligence
- Embedded anomaly detection & predictive diagnostics
- Data acquisition & ML model deployment
- AI-assisted static analysis & test automation
Systems Integration & Automation
- SCADA / enterprise integrations
- Embedded gateways & protocol translation
- CI/CD pipelines & automated regression
Productisation & Compliance
- Prototype-to-production transitions
- Documentation, verification, CE/UKCA readiness
- Lifecycle & maintenance planning
Leadership & Consultancy
- Technical due diligence & architecture reviews
- Interim technical leadership & mentoring
- Rapid prototyping for OEMs and R&D teams
Clients & Sectors
Supporting R&D teams across Scotland’s Central Belt — from start-ups to established product companies.
Industries Served
- Satellite & Communications
- Renewables & Energy
- Environmental Monitoring & Utilities
- Oil & Gas / Industrial Automation
- Transport & Logistics
- Digital Video & Broadcasting
- Smart Infrastructure / Buildings
- Consultancy & OEM Support
Typical Engagements
- Debug “find & fix” missions
- Feature delivery sprints in existing codebases
- Bootloader / OTA introduction for legacy products
- Design reviews & proofs-of-concept
Contact
Ready to talk? Drop a short brief and timescales.
Direct
Email: contact@ritchiefirmware.co.uk
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Availability
Typically booking 2–4 weeks ahead. Short‑notice debug work considered.