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Firmware development services

Exercise full control of your hardware, optimize its energy consumption, and keep your devices secure and up-to-date with ITRex’s firmware development services
Firmware development services

Rundown of ITRex’s firmware development services

ITRex provides end-to-end firmware development services for consumer electronics brands, automotive electronics suppliers, medical device manufacturers, telecommunications companies, and research facilities. We help our clients with:
Real-time operating system (RTOS) implementation
Our firmware development company will assist you in integrating and customizing RTOS solutions for embedded systems. We will choose an appropriate RTOS based on your needs and configure its components, such as task scheduling and memory management. Next, our firmware developers will optimize the performance of your RTOS and conduct extensive testing and debugging to ensure reliability and timing accuracy.
Operating system (OS) customization
As part of our custom firmware development services, we assist clients in customizing operating systems such as Android Open Source Project (AOSP), Linux, and Unity Core to meet specific project requirements. Hire ITRex firmware developers to optimize the operating system's footprint, performance, security, and stability, including modifications to the kernel, kernel modules, and drivers.
Bare-metal firmware development
Collaborate with our firmware development company to create low-level software that runs directly on hardware solutions lacking an underlying OS, such as sensors, microcontrollers, and PLCs. We will write custom code for hardware initialization and configuration, implement hardware abstraction layers (HALs), create and integrate peripheral device drivers, and optimize the firmware for maximum performance and memory efficiency.
Linux kernel and driver development
ITRex’s firmware developers are well-versed in customizing and extending the Linux kernel for various Linux distributions, such as Yocto, OpenWrt, Linaro, and OmniOS, and creating custom kernel modules and drivers. We’ll also help you debug and fix kernel-level issues, enhance firmware security, and implement power management features like sleep mode and CPU frequency scaling.
Board support package (BSP) development
Our custom firmware development services include robust BSP solutions that enable operating systems to run on a specific device. ITRex develops low-level bootloaders for hardware initialization and device drivers for board-specific peripherals and provides comprehensive documentation and support for integrating BSPs with higher-level software. We also offer assistance with board bring-ups.
Digital signal processing (DSP) firmware development
One of the leading firmware development companies, ITRex helps create low-level software for devices that analyzes digital signals—from visual and audio data to medical sensor readings. To accomplish this, we implement robust DSP algorithms, establish data processing and management flows, integrate DSP firmware with other system components, and configure secure boot and update mechanisms.
Firmware updates and maintenance
Contact our firmware development company to safeguard your devices and cyber-physical systems. ITRex has hands-on experience developing efficient over-the-air (OTA) firmware update mechanisms, fixing bugs and vulnerabilities through firmware patches, and enhancing existing firmware solutions. We also provide full support for firmware version management and rollback.
Security and encryption firmware development
Our firmware development services include implementing security features and encryption mechanisms. We help clients prevent unauthorized code execution through secure boot processes, encrypt data in transit and at rest, and integrate hardware security modules (HSMs). ITRex’s firmware developers also conduct comprehensive security audits and assessments to ensure compliance with industry and regional security regulations.
Rapid prototyping and proof of concept (PoC)
Before committing to full-scale development, our custom firmware development company conducts rapid prototyping and proof of concepts to validate the feasibility of new ideas. Collaborate with ITRex to accelerate firmware development for new hardware prototypes, fine-tune requirements based on user feedback, choose appropriate technologies, and create initial prototypes to gain stakeholder support and raise funds.
Performance optimization and tuning
Aside from firmware design and development, ITRex can analyze firmware performance, identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in code, and tweak low-level software for increased speed, efficient memory usage, faster I/O operations, and optimized power consumption. We can also assist you in customizing firmware to take advantage of specific hardware features and improve data throughput.

Our firmware development technology stack

Programming languages: C, C++, Python (scripting and automation tasks in the development process), processor architecture-specific assembly languages (x86, ARM, MIPS, RISC-V, AVR, PIC, etc.)
IDEs and tools: Keil µVision, IAR Embedded Workbench, Eclipse, Visual Studio Code, Atollic TrueSTUDIO
Debugging and in-system programming: JTAG and SWD, ICE, GDB, OpenOCD
Version control and build systems: Git, CMake, Make
Simulation and emulation tools: QEMU, Proteus
Real-time operating systems (RTOSs): FreeRTOS, RTX, Zephyr, Microsoft Azure RTOS

Select firmware development projects from our portfolio

ITRex: a firmware company you can trust

Compelling offering Focus on client needs ITRex’s firmware development know-how includes low-level software for IoT solutions, embedded applications for non-connected devices, device drivers, and SDKs, as well as wired and wireless communication technologies. Whatever your objectives are, our firmware developers have got you covered! Unlike larger hardware design and firmware development companies, ITRex has a small but dependable R&D department with flexible processes. We immerse ourselves in our customers’ projects, meticulously analyze project requirements, and tailor our services to their product development goals.
Profound expertise Responsible attitude Besides providing comprehensive firmware consulting and development services, ITRex excels in various emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, Gen AI, and cloud computing. Coupled with full-stack software engineering skills, this gives us the opportunity to tackle firmware development challenges from various angles, driving innovation for our customers. “We care” is our custom firmware development company’s motto, and not without a reason. ITRex initiates every project with a discovery phase to figure out the best way and technology stack to bring your vision to reality. Throughout the project, we take full responsibility for our work and the results it is supposed to produce. And if something cannot be done due to technical limitations, we’ll tell you right away while suggesting viable alternatives.

FAQ

What industries does ITRex specialize in for firmware development?
ITRex focuses on a variety of industries, including consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, telecommunications, and research facilities. We are also knowledgeable in Industrial IoT and medical IoT solutions, providing tailored firmware development services to meet the unique requirements of these sectors.
What role does firmware play in custom electronic product design?
Firmware is critical in custom electronics product design because it directly controls hardware functionality, ensuring peak performance, security, and user satisfaction. ITRex's firmware development services complement our custom electronics design process. To learn how it unfolds, check out our guide to electronics product design and development.
What distinguishes ITRex as a trustworthy firmware company?
ITRex is dedicated to providing top-tier, secure, and efficient firmware solutions. Our team's extensive knowledge of emerging technologies, full-stack software engineering skills, and client-centered approach ensure that we meet and exceed our clients' expectations. We take full responsibility for our work and provide solutions that are tailored to your specific requirements.
How do I start a firmware development project at ITRex?
To start your firmware development project with ITRex, please contact us via our website to schedule a consultation. Dedicated firmware consultants will delve into your requirements, provide an initial assessment, and develop a tailored plan to bring your vision to life.

ITRex at a glance

13+
years of hands-on experience
230+
top-tier experts
200+
clients around the globe
3+
years' client engagement
600+
software products delivered
90%
hold BS, MS or PhD in math and computer science