Embedded Developer

Job Summary

The Firmware Designer is responsible for designing, implementing, testing, and maintaining firmware for embedded systems. This role requires a deep understanding of both hardware and software to ensure that the firmware effectively controls hardware components and performs as required. The Firmware Designer will work closely with hardware engineers, software developers, and other team members to create reliable and efficient firmware solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Firmware Development:

Design and develop firmware for embedded systems based on system requirements and specifications

Write and optimize code in low-level programming languages such as C, C++, or assembly

Implement and test firmware features to ensure they meet design specifications and performance criteria

Develop test suites for verification

Automate test cases

Hardware Integration

Collaborate with hardware engineers to understand hardware architecture and ensure firmware effectively interfaces with hardware components

Debug and troubleshoot issues related to hardware and firmware interaction

Testing And Validation

Develop and execute test plans to validate firmware functionality and performance

Perform unit testing, integration testing, and system-level testing to identify and resolve issues

Analyze and address bugs and performance issues and make necessary adjustments to improve firmware quality

Documentation And Reporting

Create and maintain detailed documentation for firmware design, development processes, and testing procedures

Provide regular updates and reports on project status, including any issues, risks, and resolutions

Continuous Improvement

Stay current with advancements in firmware development technologies and best practices

Identify areas for improvement in existing firmware and propose solutions to enhance functionality and efficiency

Collaboration And Communication

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers, to ensure successful integration of firmware with other system components

Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and team meetings to contribute to project planning and execution

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Experience: Proven experience in firmware development for embedded systems, including hands-on experience with microcontrollers, processors, and peripheral interfaces

Skills

Proficiency in low-level programming languages such as C, C++, and assembly

Strong understanding of embedded systems architecture, hardware-software interaction, and real-time operating systems (RTOS)

Experience with debugging tools and techniques for embedded systems.

Familiarity with version control systems such as Git

Familiarity with scripting

Familiarity with building tools

Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with additional programming languages and tools relevant to firmware development

Experience with scripting and test case development

Knowledge of communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART) and hardware debugging tools (e.g., oscilloscopes, logic analyzers)

Experience with Agile development methodologies

Benefits

Excellent compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short / Long term Disability

100 % match, 401K Retirement Plan

Vacation and Sick Time

11 Holiday Pay

Work Environment

The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at the manufacturing site. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is occasionally performed in outside weather conditions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching. The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds.

EEO Statement

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