Embedded Software/Firmware Design Engineer

Job title: Senior Firmware Engineer

Location: Berkeley, CA

Position: Contract to Hire / Permanent

About the role

The Senior Firmware Engineer is a key role in our technology group focused on architecture, design, coding, testing and debugging of our embedded systems Firmware. The ideal candidate is someone who has at least 5 years demonstrated experience working as an embedded Firmware engineer, ideally with C++ real time Firmware experience controlling

Electro-mechanical mechanisms. This person will work closely with our Hardware and Software Development teams, and will report into our Director of Research & Development.

Desired Prole

You enjoy executing a complete embedded system lifecycle from concept through development and manufacturing release. You appreciate contributing to innovative commercial product development and being part of a team striving for a positive impact.

Primary Responsibilities

• Architect, design, code, test and debug embedded system Firmware
• Review Firmware architecture, design, and code of other team members
• Clearly document Firmware APIs
• Analyze and enhance efficiency, stability, and scalability of system resources
• Integrate and validate developed systems
• Support software QA and optimize I/O performance
• Provide post-production support by managing Firmware bugs and feature requests
• Interface with hardware design and development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in software engineering
• BS in Electrical Engineering or other related Engineering discipline
• Expert at GIT SCC
• Solid programming experience in C++
• Understanding of Firmware-based controllers for complex systems (PID, PWM..)
• Ability to understand hardware interface specifications for electronic modules
• Experience using object-oriented software design and development
• Proficient in source code control tools, software configuration management tools, defect tracking tools, and peer review
• Experience in bare metal embedded systems Firmware design, coding, and testing
• Ability to read and utilize schematics and datasheets for components
• Strong documentation and writing skills

Strong Candidates will have

• MS in Electrical Engineering or other related Engineering discipline
• Be adaptable and able to work successfully in a team environment
• Understanding of electrical hardware and mechanisms: motors, heaters
• Experience with theSTM32 processor family