Firmware Developer at Careers Verified

Job Summary

• We are looking for an experienced Firmware Developer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and optimize firmware for embedded systems.
• You will work closely with hardware engineers, software engineers, and other cross-functional teams to create high-performance, reliable systems.
• This position requires deep knowledge of embedded programming, hardware interfacing, and problem-solving skills to support innovative product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain firmware for embedded systems across various devices and platforms.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to define firmware requirements and architecture.
• Write efficient, high-quality code for microcontrollers, processors, and embedded systems.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize firmware to ensure system performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
• Conduct hardware-level testing to verify firmware functionality and compatibility.
• Work with cross-functional teams to integrate firmware with other components (e.g., mobile apps, cloud services).
• Ensure firmware meets industry standards and regulatory requirements (if applicable).
• Document firmware design, functionality, and testing results.
• Continuously improve and update firmware as new features are added or issues are identified.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Proven experience in firmware or embedded systems development.

Skills:

• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ programming; knowledge of assembly language is a plus.
• Familiarity with microcontroller platforms (e.g., ARM Cortex, PIC, MSP430).
• Experience with debugging tools, such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG debuggers.
• Knowledge of low-level hardware interfaces (e.g., UART, SPI, I2C, ADC/DAC).
• Familiarity with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) and multithreaded programming.
• Understanding of power management techniques for embedded systems.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Zigbee, Wi-Fi).
• Familiarity with hardware design tools and schematic reading.
• Knowledge of signal processing and control systems.