Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Summary

Participate in the design and development of firmware used in electronic instrumentation products. Develops and documents software and firmware in a structured programming environment.

Designs and executes software and hardware tests to validate software designs.

Essential Functions

Receive direction for embedded software development from senior engineering staff.

Execute the design, coding, testing and documentation of firmware according to departmental needs.

Perform design evaluation and code review as directed.

Review software design to insure error free implementation.

Maintain an engineering notebook to be used in support of patent application.

Read, analyze and interpret technical documents to define problems and establish facts.

Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.

Read, analyze and interpret technical documents to define problems and establish facts.

Prioritize, organize, and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources.

Skills & Qualifications:

Software design

Development of software in C or ARM Cortex

Source code management using Git and Bitbucket

Ability to read schematics and data sheets

Use of oscilloscopes and other bench test equipment

Software testing and hardware troubleshooting

Ability to collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment

Trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering

Minimum of four years’ experience in embedded programming in a structured programming environment.