Embedded Firmware engineer

Job Title:

Job Overview:

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Firmware Development

  : Design, implement, and maintain firmware for embedded systems, using programming languages like

  C

  ,

  C++

  , and assembly language where necessary.

• Hardware Integration

  : Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate firmware with microcontrollers, sensors, communication modules, and other hardware components.

• Embedded System Design

  : Contribute to the design and architecture of embedded systems, ensuring that the firmware is optimized for the system's requirements.

• Testing & Debugging

  : Develop and execute unit tests, perform system-level testing, and debug firmware issues using

  debuggers

  and

  oscilloscopes

  . Troubleshoot hardware and software issues during development and post-deployment.

• Performance Optimization

  : Optimize firmware to meet system performance goals, including memory usage, power consumption, and execution speed.

• Firmware Documentation

  : Write detailed technical documentation for firmware designs, APIs, and system configurations to ensure maintainability and future upgrades.

• Cross-functional Collaboration

  : Work closely with other engineering teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers, to ensure the successful development and delivery of embedded products.

• Continuous Improvement

  : Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in embedded systems, firmware development tools, and industry trends. Propose and implement improvements to the development process and product features.

• Compliance and Standards

  : Ensure firmware complies with relevant industry standards, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Experience

  : 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development, particularly with microcontrollers (e.g.,

  ARM

  ,

  PIC

  ,

  AVR

  ,

  Raspberry Pi

  ,

  STM32

  ).

• Technical Skills

  :
• Proficiency in

  C

  and

  C++

  programming languages for embedded systems.
• Strong knowledge of

  microcontroller architectures

  and peripherals (e.g.,

  GPIO

  ,

  UART

  ,

  I2C

  ,

  SPI

  ,

  ADC/DAC

  ).
• Experience with

  real-time operating systems (RTOS)

  ,

  bare-metal programming

  , and multitasking environments.
• Familiarity with hardware description languages (e.g.,

  VHDL

  ,

  Verilog

  ) and hardware design concepts is a plus.
• Strong debugging skills using

  JTAG

  ,

  SWD

  ,

  oscilloscopes

  , and logic analyzers.
• Experience with version control systems such as

  Git

  .
• Familiarity with embedded

  communication protocols

  (e.g.,

  TCP/IP

  ,

  Bluetooth

  ,

  Zigbee

  ,

  Wi-Fi

  ).
• Knowledge of

  unit testing frameworks

  and debugging tools for embedded systems.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on product quality.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision