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This position has the option to be located in either our Cincinnati, OH or Mooresville, NC office.Corvid Technologies is seeking a talented and motivated Firmware Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and debugging low-level software that brings our next-generation hardware products to life.This position will work closely with cross-functional teams consisting of hardware engineers, systems engineers and key stakeholders to deliver embedded solutions from concept to production. Success in this role requires active, hands-on lab work utilizing oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar tools to bring up and validate hardware prototypes.Key Responsibilities:Architecture & Development: Lead the design and implementation of modular, maintainable, and robust firmware utilizing Embedded C and C++ in both bare-metal and Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) configurations. Extensive knowledge of state machines and similar designs patternsHardware Integration & Bring-Up: Work closely with Electrical Engineering (EE) teams during schematic design, layout reviews, and initial board bring-up. Evaluate and troubleshoot sub-circuits within the custom PCB and validate sensor functionality to resolve complex hardware/software interaction issuesPeripheral & Protocol Development: Architect and optimize hardware abstraction layers (HAL) and low-level communication protocols including SPI, I2C, UART, CAN bus and USBTesting & CI/CD: Develop test suites for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and unit testing. Implement code-review standards and drive automated firmware compilation through CI/CD pipelinesCommunication & Customer Interface: Capability to define and adapt requirements and break down problems to achieve defined development schedules. Exhibits strong problem-solving skills and knowledge to assist both internal and external customers through the project life cycle and design reviewsRequirements:Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field3+ years of professional engineering experience delivering production-ready firmware for commercial or industrial embedded systemsMastery of Embedded C and C++. Experience with Python or Bash for scripting and testing is a strong asset as well as the ability to adapt new languages and software frameworks to various projectsHands-on experience developing for microcontrollers and microprocessors leveraging ARM Cortex and RISC-V architectures. Knowledge of Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA), System on Modules (SoM) and single board computers (SBC).Experience using physical hardware debugging infrastructure via JTAG / SWD and standard electronic lab bench equipment.Proficiency with modern version control systems (Git) and Agile project management lifecyclesAbout Corvid:Corvid Technologies is an engineering firm specializing in using high-fidelity, computational modeling and simulation to analyze, design and manufacture products for aerospace, DoD, and commercial customers. We offer a fast-paced and flexible work environment that encourages creativity and collaboration. Our team works on difficult, cutting-edge technical challenges using state-of-the-art technologies and resources.Why Corvid:We value our employee-owners and in addition to providing challenging work opportunities and competitive pay, Corvid believes in providing a strong benefit package that provides value to our team members at all stages of their career.Corvid benefits include:Employee Stock Ownership Plan via our generous 401(k) MatchingMedical Insurance via Blue Cross - including a PPO and High-Deductible offering (with company HSA contribution)Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of industry experience (not tenure)Career Development and Continuing Education opportunitiesCompany provided life, long-term and short-term disability insuranceIncentive opportunities to reward strong performance and corporate growthAttractive corporate facilities that include Lake Norman access, out-door activities (including grills) and more