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Embedded Firmware Engineer

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$77.78/hr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Pay Rate: $77.78/hr Contract Duration: 12-months Location: Raleigh, NC (27616) Description: Eaton is seeking an Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer with a strong focus on ...

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Embedded Firmware Engineer

San Jose, CA · Hybrid

$120K - $165K/yr

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop real-time firmware for our power electronics products as well as auxiliary (non-power) electronics. This role will work across the full ...

Sophia Space

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$112K - $153K/yr

Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer (Avionics / Platform Interface) Level: Engineer IV Location: In Person We are seeking a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop and integrate flight-critical ...

Anduril Industries

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$110K - $151K/yr

About the Role We are looking for a Firmware Engineer to develop low-level embedded software and help build the tests that verify it works. You'll work alongside senior engineers to update ...

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Embedded Firmware Engineer

Milpitas, CA

$80K - $120K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Duties and Responsibilities * Develop and maintain firmware on STM32 / TI / Renesas MCU platforms * Implement and debug low-level drivers (ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, I2C, UART ...

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Embedded Firmware Engineer

Milpitas, CA · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Duties and Responsibilities * Develop and maintain firmware on STM32 / TI / Renesas MCU platforms * Implement and debug low-level drivers (ADC, GPIO, PWM, SPI, I2C, UART ...

Electric Hydrogen

Embedded Firmware Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$154K - $181K/yr

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer to develop real-time firmware for our power electronics products as well as auxiliary (non-power) electronics. This role will work across the full ...

Mosaic.tech

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$166K - $220K/yr

About the Role We are looking for a Firmware Engineer to develop low-level embedded software and help build the tests that verify it works. You'll work alongside senior engineers to update ...

Zipline

Embedded Firmware Engineer

South San Francisco, CA · Hybrid

$160K - $250K/yr

... embedded Linux, and systems engineers, you will turn hardware behavior and flight data into reliable, maintainable software for deployed aircraft. What You'll Do * Design and build C++ firmware for a ...

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An Embedded Firmware Engineer develops and maintains low-level software that controls hardware devices, ensuring they function efficiently and reliably. They write code in languages like C and C++ for microcontrollers and processors, often working with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and communication protocols. Their role involves debugging, optimizing performance, and collaborating with hardware and software teams to integrate systems.

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Embedded Firmware Engineer

El Segundo, CA • On-site

Johnson Service Group
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 5 - 10K employees
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$77.78/hr

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Johnson Service Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Embedded Firmware Engineer for a 12-month contract position in the Raleigh, NC area.

Selected candidates MUST be a US Citizen and MUST provide an available start date, DOB (MM/DD), and the last 4 digits of SSN in order to have their resume submitted to the client company.

This position requires a criminal background check as well as a drug screen. Candidates must not have any felony charges or convictions.

Job Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer

Pay Rate: $77.78/hr

Contract Duration: 12-months

Location: Raleigh, NC (27616)

Description:

Eaton is seeking an Embedded Software / Firmware Engineer with a strong focus on DPS or microcontrollers for its Power Electronics and Battery Management System (BMS) products. This individual will be responsible for the development, implementation, and validation of embedded software / firmware for power conversion and battery management systems. The role will involve DPS or microcontrollers programming, testing, troubleshooting, and driving the adoption of model-based techniques throughout the New Product Introduction (NPI) process.

Key Functions: DPS or microcontrollers Programming: Develop and implement firmware for power electronics and battery management system products

Testing and Troubleshooting: Perform testing and debugging of firmware, utilizing various debugging tools, simulators, and hardware-in-the-loop setups.

Model-Based Design: Utilization and adoption of model-based design methodologies, including simulation, modeling, and automatic code generation to enhance the NPI process.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with hardware engineers, system engineers, and other cross-functional teams to design and deliver integrated solutions for power electronics and BMS applications.

Documentation and Reporting: Create detailed technical documentation, including specifications, design documents, test plans, and DVT reports. Qualifications:

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in the development of embedded firmware for embedded systems
  • Minimum of 5 years of industry experience in DPS or microcontrollers programming
  • Experience with C or C++ coding for DPS or microcontrollers.
  • Knowledge of real-time operating systems
  • Good written and verbal communication skills

Company Description

Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a North American leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 40 years of experience investing in people and companies. We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, 401(k), weekly pay, and more.

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Johnson Service Group, Inc. (JSG) is a leader in the staffing and consulting services industry, with over 39 years of experience investing in people and companies. We can be found locally in more than 30 offices throughout the United States and Canada and make connections throughout North America. JSG continues to work diligently to offer our clients and candidates world-class service and diversified offerings to fit their evolving needs. Which is why we have recently expanded our consulting services to include information technology consulting in addition to our wide array of staffing services.

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Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Westmont, IL, US

Year founded

1984

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