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Firmware Developer EC & UEFI Developer on Qualcomm ARM Platforms (Snapdragon).

Location: Houston, Texas .Onsite

Duration: 12+ Months

Exp: 8+ Yrs

Job Title: Firmware Developer EC & UEFI Developer on Qualcomm ARM Platforms (Snapdragon).

Must Have: x86 architecture, UEFI BIOS, ARM architecture, Firmware development, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, EC, Windows on ARM, Debugging

In Bios : Low-level Developer experience required.

Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced software developer to work on Windows on ARM (WOA) / Qualcomm's Windows on Snapdragon (WOS) systems. The candidate will develop, test, and optimize software for ARM systems, working closely with hardware engineers to ensure the smooth operation of devices and systems. This position requires a deep understanding of UEFI, BIOS, EDK-2, WMI infrastructure, Embedded Controller architectures, programming languages like C/C++/Python, and hands-on experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS). A deep knowledge of ARM architecture and working in an Agile & Scrum environment is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop software for Qualcomm ARM Snapdragon SOC hardware platforms.
• Write efficient, reliable, and optimized code in C/C++ and other programming languages for ARM systems to ensure system functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with hardware architects to ensure seamless integration of software and hardware components.
• Develop software that meets performance, reliability, and scalability standards.
• Optimize software performance, including memory usage, processing speed, and energy efficiency.
• Participate in system architecture design and contribute to technical decision-making.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for software development and testing.
• Document software design, coding practices, and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure the software meets industry standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.
• Analyze project requirements and translate them into ARM software design specifications.
• Write efficient, reusable modules that interfaces with hardware components such as sensors, actuators, and communication modules.
• Test and debug software using simulation tools, hardware emulators, and on-target testing methods in simulated environments before deployment to real-world devices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and validate product functionality.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for software-related issues.
• Work in hybrid development environments (predictive and adaptive).

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with developing firmware applications on ARM processors.
• Expertise in ARM embedded architecture.
• Expertise in C programming.
• Experience working with UEFI Architecture and the EDK-2 platform.
• Design and implement UEFI/BIOS modules in PEIM and DXE stages.
• Engage in bare-metal development involving communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and DAC.
• Experienced in debugging embedded firmware applications using JTAG, SWD debuggers.
• Familiarity with Python, batch files, command shells, and other relevant scripting languages.
• Familiarity with version control systems GitHub and CICD development pipelines.
• Familiarity with bare metal systems, board bring-up, and bootloader architecture.
• Familiarity with using logic analyzers, I2C analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other relevant tools.
• Understanding basic analog and digital electronic concepts and ability to understand HW schematics.
• Ability to understand technical specifications, data sheets, and develop firmware solutions based on requirements.
• Solid experience with RTOS (Real-Time Operating Systems), embedded Linux, and other embedded platforms like ThreadX and Zephyr OS.
• Understanding low-level hardware architecture, software optimization, memory management, and real-time processing.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ARM architecture, PIC, EDK-2 and other microcontroller architectures.
• Experience with embedded security and encryption protocols.
• Knowledge of communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, or Ethernet.
• Knowledge of Python or other scripting languages for testing automation.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and tools like ADO.
• Understanding of power management techniques for low-power embedded systems.

Education and Experience:

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environment.

Skills

Requirement

UEFI, BIOS - Development Exp

Must Have

EDK-2, WMI Hands on experience

Must Have

C/C++ -Hands on expertise

Must Have

ARM embedded architecture knowledge

Must Have

Prior experience with Windows on ARM (WOA)

Must Have

Firmware application development on ARM processors

Must Have

JTAG, SWD debuggers

Preferred Skill

RTOS, embedded Linux/any embedded platforms

Preferred Skill

Qualcomm's Windows on Snapdragon (WOS) systems

Preferred Skill

UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and DAC

Must Have

GitHub and CICD development pipelines

Nice to Have

Python or other scripting languages for testing automation

Nice to Have

Bare metal systems, board bring-up, and bootloader architecture

Preferred Skill

Design of UEFI/BIOS modules

Preferred Skill

Prior experience with creating ARM software design specifications

Preferred Skill

Thanks and Regards

Rounik Raj

Lead Recruiter

Direct: 678-747-0065

Email: Rounik.Raj@primussoft.com

3061 Peachtree Industrial Blvd|Duluth, GA-30097