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Pixcel

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Matawan, NJ · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Summary You will contribute to the embedded software and firmware that power PIXCEL's photonic and imaging systems. You will work across embedded Linux, firmware, system ...

Pixcel

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Matawan, NJ · On-site

$106K - $145K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Summary You will contribute to the embedded software and firmware that power PIXCEL's photonic and imaging systems. You will work across embedded Linux, firmware, system ...

SERES

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 ...

Leidos

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Leidos' Defense Systems Electrical Systems department is seeking a talented Embedded Firmware ... The engineer will lead efforts on and develop architectures for embedded systems integrated into a ...

ASSA ABLOY

DevOps Lead, Embedded Firmware

New Haven, CT · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

We are seeking a DevOps Lead who owns the full firmware lifecycle from commit to production ... Integrate AI tooling into team workflow without replacing engineer judgment - agents as ...

Vatn Systems

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Bristol, RI · On-site

$107K - $147K/yr

The Role We are looking for a talented and motivated Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our growing team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain the bare-metal and RTOS firmware that ...

Brady Corporation

Lead Firmware Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

The position is responsible for designing, implementing, and testing real-time embedded firmware to enhance the performance and functionality of our printing systems. The Lead Firmware Engineer will ...

Pixcel

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Matawan, NJ

$106K - $145K/yr

Embedded Firmware Engineer Summary You will contribute to the embedded software and firmware that power PIXCEL's photonic and imaging systems. You will work across embedded Linux, firmware, system ...

SERES

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 ...

Leidos

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Leidos' Defense Systems Electrical Systems department is seeking a talented Embedded Firmware ... The engineer will lead efforts on and develop architectures for embedded systems integrated into a ...

Leidos

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Leidos' Defense Systems Electrical Systems department is seeking a talented Embedded Firmware ... The engineer will lead efforts on and develop architectures for embedded systems integrated into a ...

Leidos

Embedded Firmware Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$101K - $138K/yr

Leidos' Defense Systems Electrical Systems department is seeking a talented Embedded Firmware ... The engineer will lead efforts on and develop architectures for embedded systems integrated into a ...

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Firmware Engineer (Embedded)

Greenbelt, MD • On-site

Clientmind Recruiting, Inc.
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$125 - $150/hr

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Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Clientmind Recruiting is searching for a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer for a growing technology company in Greenbelt, MD. This is a full-time position and will work onsite 3x per week at their office in Greenbelt. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining firmware and software in various applications.

Responsibilities:
  • Firmware Development: Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for a variety of microcontroller-based systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and power efficiency.
  • Architecture & Design: Collaborate in defining system architecture and firmware design, including low-level driver development for sensors and I/O interfaces, hardware abstraction layers, and communication protocols.
  • Debugging & Troubleshooting: Identify, diagnose, and resolve complex firmware and system issues, utilizing tools such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and debuggers.
    • Code Optimization: Optimize firmware for performance, memory usage, and power consumption while adhering to real-time and safety-critical requirements.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with hardware engineers, software teams, and product managers to ensure seamless integration of firmware with hardware and system-level applications.
  • Documentation: Produce high-quality documentation, including specifications, design documents, test plans, and user manuals to support firmware development and maintenance.
  • Testing & Validation: Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and system-level validation to ensure firmware quality and robustness.
  • Mentorship: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers, guiding them in best practices and solving complex engineering challenges.
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in embedded systems, firmware development techniques, and industry trends, and contribute to the improvement of engineering practices.
Required Qualifications:
  • Clearance: US Citizen with Secret level security clearance or ability and willingness to obtain a clearance.
  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience: Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience in embedded firmware development with a proven track record of successful project execution.
Technical Skills:
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++ programming languages for embedded systems.
  • Extensive experience with microcontrollers (e.g., ARM Cortex-M, STM32, i.MX), including hardware-level programming and peripheral interfacing.
  • Expertise in both bare metal and RTOS (Real-Time Operating Systems) embedded software architectures.
    • Experience with communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet, etc.
  • Proficient with debugging tools such as JTAG, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and IDE debuggers.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).
  • Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex embedded system issues.
  • Documentation: Ability to produce clear, concise documentation and reports.
  • Collaboration: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced Experience: Experience with FPGA development, low-level hardware design, or system‑on‑chip (SoC) integration.
  • Embedded Linux: Experience programming on custom embedded Linux platforms running on embedded application processors. Familiarity with building custom Linux features and power/speed optimization.
  • Software Skills: Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automation or testing purposes.
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