Embedded Firmware Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Embedded Firmware Engineer to design, develop, and optimize low-level software for advanced embedded systems. This role involves working across the full firmware stack-from bare-metal development to RTOS-based wireless systems-while interfacing closely with hardware to deliver high-performance, low-power solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in embedded Linux, Zephyr, device drivers, and hardware/firmware integration.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for microcontrollers and SoCs
• Develop and debug firmware on bare-metal and RTOS platforms (e.g., Zephyr)
• Work with embedded Linux systems, including kernel configuration and user-space applications
• Implement and optimize hardware drivers (I2C, SPI, UART, GPIO, ADC/DAC, PCIe, etc.)
• Develop and validate hardware/firmware interfaces and bring-up new hardware platforms
• Design and implement low-power management strategies
• Collaborate with hardware, systems, and software teams
• Perform board bring-up, debugging, and system validation
• Troubleshoot system-level issues
• Contribute to architecture decisions and documentation

Skills/Abilities

• Experience with low-power embedded system design preferred
• Familiarity with bootloaders, secure firmware development, and over-the-air (OTA) update processes preferred
• Experience with embedded Linux build systems such as Yocto and/or Buildroot preferred
• Proficiency in Python or other scripting languages for automation and development support preferred
• Knowledge of wireless communication technologies, including BLE, Wi-Fi, and Cellular connectivity preferred
• Understanding of applicable safety and cybersecurity standards preferred
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage priorities independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant field
• 3+ years of experience in embedded firmware development
• Strong proficiency in C/C++
• Experience with embedded Linux, Zephyr RTOS, and bare-metal development
• Experience writing hardware device drivers
• Understanding of microcontroller and processor architectures
• Familiarity with SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB, Ethernet
• Experience with Git and debugging tools
• Experience in design and optimizing of low-level C/C++ embedded software for GNSS/GPS tracking systems

Physical Requirements (With or without reasonable accommodation)

• Sitting: Over 70%

*** All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.