Embedded Firmware Engineer

Location: 1- Redmond, WA (Preferred). 2 - Sunnyvale, CA (Secondary)

Salary Range: $90 - $95/hr on W2

Introduction

The main function of a firmware software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. A typical firmware software engineer designs, develops, and tests operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific, and general computing applications.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8 years of industry experience developing and testing low-level firmware for embedded systems.
• 10 years of solid programming skills using C and C++, and experience developing production code and test applications.
• Expert knowledge of the full software development lifecycle: from business/systems analysis, through requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing, and delivery.
• Experience with CI/CD development tools and processes. Scripting skills using Python or other languages for developing simple utilities and test automation.
• Prior work experience at the client or in the client's industry.

Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of AR/VR technologies and/or basic understanding of Graphics and Display systems is a plus.
• Experience with RTOS and developing multi-threaded applications.
• Expert problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues and make system changes as needed to resolve issues.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality code using the C and C++ programming languages for embedded environments, with portability to various processors and platforms.
• Develop optimized firmware for the Graphics and Display pipelines to support the product use cases.
• Work with internal teams and vendors to improve and tailor existing firmware, device drivers, stack, and applications to project needs.
• Debug issues across the software stack including hardware functionality and develop quick workarounds to time-critical issues and provide long-term solutions.
• Writing new tests and maintaining existing tests including unit tests, manual, and CI automation.

Company Benefits & Culture

• Strong verbal, written communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Expert ability to work independently and manage one's time.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.