Senior Firmware Architect

Senior Firmware Architect

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite)
Duration: 12+ Month Contract
Requirements: LinkedIn Profile & 2 Professional References Required

Position Overview

HP Inc. is seeking a highly experienced Senior Firmware Architect to lead the design and evolution of next-generation embedded firmware platforms. This role requires a true architect who remains actively hands-on with development, not simply a senior firmware engineer.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in embedded firmware architecture, networking and device management systems, and Zephyr RTOS, with experience driving scalable embedded platform strategies and firmware modernization initiatives. Experience within the Poly ecosystem is strongly preferred.

This is an onsite role based in Houston, TX. Candidates currently located in Texas or willing to relocate to Houston will be given preference.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and design scalable embedded firmware solutions for connected devices and enterprise hardware platforms.
• Lead firmware platform modernization efforts, including migration and adoption of Zephyr RTOS.
• Define firmware architecture standards, design patterns, and long-term technical roadmaps.
• Drive development of networking and device management capabilities across embedded systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver high-quality firmware solutions.
• Provide technical leadership while remaining actively involved in hands-on firmware development.
• Troubleshoot complex system-level networking, firmware, and device management issues.
• Support firmware lifecycle management, system integration, and product releases.
• Mentor engineering teams and establish architectural best practices.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of embedded firmware development experience.
• Proven experience serving in a Firmware Architect or Senior Architecture role.
• Strong hands-on coding expertise in:
  • C
  • C++
  • Python
• Extensive experience with:
  • Embedded Firmware Architecture
  • Embedded Linux and RTOS environments
  • Networking protocols and network troubleshooting
  • Device Management protocols
  • IoT communication protocols
  • System Architecture and Design
  • Firmware Lifecycle Management
• Demonstrated ability to balance strategic architecture responsibilities with hands-on development work.

Required Technical Skills

Embedded Systems

• Embedded Firmware Architecture
• Embedded Linux
• Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
• Firmware Design & Development

RTOS Expertise

• Zephyr RTOS
• RTOS Migration Strategy
• Platform Modernization

Networking & Device Management

• Networking Protocols
• Device Management Protocols
• IoT Connectivity Solutions
• Network Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

Programming

• C
• C++
• Python