Firmware developer -EC & UEFI Developer

Overview

On Site
$50 - $60
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

ADO
ARM
UART
UEFI
Testing
Technical Writing
Version Control
Software Design
RTOS
Operating Systems
I2C
JTAG
Power Management
Interfaces
Embedded Linux
Management
Scalability
Microcontrollers
Embedded Systems
Agile
Collaboration
Automated Testing
BIOS
Batch File
C
C++
Code Optimization
Computer Hardware
Communication
Decision-making
Debugging
Firmware
Logic Analyzer
GitHub
Ethernet
Energy
Oscilloscope
Python
Real-time
SPI
Schematics
Sensors
Scripting
Software Development
Systems Architecture
Technical Support
Zephyr
Programming Languages

Job Details

Job Requirements

Write efficient, reliable, and optimized code in C/C++ and other programming languages 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 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).


Work Experience

Expertise in C programming.
Experience working with UEFI Architecture and the EDK-2 platform.
Engage in bare-metal development involving communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and DAC.
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.
Design and implement UEFI/BIOS modules in PEIM and DXE stages.
Experienced in debugging embedded firmware applications using JTAG, SWD debuggers.
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 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.
Knowledge in ARM embedded architecture.
Knowledge in PIC, EDK-2 and other microcontroller architectures.

Education and Experience:

Master s or Bachelor s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience.
Experience in Agile/Scrum environment.

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