Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
x86 architecture
UEFI BIOS
ARM architecture
Firmware development
I2C
SPI
UART
PCIe
Job Details
Job Title: UEFI BIOS Firmware Developer
Location: Houston, Texas (Onsite role)
Exp: 8+ Yrs
Must Have: x86 architecture, UEFI BIOS, ARM architecture, Firmware development, I2C, SPI, UART, PCIe, EC, Windows on ARM, Debugging
In Bios : Low-level Developer experience required.
We are seeking an experienced software developer to work on Windows on ARM (WOA) / Qualcomm s Windows on Snapdragon (WOS) systems. The candidate will develop, test, and optimize software for ARM systems, working closely with hardware engineers to ensure the smooth operation of devices and systems. This position requires a deep understanding of UEFI, BIOS, EDK-2, WMI infrastructure, Embedded Controller architectures, programming languages like C/C++/Python, and hands-on experience with real-time operating systems (RTOS). A deep knowledge of ARM architecture and working in an Agile & Scrum environment is essential.
- UEFI, BIOS - Development Exp
- EDK-2, WMI Hands on experience
- C/C++ -Hands on expertise
- ARM embedded architecture knowledge
- Prior experience with Windows on ARM (WOA)
- Firmware application development on ARM processors
- UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and DAC
- Experience with developing firmware applications on ARM processors.
- Expertise in ARM embedded architecture.
- Expertise in C programming.
- Experience working with UEFI Architecture and the EDK-2 platform.
- Design and implement UEFI/BIOS modules in PEIM and DXE stages.
- Engage in bare-metal development involving communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and DAC.
- Experienced in debugging embedded firmware applications using JTAG, SWD debuggers.
- 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.
- 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.
- Experience with ARM architecture, PIC, EDK-2 and other microcontroller architectures.
- 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.
- Design and develop software for Qualcomm ARM Snapdragon SOC hardware platforms.
- Write efficient, reliable, and optimized code in C/C++ and other programming languages for ARM systems 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.
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