Lead Firmware Embedded Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce's client, a growing engineering technology company in Wheat Ridge, CO has an opening for a Lead Firmware Engineer. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search assignment. The company offers competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus and stock/RSUs. This position is Hybrid Remote.

Summary:
The chosen candidate will lead embedded firmware architecture, development, and optimization. This role serves as the firmware SME, driving scalable, high-performance solutions while mentoring engineers and partnering cross-functionally.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead design and development of embedded firmware (drivers, HAL, bootloaders, SoCs)
* Write and debug code in C/C++ (and assembly as needed) using tools like JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
* Optimize firmware for performance, memory, and power efficiency
* Collaborate with hardware, software, and product teams on system integration
* Mentor engineers, lead code/design reviews, and drive best practices
* Support full product lifecycle (development through maintenance and updates)

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's in EE, CE, CS, or related field
* 7-10+ years of embedded firmware experience; 3-4+ years in a lead role
* Strong C/C++ (plus assembly) skills
* Understanding of how firmware works with different peripherals
* Understanding of schematics and circuit boards is desired
* C embedded running on Arm processors
* Bare metal/low level programming
* GitHub and Jira to manage the code
* They use Arm processors but open to other types of microprocessor's experience
* Experience with embedded debugging tools and hardware systems (schematics/data sheets)
* Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, and Agile (JIRA, Confluence)
* Expertise in firmware optimization and power management
* Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
* Assembly would be a plus
* Device Driver development is preferred
* RTOS and C++ experience is a plus but not required

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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