Firmware Engineer II

Your role

The Firmware Engineer II supports the development of cutting-edge scientific instruments tailored for research and industrial applications in the quantum industry. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, they contribute to the design, simulation, prototyping, test, and documentation of firmware and control systems that drive our products' performance, usability, and reliability. This position supports new product introductions, custom product development, new technology developments, and sustaining engineering efforts; striving to create innovative solutions that enable users to advance science. This position reports to the Controls Team Manager.
To succeed, you will need

Essential Duties, Responsibilities, and Expectations
Design, develop, test, and maintain real-time C++ firmware for embedded systems
Assist with board bring-up and hardware testing
Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for firmware-related issues
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
Align with cross-functional R&D team including electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and software engineering to ensure designs integrate into overall system architecture
Architect solutions by understanding product/technical needs, defining requirements, and designing system architectures that can be decomposed into manageable subsystems
Present technical findings and project status to cross-functional team and management
Effectively manage both long-term and short-term project schedules to meet deadlines in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Minimum Qualifications (Experience / Education)
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
2+ years relevant work experience
Working knowledge of C/C++ for embedded systems, including concurrency and memory management
Familiarity with Linux-based development environment including shell scripting, python, and CMake
Familiarity with debugging embedded applications (e.g. GDB)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Effective communication skills with ability to articulate complex technical concepts across the organization
Action oriented self-starter who works with accuracy and efficiency[CN1.1]

Competencies // Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA's)
Experience with RTOS microcontroller development (e.g. Zephyr, FreeRTOS)
Experience with source version control (e.g. git, svn)
Experience with TCP/IP networking protocol implementation
Ability to read a schematic and understand digital electronics concepts
Ability to use an oscilloscope or logic analyzer to troubleshoot problems
In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Bozeman, MT, United States (US). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Danielle Ward

Montana Instruments

Montana Instruments is an industry-leading brand in cryostat solutions for physics research and low-temperature technology, enabling paradigm-shifting discoveries. This brand proudly supplies pioneers in the field with simple and efficient tools that are essential to their work. By making cold science simple, Montana Instruments pave the way for customers' paradigm-shifting quantum discoveries. All by offering high-precision electrical, optical and cryogenic products for quantum computing, quantum education, quantum networking and quantum materials research. The custom engineering team is ready to adapt solutions for specific needs. With cutting-edge software and strategic product development, Montana Instruments delivers tried and trusted results to customers around the world. Montana Instruments is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

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Company: Atlas Copco Group

Functional area: Research and Development Location: United States City: Bozeman, MT On-site/remote: On-Site Brand: Montana Instruments Company Name: Montana Instruments Date of Posting: May 26, 2026