Firmware Engineer
Brooksource
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Job Details
Skills
- Teamwork
- Requirements Analysis
- Embedded Software
- Quality Assurance
- Regression Analysis
- User Stories
- Technical Writing
- Testing
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
- C++
- OOD
- Management
- Concurrent Computing
- Writing
- Interfaces
- Embedded Systems
- Logic Analyzer
- Linux
- Version Control
- Git
- Workflow
- Continuous Integration and Development
- Continuous Integration
- Automated Testing
- Code Review
- Collaboration
- Real-time
- Operating Systems
- Multithreading
- Computer Hardware
- Debugging
- Device Drivers
- Communication
- FPGA
- Firmware
Summary
Firmware Engineer
On-Site Role
Compensation: $60 - $75 per hour
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our client is seeking a mid-career Firmware Engineer (Contractor) to join their team and contribute to embedded software development for MR platforms. This role is focused on delivering high-quality firmware while independently learning unfamiliar systems, resolving technical ambiguity, and progressing work with minimal day-to-day guidance. The successful candidate will work across firmware, systems, hardware, and architecture teams to translate requirements into reliable, maintainable software. This position requires strong C++ fundamentals, practical embedded development experience, disciplined engineering practices, and the ability to quickly learn and adapt within a complex technical environment. You will be expected to own firmware features from requirements analysis through implementation and verification, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and utilize diagnostic tools to troubleshoot complex issues. The role also emphasizes clear communication, technical documentation, and effective teamwork with globally distributed colleagues.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Own assigned firmware features or components from requirements analysis through design, implementation, integration, verification, and defect resolution
- Independently learn existing code, hardware interfaces, development tools, and system behavior; identify and utilize appropriate technical resources and ask focused questions when needed
- Develop maintainable embedded software in modern C++ using sound object-oriented design, clear interfaces, and appropriate error handling
- Collaborate with systems, hardware, FPGA, software, and architecture teams to clarify requirements, evaluate tradeoffs, and resolve cross-functional issues
- Use debuggers, emulators, analyzers, logs, and other diagnostic methods to isolate and resolve complex software and hardware interaction problems
- Create unit and integration tests, contribute to automated testing, and support continuous integration to improve software quality and regression coverage
- Participate in design and code reviews; provide constructive feedback and incorporate review input promptly
- Estimate, plan, and track work through user stories; communicate status, risks, dependencies, and technical blockers early and clearly
- Follow applicable quality processes and produce clear technical documentation that supports design traceability, testing, and long-term maintenance
- Work effectively with globally distributed teams and contribute to consistent design and architectural improvements across MR platforms
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years of professional experience developing embedded or firmware software
- Strong C++ programming skills, including object-oriented design, memory management, concurrency fundamentals, debugging, and writing maintainable production code
- Hands-on experience developing software that interacts with hardware, real-time systems, device interfaces, or resource-constrained embedded platforms
- Proven ability to learn unfamiliar technologies and codebases independently, break down ambiguous problems, and deliver results with minimal guidance
- Experience with embedded development and diagnostic tools such as debuggers, emulators, protocol or logic analyzers, and system logs
- Experience with Linux-based development environments, source control such as Git, and build or container-based workflows
- Familiarity with continuous integration, automated testing, and disciplined code review practices
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical decisions, raise risks, and collaborate across functions
- Preferred: Experience with real-time operating systems, multi-threaded or concurrent software, hardware bring-up, board-level debugging, device drivers, communication protocols, FPGA/firmware integration, or regulated/safety-critical environments
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- Dice Id: 10110651
- Position Id: a1Wcv0000016XK5EAM
- Posted 1 day ago
Company Info
Here at Brooksource, relationships are at the center of everything we do. Since 2000, we have established and maintained long-lasting relationships with our clients and consultants to create an unparalleled experience. Brooksource is a trusted services provider that specializes in delivering Engineering and IT solutions for Fortune 500 organizations through Experience-Driven Staffing, Professional Services, and Elevate, our Workforce Transformation program. As a certified partner for Salesforce, AWS, Microsoft, Google Cloud, and many other technology alliances, we are looking for professionals who want to be on the frontline of the latest trends in the industry.
We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement consultant opportunities, to provide a career path that can meet anyone's desires. The job search is hard, but you don’t have to do it alone! We know a successful partnership requires a good fit. Your personality, experience, and skill set are all important, contributing factors to that partnership. You can count on us to take the time to understand the type of technical and cultural fit that is right for you. As a Brooksource consultant, you will be provided with a comprehensive benefits plan, competitive compensation, and even paid time off!
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Brooksource provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, citizenship, disability, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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