Firmware Engineer

Overview

Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

Python
C++
C
rtos

Job Details

Hello Everyone,
We are looking for a highly experienced Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer to develop and verify software across real-time OS (RTOS), device drivers, and bare-metal systems. This engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams on cutting-edge IoT, AR/VR, and smart device systems. Ideal candidates will have deep experience in embedded C/C++, RTOS systems, kernel-level debugging, device bring-up, and working with low-level sensor and bus protocols.

Senior Embedded Software/Firmware Engineer C/C++ | RTOS | Device Drivers

Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Onsite)
Type: Contract

About the Role:

Responsibilities:

  • Develop low-level firmware, device drivers, and embedded systems in C/C++

  • Board bring-up, diagnostics, and verification (UVM, TLM, JTAG, oscilloscope, logic analyzers)

  • Work across various platforms (Linux, FreeRTOS, Windows CE, bare metal)

  • Interface with peripherals (SPI, I2C, UART, ADC/DAC, USB, PCIe)

  • Contribute to design and code reviews

  • Automate validation and testing with Python, shell scripts

Requirements:

  • 10+ years in embedded software/firmware development

  • Strong in C, C++, Python, with RTOS (Zephyr, FreeRTOS, VxWorks, QNX, etc.)

  • Experience with ARM Cortex-M, FPGA bring-up, sensor integration

  • Proven experience with Windows/Linux drivers (WDF, UMDF, KMDF)

  • Hands-on debugging using JTAG, oscilloscopes, and protocol analyzers

  • Excellent understanding of software/hardware co-verification and CI/CD pipelines

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