Embedded Software Engineer (Firmware) - ESEF 0401 SS#1

Job Title: Embedded Software Engineer (Firmware)

Location: Redmond, WA (Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months
Experience Required: 8+ Years
Education: Bachelor s degree required (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related); Master s preferred

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Embedded Software Engineer to develop firmware for a custom System-on-Chip (SoC) within an advanced research and development environment. This role involves working on cutting-edge hardware and integrating multiple sensor technologies into embedded systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop firmware to integrate custom image sensors with microcontrollers (MCUs)
• Interface firmware with hardware acceleration blocks
• Develop firmware for sensors such as IMU, barometers, and magnetometers
• Design and implement bootloaders
• Build test applications to interface with various peripherals
• Validate and test firmware with hardware systems
• Document system design, development processes, and performance analysis

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in firmware or embedded software development using C/C++
• 2+ years of experience developing drivers for camera sensors on new ICs
• 2+ years of experience working with multi-core SoCs or MCUs
• Experience with Zephyr OS, Embedded Linux, or other RTOS
• Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with MIPI C-PHY and image sensor technologies
• Experience with communication protocols such as I3C, SPI, UART, and USB
• Knowledge of Embedded Linux and kernel driver development
• Understanding of file systems in embedded environments
• Experience developing bootloaders for both small MCUs and larger SoCs
• Experience with low-power optimization techniques
• Strong technical documentation and writing skills

Top 3 Must-Have Skills

• 8+ years of experience in firmware or embedded software development (C/C++)
• 2+ years of experience with multi-core SoCs or MCUs
• Experience with Zephyr OS, Embedded Linux, or other RTOS

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Familiarity with MIPI C-PHY and image sensors
• Experience with Embedded Linux and kernel drivers
• Low power optimization of embedded systems