Design and develop embedded firmware for memory and SoC platforms, implement/debug software, and collaborate on system testing.
We’re looking for a motivated Firmware Engineer to join a dynamic team developing embedded software for high-performance memory and system-on-chip platforms. You’ll work hands-on with both firmware and diagnostic software, helping shape next-generation memory interface products.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop embedded firmware from requirements through deployment.
- Implement and debug software for embedded devices and systems.
- Participate in architecture design, documentation, and code reviews.
- Integrate, test, and validate new firmware features.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support system bring-up and testing.
Qualifications
- BS or higher degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- Strong C/C++ programming skills and understanding of embedded systems.
- Hands-on experience with debugging tools and software validation.
- Familiarity with Python or other scripting languages for automation and testing.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Preferred / Plus
- Experience with device drivers and low-level hardware interfaces.
- Familiarity with Linux kernel development or RTOS concepts.
- Understanding of multi-threaded execution, interrupts, and synchronization mechanisms.
- Experience with SoC platforms, BIOS, or BMC development.
Top Skills
C
C++
Python
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