Embedded Integration Engineer - Firmware

Job Description

Responsibilities : - System Integration : Design, develop, and implement integration strategies for various hardware and software components within embedded systems. - Software Development : Develop and debug embedded software in languages such as C, C++, and potentially Python or other scripting languages, tailored for resource-constrained environments. - Hardware Interfacing : Interface with a variety of hardware peripherals and sensors using protocols such as SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, USB, and others. - Communication Protocols : Implement and troubleshoot communication protocols for inter-device communication and connectivity (e.g., TCP/IP, MQTT, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRaWAN). - Driver Development : Develop and port device drivers for various hardware components and operating systems (RTOS or embedded Linux). - Bootloaders and Firmware Updates : Implement and manage bootloaders and secure firmware update mechanisms for embedded devices. - Testing and Validation : Design and execute comprehensive testing plans to validate the integration and functionality of embedded systems at various levels (unit, integration, system). - Debugging and Troubleshooting : Identify, analyze, and resolve complex hardware and software integration issues. - Documentation : Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for integration processes, hardware interfaces, and software components. - Collaboration : Work closely with hardware engineers, software developers, and other team members to ensure successful system integration. - Performance Optimization : Analyze and optimize system performance, including resource utilization, power consumption, and real-time behavior. - Security Considerations : Implement security best practices in embedded software and integration processes. - Staying Current : Keep abreast of the latest advancements in embedded systems, communication protocols, and integration techniques. Required Skills : - Experience : 8+ years of professional experience in embedded systems development and integration. - Programming Languages : Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming for embedded systems. - Familiarity with scripting languages like Python is a plus. - Hardware Interfacing : Extensive experience in interfacing with various hardware peripherals and sensors using common communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, etc.). - Communication Protocols : Solid understanding and practical experience with various communication protocols relevant to embedded systems (e.g., TCP/IP, MQTT, Bluetooth, Zigbee, LoRaWAN). - Embedded Operating Systems : Experience working with Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) such as FreeRTOS, Zephyr, or embedded Linux distributions (e.g., Yocto Project). - Driver Development : Proven ability to develop and port device drivers for embedded systems. - Debugging Tools : Proficient in using debugging tools such as JTAG debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers for hardware and software troubleshooting. - Version Control : Experience with version control systems, preferably Git. - Documentation : Strong technical writing skills for creating clear and concise documentation. - Problem-Solving : Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a systematic approach to debugging complex integration issues. - Collaboration : Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Preferred Qualifications : - Experience with specific microcontroller architectures (e.g., ARM Cortex-M/A, RISC-V). - Knowledge of security principles and implementation in embedded systems. - Experience with over-the-air (OTA) update mechanisms. - Familiarity with build systems and configuration management tools. - Experience with testing frameworks for embedded systems. - Knowledge of low-power design techniques for embedded devices. - Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, EtherCAT). - Familiarity with cloud platforms and their integration with embedded devices (e.g., AWS IoT, Azure IoT)