Firmware Engineer Job Description

Firmware Engineer job description will consist of the role, responsibilities, qualifications and technical or soft skills required

thisisengineering-raeng-83udtzyaTS4-unsplash (1).jpg

Role

The main duty of firmware engineers is to create and implement the software for industry-specific hardware. They create comprehensive firmware strategies and guarantee that the firmware is constantly operational and up to date.

Responsibilities

  • Planing, improving and managing software applications from inception to use
  • Obtaining and evaluating customer requirements
  • Dedicating resources to finish programming projects and create comprehensive plans to ensure firmware is operating correctly
  • Composing technical writing for instructive purposes for firmware operations
  • Documenting firmware and keeping it up to date
  • Supporting consumers with products
  • Resolve software defects by handling testing, system performance, environmental and system troubleshooting
  • Perform technical design and code reviews to provide design support, mentor junior engineers
  • Design and develop RFID credential readers, electronic locking systems, access control and security to support residential and commercial markets
  • Development of new methods for testing communication protocols such as BLE, ZigBee, and Wi-Fi

Requirements

  • Prior experience in firmware development or similar
  • Familiarity with computer languages such as Java, C++, FPGA, SOC, NAND FLASH, Flash, and Python software and systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server
  • Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
  • Ability to write protocols and firmware development practices

Soft Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Ability to multitask
  • Strong organizational and collaborative skills

Bonus

  • Knowledge on Wireless Protocols like BLE, Wi-Fi etc
  • Knowledge of any RTOS

Promotion Stage

Engineering Manager, Technical Lead, Head of Engineering, Chief Technical Officer

Salary Range (in USD)

$78,000 - $100,000 per year

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, Engineering or any other related field

Reports To

Engineering Manager

Key Skills

C++, Microsoft SQL Server

Other articles you might like

Software Developer

Ab Initio Developer

Ab Initio Developer is responsible for giving team status on a variety of projects. Their focus is t..

Learn more

Finance

Accountant

We’re looking for an accountant who will be in charge of managing and reporting financial data. You’..

Learn more

Sales and Business Development

Account Executive

At our organization, we are seeking a talented and driven Account Executive to join our dynamic team..

Learn more

Sales

Account Manager

An account manager is responsible for establishing long-term connections with a portfolio of clients..

Learn more

Accounting and Finance

Accounts Payable

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Accounts..

Learn more

Administrative and Clerical

Administrative Assistant

Degree in the field of Business Administration, Communications, or Public Administration. High Schoo..

Learn more

Mobile Developer

Android Developer

Android Developers are responsible for the development and maintenance of applications. The creation..

Learn more

Software Developer

Backend Developer

A Backend Developer is responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the u..

Learn more

Food Service and Hospitality

Barista

Join the vibrant team at our organization as a Barista and bring your passion for coffee to life! As..

Learn more

Software Developer

Blockchain Developer

A blockchain developer is responsible for designing, implementing, and distributing a secure blockch..

Learn more

Accounting and Finance

Bookkeeper

We are looking for a talented Bookkeeper to join our team. As a Bookkeeper at our organization, you ..

Learn more

Business Development

Business Analyst

A Business Analyst needs advanced organizational and planning skills, and ability to multitask in a ..

Learn more

Join the AllRemote community Accelerate the shift towards remote work