Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic and innovative team in Ft Lauderdale, FL, as a Firmware Engineer. Engage in developing cutting-edge technology used by utility companies. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to create low-level firmware for a new communication product. This role involves developing firmware from scratch and enhancing existing software.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for embedded systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to transition products from prototype to production.
• Conduct research and development for new products.
• Perform verification testing and write documentation.
• Implement communication protocols.
• Support internal and external manufacturing efforts for product quality control and setup.
• Debug and identify root causes of failures, implementing solutions for firmware integration.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of experience in firmware development.
• Proficiency in C/C programming.
• Experience developing firmware from scratch.
• Experience with various microcontrollers, with STM32 being highly preferred.
• Experience with FreeRTOS or similar operating systems.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of I2C and Octospy.
• Experience with Jenkins.
• Experience with board bring-up (strongly desired).
• Familiarity with Python or similar scripting languages.
• Experience with Linux.
• Understanding of IoT and communication protocols, with a preference for Wi-Fi.

Work Environment

Work in a brand new, state-of-the-art facility in Ft Lauderdale. This role offers a flexible work arrangement, with partial onsite work when necessary and primarily remote work. You will join a vibrant and collaborative software team of 16 members, with additional support from an outsourced team in India. The team is known for its upbeat culture and engaging group activities.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $68.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Fort Lauderdale,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $50 - $68