Firmware Developer

Firmware Developer

Work Location: Bucks County, Pennsylvania

Summary:

Contribute to the creation and advancement of in-house solutions for patient monitoring and management applications, focusing on firmware development and device integration.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and troubleshoot firmware for both BareMetal and RTOS-based boards, ensuring robust device functionality.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to bring up new PCBs using schematics and support hardware integration.
• Create and maintain Python scripts for device testing and automation of validation processes.
• Verify firmware and system features, ensuring compliance with product requirements and specifications.
• Design and execute test procedures to confirm product conformance and analyze test data to generate detailed reports.
• Investigate and resolve device failures, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and maintain comprehensive technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support field activities, including travel to customer sites for installation, troubleshooting, and technical support as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years’ experience, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience preferred, in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or related field; equivalent work experience considered.
• Proven experience with at least one ARM MCU family such as Ambiq Apollo, Nordic (52, 53, 54, 91), Cypress USB chips, or Alif (strongly preferred).
• Hands-on experience with at least one technology: BLE, WIFI, LTE, GNSS, USB-MSC, or USB-RNDIS.
• Experience with low power applications and embedded device security is a plus.
• Familiarity with communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, USB) and working with sensors, memory, and power management components.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle, including requirements, design, implementation, testing, and support for manufacturing/production.
• Knowledge or experience with software development processes such as CMMI is a plus.
• Ability to write technical documentation, including requirements, design documents, test cases, and procedures.
• Experience with source code version control tools (e.g., Bitbucket) and issue tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to travel up to 25% to support customers at their locations, including hospitals and military bases.