What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer position at COX-LITTLE & COMPANY?
Position: Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer
Required Skills: Embedded C, C , RTOS, QNX
Reports to: Head - Research and Development
Type: Full-Time, Work from Office
Location: Houston, Texas, USA
Role Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our R&D team. The ideal candidate will take ownership of firmware design, development, and optimization for high-performance embedded systems. This role involves driving innovation, ensuring software reliability, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Firmware Development Expertise: Deep understanding of the complete firmware lifecycle, from concept to deployment.
- Architecture & Design: Strong grasp of software architecture principles and design patterns.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and deliver on deadlines.
- Analytical & Problem Solving: Excellent debugging, analytical, and troubleshooting abilities.
- Critical & Innovative Thinking: Ability to assess complex challenges and propose effective, creative solutions.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and time zones.
- Adaptability: Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently or in a collaborative environment.
- Time Management: Skilled at prioritizing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Continuous Learning: Enthusiastic about learning new technologies and improving technical expertise.
Experience Requirements:
- 10–15 years of hands-on experience in Embedded Firmware Development, including:
- Programming: Expertise in Embedded C, C , Data Structures, RTOS, and Microprocessors.
- Operating Systems: Strong experience with QNX and Linux environments.
- Memory Interfaces: Practical experience with NAND, NOR, and DDR4.
- Communication Protocols: Working knowledge of UART, I2C, SPI, Ethernet, and Multithreading.
- Tools & Debugging: Proficient with IDEs, debug emulators, and version control systems (e.g., SVN, Git).