W2 / 1099 Contract | SeniorEmbeddedFirmwareEngineer(EmbeddedC, C++, RTOS, QNX) | Contract | Houston, TX (Onsite)

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Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer (Embedded C, C , RTOS, QNX) | Contract | Houston, TX (Onsite)

Job Title: Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

Location: Houston, TX (Onsite 5 days/week)

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (C2H Conversion after 12 months preferred)

Required Skills: Embedded C, C , RTOS, QNX

• QNX OS Exp is extremely mandatory with RTOS and Linux Device Driver and Embedded C
• This is C2H position
• Location is Houston, TX
  
  

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our R&D team in Houston, TX. This role focuses on designing, developing, and optimizing firmware for high-performance embedded systems. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in QNX OS, RTOS, Embedded C/C , and Linux device drivers, along with a proven track record of delivering reliable and scalable firmware solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance embedded firmware systems for performance and reliability
• Optimize and refactor existing code for efficiency and scalability
• Develop and integrate device drivers and low-level system components
• Work with cross-functional teams (hardware, product, and engineering) to define and deliver features
• Conduct unit testing, debugging, and validation to ensure high-quality releases
• Troubleshoot issues identified during testing or reported by customers
• Contribute to firmware architecture, design standards, and best practices
• Participate in verification & validation (V&V) planning and execution
• Manage version control, firmware releases, and software updates
• Provide accurate estimates, progress updates, and technical documentation
• Evaluate feasibility of new features and applications with product and engineering teams
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical leadership
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• 10 15 years of experience in Embedded Firmware Development
• Strong programming skills in Embedded C and C
• Hands-on experience with RTOS and QNX OS (MANDATORY)
• Experience with Linux environments and device driver development
• Strong understanding of data structures and embedded system architecture
• Experience with multithreading and real-time systems
  
  

Hardware & System Knowledge

• Memory interfaces: NAND, NOR, DDR4
• Communication protocols: UART, I2C, SPI, Ethernet
• Microprocessors and embedded hardware systems
  
  

Tools & Technologies

• Debugging tools, IDEs, and emulators
• Version control systems: Git / SVN
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Strong understanding of firmware lifecycle (design development testing deployment)
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience in firmware architecture and design patterns
• Exposure to product development lifecycle in R&D environments
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to lead projects and mentor team members
  
  

Additional Information

• This is a contract-to-hire opportunity, with conversion after 12 months
• Candidate must be willing to work onsite in Houston, TX (5 days/week)
• Occasional flexibility required based on project needs