What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firmware Engineer position at PlaceMe?
Overview
The successful candidate will work within a team using the latest tools and techniques to develop projects that are aligned with technology changes - 4G/5G, Bluetooth Connectivity, Wireless sensors, Data Analytics, Security and Eco-solutions to name a few. This is an excellent career opportunity for anyone looking to work on various projects and expand their exposure with embedded firmware.
This position will suit someone with a demonstrated interest in firmware development and design, who thrives on the challenges of learning new technologies and enjoys working as part of a highly skilled and project orientated team. My client run projects in a close team environment, resulting in excellent experience opportunities, exposure to evolving technologies, project methodologies and dedicated talent development programs with opportunities for future career opportunities.
Qualifications
• 3-5 years Linux/C programming skills experience required along with a relevant 3rd level qualification.• Proven experience developing and debugging multi-threaded systems.• Understanding of UNIX/Linux operating systems and programming environments.• Strong coding skills with proven ability to write well documented, maintainable, and testable code.• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to demonstrate logical troubleshooting steps when working on software bugs.• A genuine passion and interest in technology and software development with a thorough knowledge of best practices and new technologies.• Self-management skills, particularly in respect to prioritisation and execution.• Detail-oriented individual with the ability to rapidly learn and take advantage of new concepts, business models, and technologies.• Has the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical people
Responsibilities
- Design – working with Product Management and Project Management on new product design architecture.
- Development – taking designs and making them happen. Writing and testing code using strict development methodologies including code reuse, maintainability, testing and documentation.
- Building high volume platforms - linking millions of users worldwide at the same time.
- Quality Assurance – developing test cases in line with best practice methodology.
- Project Environment - Working in a cross-functional agile team to develop features with collaboration across software stacks.