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Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer

spectris
Niwot, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026
Do you want to be part of a business that genuinely values entrepreneurialism, innovation and individual accountability? We focus on our customers and are proud of the difference our technology makes. We partner with some of the biggest manufacturing companies in the world and our technical innovations are used to enhance well-known brands across multiple industries. Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer Title Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer Department R&D Location Niwot, CO (Hybrid) About Us Established in 1972, Particle Measuring Systems is a global leader for micro-contamination monitoring equipment improving the performance of clean manufactures in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. We’re a growing technology company in Niwot, Colorado, the heart of the Rocky Mountains. We offer an exceptional and rewarding work environment in a great place to live. Our employees enjoy challenging projects in the development and manufacture of light scattering particle counters and diverse technologies and applications. Your Impact We are looking for a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer who will contribute to the success of the R&D Team, applying their expertise in firmware engineering to support the achievement of team and company goals and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate effectively with colleagues and cross-functional teams, demonstrate strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, and maintain a commitment to professional excellence, quality and continuous improvement. The Role As a Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer, you will be a key contributor on an Agile R&D team, developing high-quality embedded firmware for Particle Measuring Systems’ instruments and platforms. You will work across hardware interfaces, communications, GUIs, and particle counting functionality, writing reusable, maintainable code and supporting the full development lifecycle from design through validation. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners, apply modern tools and technologies to solve complex problems, and help continuously improve our firmware development environment, processes, and product quality. Job Responsibilities Participate in an Agile Scrum team, completing firmware work items in areas including communications interfaces, GUI interfaces and particle counting code. Develop requirements, design, and engineering reference documentation. Support the management of complex user stories in the backlog; interfacing with the team to understand technical needs and appropriate resolutions of items Architect reusable solutions using object-oriented design in C Bring knowledge of new tools and technologies and use that knowledge to design innovative solutions. Interface across multiple portions of the organization to support engineering, marketing, manufacturing and service needs as required. Continuously evaluate processes for improvements in efficiency, quality, and safety. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may evolve over time, and other related duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the company. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science Five or more years of embedded firmware development experience Two or more years experience as a technical lead Experience with Agile Scrum or other Agile methodology Experience authoring requirements Strong background in C or Rust programming language Object-oriented design skills Development experience with Embedded Linux at Application level Expertise with software version control and bug tracking systems Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams Excellent communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience working in an Agile environment Yocto build experience and/or Linux Kernel and driver development Expertise in Git, Jira, DevSuite, Jama, or similar Experience with QT or similar GUI framework ARM-based SoC firmware design Experience with TCP/IP, WiFi and Bluetooth protocol development Experience in cyber security  AI and ML algorithm selection and application  Work Environment & Physical Requirements This role primarily operates in an office/lab/manufacturing environment. This is a hybrid position, “in-office” approximately 50% of the time. Must be able to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods of time. This is a hybrid position, “in-office” approximately 50% of the time. Occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs. may be required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary range: $110,000 - $158,000 Our compensation philosophy: we offer competitive pay based on market data, including local, national, and industry benchmarks. For new hires, offers are generally within the established min- to mid-point of the range for the role, with flexibility to recognize experience, skills, and education. Our approach ensures fair pay internally while remaining competitive externally and allows room for growth. Comprehensive benefits package: Health coverage: medical, dental, vision, fsa, onsite clinic (CO employees), life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match Vacation, holiday, and leave policies Tuition reimbursement, Employee recognition programs, Employee assistance programs Particle Measuring Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. #LI-JC1 Particle Measuring Systems is a global leader in designing and manufacturing micro-contamination monitoring equipment. Based in Boulder, Colorado, our state of the art technology is instrumental in improving clean room performance in the semiconductor and pharmaceutical markets. Our specialized technology, and the challenging work necessary to create this technology, enables our company to attract talented team members so that everyone has the opportunity to reach their potential in engaging and stimulating roles. The diverse experience of our employees at all levels brings unique ideas and contributions to Particle Measuring Systems. Join Particle Measuring Systems and become part of a company that recognizes our success is driven by you! We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to affirmative action, a discrimination-free workplace, and fair treatment to all employees. We offer a competitive salary and benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability programs, a flexible spending account, a tuition reimbursement program, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing, paid company holidays and paid time off. As part of our value system, we maintain a non-smoking campus and provide an onsite clinic for employees to emphasize health and well-being in the workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Colorado is one of the best places to live in the USA. We offer relocation assistance for many of our positions. 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