Job Title: Embedded Firmware Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer who is comfortable working closely with hardware engineers to bring up and test new hardware designs. The ideal candidate should be adept at reading component data sheets, user manuals, and hardware schematics. You will collaborate with the ASIC team to bring up new custom network switch ASICs, create diagnostic tests for various platforms, and work with design engineers to bring up platforms.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with hardware engineers to bring up and test new hardware designs.
• Read and understand component data sheets, user manuals, and hardware schematics.
• Collaborate with the ASIC team to bring up new custom network switch ASICs.
• Create diagnostic tests for various platforms.
• Work with design engineers to bring up platforms.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 4 years of experience programming in C.
• Strong experience with embedded software development.
• Experience bringing up hardware and debugging it.
• Experience with processor design and implementation.
• Experience with hardware design.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in C programming.
• Experience with diagnostics and embedded development.
• Familiarity with Linux, device drivers, PCIe, microcontrollers, firmware, and SerDes.
• Experience with bare metal programming.

Work Environment

This position is onsite at a facility in San Jose. You will be working with a highly experienced team and will have the opportunity to support the development of the newest products and technologies. The work environment is collaborative and long-term positions are common, with many consultants staying for over two years.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $58.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milpitas,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 13, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $45 - $58