What are the responsibilities and job description for the Embedded Firmware Engineer position at Actalent?
Description
Job Details:
Purpose of the team- Team is responsible for Battery solutions for surface team on the Audio Team
Key projects –
• The Surface SW/FW development Battery team is seeking a SW engineer to help drive and drive SW/FW engineering efforts for next generation products.
• The person will work closely with in collaboration with our internal partner teams like PM, HW, DVE and product team and external partners,
• Working with internal and external partners, Driver releases, and debugging and meeting product deadlines.
Summary:
The main function of a software engineer is to apply the principles of computer science and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers work. A typical software engineer researches, designs, develops and tests operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software for medical, industrial, military, communications, aerospace, business, scientific and general computing applications.
Job Responsibilities:
• Modify existing databases and database management systems.
• Write and code logical and physical database descriptions and specify identifiers of database to management system or direct others in coding descriptions.
• Work as part of a project team to coordinate database development and determine project scope and limitations.
• Review project requests describing database user needs to estimate time and cost required to accomplish project.
Skills:
• Excellent C/C design and coding skills.
• Experience with new hardware bring-up and factory manufacturing.
• Experience and ability to ramp-up quickly on complex and unfamiliar code across various technology areas.
Desired experience and additional info:
• Able to Debug across various environments and to quickly identify and resolve issues spanning multiple subsystems, owners and organizations.
• Development and/or Architectural experience in areas such as system drivers and device drivers a strong plus.
• Experience with various interfaces including SPI, USB, I2C, I2S, UART, MIPI are beneficial.
• Experience in Battery and/or power supply and configuration management and charging is a plus.
• Development and/or Architectural experience in areas such as system drivers and device drivers a strong plus.
• Exposure to Rust is a plus.
• Tolerance for ambiguity with an ability to make progress in the face of it.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across multiple disciplines and functions (Program Management, Test, Hardware etc)
Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.
• 2-4 years experience required.
Skills
c , embedded c, embedded software, audio, linux, rtos, device driver, logic analyzer, debug, microcontroller, firmware, programming
Top Skills Details
c ,embedded c,embedded software,audio,linux,rtos,device driver,logic analyzer,debug
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Candidate Requirements
Years of Experience Required – 2-4 years experience required.
Degrees or certifications required – Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or relevant field required.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.
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 hybrid position in Redmond,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 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 : $55 - $65
