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Firmware/Software Engineer

Himax Imaging Corp
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/15/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Location : Houston or Austin, Texas (Remote with occasional travel)

Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced Firmware / Software Engineer with a strong background in notebook PC operating systems, particularly Windows and software application development. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of relevant experience and a solid understanding of embedded systems, as well as proficiency in C / C programming. This engineer will be working with our Sales and Marketing teams remotely in Austin or Houston, TX, and will be traveling to support our customers in Texas. Our main office is located in Irvine, CA. This engineer will also have a chance to visit California when needed.

If this sounds interesting, please read through our responsibilities and qualifications below :

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop, test, and maintain firmware and software applications for notebook PCs, with a focus on Windows operating systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement Windows background service applications.
  • Troubleshoot and debug software issues, ensuring high performance and reliability.
  • Contribute to the development of embedded systems, leveraging your expertise in firmware design and implementation.
  • Engage with customers during site visits to gather requirements, provide support, and ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Document software designs, processes, and troubleshooting guides.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in firmware / software development, with a focus on notebook PC operating systems (Windows).
  • Experience in developing Windows background service applications is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of embedded systems and firmware development.
  • Proficiency in C / C programming languages.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally within Texas to meet with customers.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • Working experience in notebook PC industry is a plus.
  • Familiarity with other operating systems (e.g., Linux) is a plus.
  • Experience with software development tools and version control systems.
  • Knowledge of hardware interfaces and protocols.
  • Proficient in both Chinese and English is a plus.
  • Knowledge of AI and DNN is a plus.
  • Compensation is DOE .

    Location : Houston or Austin, Texas (Occasional travel to office in Irvine, CA when needed)

    Benefits :
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible schedule
  • Healthcare Flexible spending account
  • Medical / Dental / Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Experience level :
  • 5-7 years
  • Schedule :

  • 8 hour shift
  • Company Description

    Himax Technologies (NASDAQ : HIMX) is a worldwide market leader in display driver ICs and timing controllers used in TVs, laptops, monitors, mobile phones, tablets, digital cameras, car navigation, virtual reality (VR) devices and many other consumer electronics devices. Additionally, Himax designs and provides controllers for touch sensor displays, in-cell Touch and Display Driver Integration (TDDI) single-chip solutions, LED driver ICs, power management ICs, scaler products for monitors and projectors, tailor-made video processing IC solutions, silicon IPs and LCOS micro-displays for augmented reality (AR) devices and head-up displays (HUD) for automotive. Himax is one of the global top 10 fabless companies and Himax Imaging is a subsidiary company of Himax and mainly designs image sensor and related system products.

    At Himax Imaging, a division of Himax Technologies, we develop low power CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for consumer, computing, IoT and automotive markets. We have over 300 patents in image sensor design, algorithm and process used in our Front Side Illuminated (FSI), Back Side Illuminated (BSI) and stacked die sensor products. Leveraging our low power sensor design expertise, we are on a mission to enable intelligent and autonomous visual sensing solutions capable of operating under broad lighting environments in energy constrained, edge AI devices. Our industry leading Always ON Vision (AONV) image sensors features micro-watt to milliwatt operation with low latency, autonomous operating modes, excellent image quality and low power interface. Join our team if you are interested in developing the next generation of AONV sensors.

    Company Description

    Himax Technologies (NASDAQ : HIMX) is a worldwide market leader in display driver ICs and timing controllers used in TVs, laptops, monitors, mobile phones, tablets, digital cameras, car navigation, virtual reality (VR) devices and many other consumer electronics devices. Additionally, Himax designs and provides controllers for touch sensor displays, in-cell Touch and Display Driver Integration (TDDI) single-chip solutions, LED driver ICs, power management ICs, scaler products for monitors and projectors, tailor-made video processing IC solutions, silicon IPs and LCOS micro-displays for augmented reality (AR) devices and head-up displays (HUD) for automotive. Himax is one of the global top 10 fabless companies and Himax Imaging is a subsidiary company of Himax and mainly designs image sensor and related system products. At Himax Imaging, a division of Himax Technologies, we develop low power CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) for consumer, computing, IoT and automotive markets. We have over 300 patents in image sensor design, algorithm and process used in our Front Side Illuminated (FSI), Back Side Illuminated (BSI) and stacked die sensor products. Leveraging our low power sensor design expertise, we are on a mission to enable intelligent and autonomous visual sensing solutions capable of operating under broad lighting environments in energy constrained, edge AI devices. Our industry leading Always ON Vision (AONV) image sensors features micro-watt to milliwatt operation with low latency, autonomous operating modes, excellent image quality and low power interface. Join our team if you are interested in developing the next generation of AONV sensors.

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