What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firmware Software Engineer IV position at INSPYR Solutions?
Title: Firmware Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA
Duration: 12 months
Compensation: $77-97/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders, or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
Skillset / Experience:
Firmware Engineer
Responsibilities
As a Firmware Engineer, you will join the Audio Research team, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of software and firmware solutions for advanced audio research platforms. This role involves close collaboration with hardware engineers, research scientists, and program managers to integrate and align hardware and software components seamlessly.
Key responsibilities include:
- Analyzing, designing, developing, and debugging software and firmware for audio research and prototype devices.
- Ensuring firmware compatibility with hardware components through collaboration with hardware engineers.
- Partnering with research scientists to integrate audio technologies into research platform devices.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- 3 years of experience in embedded software development.
- Strong programming expertise in C/C and Python.
- Knowledge of microcontroller architectures and communication protocols (I2C/I2S/SPI), and experience with sensor interfacing.
- Proficient in using oscilloscopes to debug audio and sensor signals.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Skilled in Linux OS with knowledge of real-time operating systems (RTOS).
- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with audio frameworks (e.g., Audio Weaver, Audio TDM bus, audio codecs).
- Familiarity with digital signal processors (DSPs).
- Experience developing low-level device drivers and user space applications in Linux.
- Exposure to cloud-based software deployment systems.
Top 3 Must-Have Skills
- 3 years of embedded software development experience.
- Expertise in microcontroller architectures, I2C/I2S/SPI protocols, and sensor interfacing.
- Ability to debug and analyze using oscilloscopes.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Background in audio technology (Codecs, DSP, etc.).
- Experience with low-level device drivers and Linux user space applications.
Experience Required
Minimum 3 years.
Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan
…and much more!
About INSPYR Solutions
Technology is our focus, and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we align industry and technical expertise with our clients’ business goals and cultural needs. By fostering excellence and focusing on the human aspect, we connect the right talent with the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Salary : $77 - $97
