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Firmware Engineer - Embedded Linux

PEAK Technical Staffing USA
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

General Purpose

Integrate embedded Linux with various hardware components, developing drivers, and ensuring smooth communication between the operating system and hardware subsystems. Implements firmware capabilities for our embedded products, contributing to the development of cutting-edge precision sports equipment with a focus on stability, functionality, and performance. Works closely with hardware engineers, systems engineers, and QA teams to bring innovative solutions to life.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain firmware and device drivers for embedded Linux-based systems, ensuring reliable communication with hardware components and peripherals.
  • Integrate embedded Linux with various hardware components, including sensors, I / O devices, and communication interfaces.
  • Collaborate with the hardware team to bring up boards and ensure smooth functionality of hardware components in the embedded system.
  • Design and implement automated test fixtures for hardware and firmware, ensuring stability and robustness of the embedded system.
  • Work with the QA team to create test plans and scripts, ensuring software reliability and system performance across different configurations.
  • Participate in architectural and design discussions, offering input on system integration and component interactions.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must have :

  • 2 years of experience with embedded Linux development using C and C .
  • Strong proficiency in Linux Operating Systems, including experience with kernel-based Linux distributions (e.g., Ubuntu, Raspbian, Yocto).
  • Experience using standard development tools such as debuggers, version control systems (e.g., Git), compilers, and linkers.
  • Familiarity with common communication protocols like I2C, USB, and SPI, and how to interface with peripherals and hardware components.
  • Comfortable with reading and interpreting schematic diagrams to understand hardware design and requirements.
  • Experience with ARM-based processors and a solid understanding of embedded system fundamentals.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
  • Strongly Desired :

  • Experience working with Raspberry Pi, Raspbian, or similar embedded Linux distributions.
  • Familiarity with graphical user interface frameworks, such as Qt, Qt Quick, or QML, for embedded applications.
  • Experience with threading and multi-threaded programming in Linux.
  • Knowledge of AMD / Xilinx processors (e.g., Zynq or Versal) and familiarity with Xilinx development tools like Vivado, Vitis, and PetaLinux.
  • Practical experience with writing and debugging Linux device drivers, particularly for peripheral components.
  • Strong background in optimizing software performance for embedded Linux systems, including memory management and I / O handling.
  • Experience with the Yocto build system and Linux kernel compilation.
  • Minimum Education Required

  • Bachelors
  • Years of Experience

    Pay Range :

    Annual Salary : $97,700.00 - $152,900.00

    Benefits

    PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan.

    PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future.

    Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.

    Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)

    PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.

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    Salary : $97,700 - $152,900

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