Lead Firmware Developer

W2 ONLY. NO C2C / CORP-CORP / 1099 / 3RD PARTY CANDIDATES.

6 month contract. Likely to extend / option to hire.

Client: A major global corporation and a leader in their industry operating over 350 manufacturing facilities with annual revenue earning over $24B and employing over 15,000.

Overview:

Seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Firmware Developer to join our team. The position will be responsible for leading and managing the firmware development process, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality firmware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and product managers, to develop and implement a firmware roadmap that aligns with our business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in firmware development, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering innovative solutions.

Role:

• Lead and manage the firmware development process from concept to release, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define firmware requirements, specifications, and architecture for new products or features.
• Provide technical guidance to firmware engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Conduct thorough testing and verification of firmware solutions, identifying and resolving any issues or bugs.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of firmware with hardware components.
• Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies in firmware development and provide recommendations for process improvements and tooling enhancements.
• Collaborate with product managers to define firmware roadmaps and prioritize feature development based on customer needs and market trends.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations throughout the firmware development process.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and enforce coding best practices to maintain high-quality codebase.

Qualifications:

• 8 years work experience within the United States.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 7 – 10 years experience in firmware development with strong E2E architecture and integration.
• Expertise in C/C programming language.
• Experience with wireless communication protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) is a plus.
• Strong lead experience and project management skills experience with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.