Staff Firmware Engineer

Analog Devices; Limerick; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Ireland is seeking a Staff Firmware Engineer to join the Consumer System Software team. You will work on system-level architectures, integrating advanced hardware and software components, and documenting solutions.

The role emphasizes DSP algorithm development, machine learning primitives, and multi-threaded software across real-time embedded environments. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential for delivering high-impact consumer products.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of industrial firmware development experience.
• Strong C/C++ and Python programming skills.
• Strong knowledge of DSP and algorithm development.
• Experience with ML/DNN technologies (PyTorch, TensorFlow).
• Knowledge of Tensilica HiFi and Kalimba DSP cores and Bluetooth Audio Frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with multi-threaded applications.
• Experience with embedded RTOS.
• Experience with SCM tools (GIT, SVN, Clearcase, Perforce).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with defect tracking tools (Jira, Bugzilla).

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain system-level firmware architectures combining hardware and software components.
• Specify, integrate, and design DSP algorithms and signal processing methods for consumer products.
• Understand complex customer ecosystems and integrate product offerings.
• Develop and debug all aspects of system software across hardware/software boundaries.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python programming

Digital signal processing

Machine learning

Multi-threaded applications

Embedded RTOS

Analytical problem solving

Defect tracking tools

Source control tools

Education

BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

GIT

SVN

Clearcase

Perforce

Jira

Bugzilla

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, and software technologies into solutions that help drive advancements in digitized factories, mobility, and digital healthcare, combat climate change, and reliably connect humans and the world. With revenue of more than $9 billion in FY24 and approximately 24,000 people globally, ADI ensures today’s innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible™. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and Twitter (X).

Staff Firmware Engineer

Analog Devices (NASDAQ: ADI) designs and manufactures semiconductor products and solutions. We enable our customers to interpret the world around us by intelligently bridging the physical and digital worlds with unmatched technologies that sense, measure and connect.

Come join Analog Devices (ADI) - a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. As a member of Consumer system software team, you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems with cutting edge technologies.

Staff Firmware Engineer

Complexity in consumer systems is growing exponentially. ADI is well positioned to leverage its core sensor and signal processing technology to solve these complex problems. We are looking for an energetic Senior Firmware Engineer who can couple the advanced technologies being developed at ADI with novel software solutions, algorithms, and machine learning primitives.

The candidate:

• Should be able to work on system level architectures; should be able to create and maintain system level solutions comprised of state-of-the-art hardware and software components and provide documentation for our products.
• Should be able to specify, integrate and/or design and enhance audio and video DSP algorithms and other signal processing methods targeting consumer product domains such as true wireless systems.
• Should be able to understand complex customer application ecosystems and integrate our product offerings.
• Must have prior experience in developing and debugging all aspects of system software. This includes understanding overall system performance from both a hardware and software perspective.

Primary Qualifications:

• BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of Industrial experience in the firmware development
• Strong C/C++ and Python programming skills
• Strong knowledge of digital signal processing (DSP) and algorithm development experience
• Experience with machine learning, deep neural network technologies, PyTorch, TensorFlow platforms
• Strong knowledge of Tensilica HiFi, Kalimba DSP cores and Bluetooth Audio Frameworks
• Hands on experience with integrating, building, and testing of multi-threaded applications.
• Experience with embedded real-time operating systems
• Experience with SCM tools (GIT, SVN, Clearcase, Perforce, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with defect tracking tools (Jira, Bugzilla, etc.)

Secondary Qualifications:

• Strong working knowledge of a software development process (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
• Application of Object-Oriented concepts and methodologies
• Strong system level knowledge in audio, video and TWS domains

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For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce - Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State - Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days