Staff Firmware Engineer

Analog Devices; Limerick; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices seeks a Staff Firmware Engineer in Limerick, Ireland, to develop and maintain system-level solutions involving cutting-edge technologies. You'll work on DSP algorithms for consumer products, ensuring overall system performance. Required qualifications include a BS/MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering and 8+ years of firmware development experience, with strong skills in C/C++, Python, and digital signal processing. This role involves collaboration in a dynamic environment focused on innovation.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of industrial experience in firmware development.
• Strong experience with embedded real-time operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with integrating and testing applications.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain system-level solutions with hardware and software components.
• Develop and debug system software to ensure performance.
• Enhance audio and video DSP algorithms.

Skills

C/C++ programming

Python programming

Digital Signal Processing (DSP)

Machine learning

Deep neural networks

Multi-threading

Real-time operating systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

PyTorch

TensorFlow

GIT

Jira

Job description

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 – a place where innovation meets impact. As a member of the Consumer System Software Team, you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems with cutting‑edge technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work on system‑level architectures and create and maintain system‑level solutions comprised of state‑of‑the‑art hardware and software components; provide documentation for our products.
• 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.
• Understand complex customer application ecosystems and integrate our product offerings.
• Develop and debug all aspects of system software, ensuring overall system performance from both hardware and software perspectives.

Primary Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field
• 8+ years of industrial experience in 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

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of 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, political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced
Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time
Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days