Embedded Firmware Design Engineer

Dataforth Corporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dataforth Corporation is seeking an Embedded Firmware Design Engineer to join our Tucson team. You will design, implement, and test firmware for rugged data acquisition and control products, working closely with hardware engineers to ensure robust integration.

You should have strong C/C++, RTOS experience, and the ability to debug complex embedded systems while contributing to design reviews and documentation. This is a full-time, on-site role in Tucson, AZ.

Qualifications

• Strong embedded software and firmware development experience with real-time systems.
• Proficient in debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis in lab and field settings.
• Solid electrical engineering foundations for mixed-signal, analog, and digital integration with firmware.
• Experience with general software practices, version control, and documentation.
• Knowledge of C/C++, embedded operating systems, SPI/I2C/UART and test equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test embedded firmware for data acquisition and signal conditioning products.
• Collaborate with electrical and hardware teams to integrate firmware with new and existing designs.
• Debug firmware issues, participate in design reviews, and maintain technical documentation.
• Support product validation, verification activities, and maintain existing firmware platforms.

Skills

Embedded firmware

Debugging

C/C++

RTOS

Version control

Interfaces (SPI/UART/I2C)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Logic analyzers

Job description

Dataforth Corporation is a global leader in rugged, high-performance data acquisition and control, signal conditioning, and data communication products for industrial automation and quality assurance systems. With over 35 years of experience and an ISO9001:2015 quality management system, Dataforth is committed to setting new standards in product quality, performance, and customer service. The company supports customers worldwide through international distributors, U.S. representative companies, and a highly trained sales team. Its Tucson-based application engineers and customer service staff provide responsive technical support and fast delivery, while an experienced engineering team focuses on innovative analog, isolation, mixed-signal, and software design. Applicants can expect to join a professional environment dedicated to precision, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Role Description

The Embedded Firmware Design Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Tucson, AZ. This role involves designing, implementing, and testing embedded firmware and software for industrial data acquisition, control, and signal conditioning products. Day-to-day tasks include developing and optimizing code for microcontrollers and embedded systems, debugging and resolving firmware issues, and collaborating closely with electrical and hardware engineering teams to integrate firmware with new and existing products. The engineer will participate in design reviews, create technical documentation, and support product validation and verification activities. Additional responsibilities include maintaining existing firmware platforms, contributing to product improvements, and ensuring designs meet quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong embedded software and firmware development skills, including experience with real-time systems and microcontroller-based designs.
• Proficiency in debugging, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis of embedded systems in laboratory and field environments.
• Solid foundation in electrical engineering principles relevant to mixed-signal, analog, and digital circuit integration with embedded firmware.
• Experience with general software development practices, including version control, documentation, and collaborative workflows.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field; an advanced degree is beneficial.
• Familiarity with industrial electronics, data acquisition, control systems, or signal conditioning is preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Tucson, AZ, collaborate in cross-functional teams, and communicate technical concepts clearly in writing and speaking.
• Knowledge of C/C++, embedded operating systems, hardware interfaces (e.g., SPI, I2C, UART), and test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers is a plus.