Embedded Firmware Engineer

Technology Advancement Group, Inc. (TAG)®; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading technology company in Ashburn is seeking an Embedded Firmware Engineer. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering and 5 years of embedded code development experience. Responsibilities include customizing Android OS for embedded devices, debugging system issues, and developing device drivers. This full-time position offers a salary range of $150,000 to $200,000 annually, along with medical and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience with embedded ARM processors.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Experience with GPS/GNSS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Customize and integrate Android OS for embedded devices.
• Debug system issues including bootloaders and driver failures.
• Develop and optimize device drivers for peripherals.

Skills

Embedded code development

Proficient in GitHub/GitLab

Proficient in Agile development tools

Ability to read schematics

Strong verbal and writing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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Welcome to TAG, a revolutionary force in defense technology for over 30 years, leading unprecedented advancements in PNT technologies. Our history is a tapestry of resilience and innovation, shaping us into a company that's not just simply expanding, but developing professionally at every level. We are a team of technical experts who thrive on challenges, boldly combining technologies to create groundbreaking PNT advancements. Our crew of technical experts aren't afraid to try audacious solutions, embracing failure as a necessary part of our learning process, so that we can build our clients customized solutions. As we embark on this exciting new phase as the sole source provider on DoD contracts, we are seeking passionate individuals ready to join our journey of growth and professionalization.

Who YOU Are:

1. Someone with a high degree of ownership - You don't need to be told to improve a system or to search for areas we can optimize, you're already mapping it out in your mind. You understand your department and processes better than anyone else.

2. GSD - You get stuff done. You don't waste time "admiring the problem" and instead you get to work. You aren't intimidated at the prospect of work that must be done.

3. Curiosity - You're the type of person who loves to ask "Why?" You want to understand how each part interacts to make up the whole.

4. Mentorship - You care deeply about being a part of a team and helping other succeed. You are passionate about uplifting everyone.

This role will report to our Software Manager and play a critical architect and development role including evaluating and selecting processors and subsystems, developing embedded code for both single and multi-core processors, integrating civilian and military next generation GNSS receivers, inertial measurement units (IMU), and other state-of-the-art sensors.

$150,000 - $200,000 a year

An average day as a Software Engineer at TAG will see you handling some combination of the tasks below:

Customizing Android OS, working with the Linux kernel, device drivers, HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer), and system services to optimize performance, enhance functionality, and ensure compatibility with our hardware platforms.

1. Customize and integrate Android OS for embedded devices and custom hardware.

2. Work on board bring-up and BSP (Board Support Package) development.

3. Debug low-level system issues including bootloaders, kernel panics, and driver failures.

4. Develop and optimize device drivers for various peripherals.

5.Analyze and optimize system performance and power consumption.

6. Maintain security compliance and implement secure boot, SELinux, dm-verity, etc.

Developing code and state machines for 32bit microcontrollers including:

1. Embedded systems design on bare metal, RTOS, and Android environments.

2. Microcontrollers communication interfaces including SPI, I2C, UART, MIPI, CAN, and USB as well as GPIO’s and interrupts.

4. Power management through selective use of power islands/states, core switching, and dynamic clocking.

Requirements: (You MUST bring these skills to our team)

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering with 5 years’ experience of embedded code development experience with ARM processors.

2. Able to read schematics and component data sheets.

3. Proficient with version control software- GitHub/GitLab.

4. Proficient with Agile development tools- Atlassian.

5. Eligible to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

6. Strong verbal, writing, and documentation skills.

Nice to Haves: (You don't need to have all of these, but they sure help)

1. GPS, GNSS experience strongly desired.

2. Passion for learning new technologies.

3. Ability to use basic lab equipment.

4. Experience using debugging software, emulators, simulators for testing.

5. Ability to be agile.

6. Ability to work independently, as well as having the ability to collaborate with team groups.

7. DoD Secret or TS cleared.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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