Entry Level Firmware Developer

IBM; Sandy Springs (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Georgia seeks an Entry Level Firmware Developer to design and code for embedded systems and various hardware components. The role emphasizes software design utilizing languages such as C, C++, and Java. The ideal candidate is expected to have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering and is passionate about technology. This is a full-time position within a vibrant and collaborative environment that encourages innovation.

Qualifications

• Fundamental education in software design and/or test.
• Knowledge of one or more programming languages: C, C++, Java, Assembly, PL/X.
• Scripting knowledge: Python, JavaScript, Perl, Bash.

Responsibilities

• Design firmware for a variety of hardware components.
• Develop web interfaces and mobile applications in Java.
• Support I/O adapters and Secure Service Containers.

Skills

Software design skills

Understanding of front-end technologies

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

Git/GitHub

IntelliJ

Job description

Entry Level Firmware Developer at IBM

Introduction

At IBM, work is more than a job – it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, let's talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Firmware may exist anywhere in a computing system from the central computing complex to management consoles, power supplies, and I/O adapters within IBM mainframes. Some areas use a Unix/Linux based Operating System focusing on embedded programming, communication protocols, host application software support, and user interfaces. Interface and code designs are done primarily to communicate with different hardware components via various hardware protocols such as PCIe. Ideal candidates will possess demonstrated software design skills, understanding of front-end, back-end technologies or embedded systems. Team-based experience in software development, agile methodologies, and the ability to perform software performance analysis, debugging and test.

Firmware Teams Include

• Development of the hardware management console web interface and mobile app (Java)
• Development for the world’s highest security cryptographic processors (C, C++, Java)
• Development and support of I/O adapters (networking and storage) and Secure Service Containers used to support applications using blockchain technology (C)
• Server virtualization and a Parallel Sysplex environment so that mainframes can communicate as a single entity (Assembler)
• Implementation of complex z/ Architecture instructions, concurrent and recovery functions (Assembler)
• Development of control systems for IBM Quantum room temperature electronics

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Bachelor in Computer Science or Computer Engineering
• Passion to pursue career path in Computer Engineering or Computer Science
• Fundamental education in software design and/or test
• Computer Architecture
• Knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Java, Assembly, PL/X
• Scripting knowledge: Python, JavaScript, Perl, Bash, etc
• Strong Communication Skills

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Development knowledge of Unix/Linux kernel functionality
• Knowledge of LAN drivers
• FPGA experience
• Experience in embedded systems developmentKnowledge of web and mobile application development
• Tools (Git/GitHub, IntelliJ, etc.)

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting