Firmware Design Engineer

Ascendo Resources; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources, LLC is seeking an experienced Software/Firmware Design Engineer to develop, test, and validate embedded software for electromechanical systems. The role focuses on firmware for 8/16/32-bit processors, motor control, and hardware/software integration.

You will work with cross-functional teams across the full software lifecycle, from requirements through verification, using C/C++/C#, Python, and modern ALM tools.

Qualifications

• Strong programming experience with C, C++, and C#.
• Experience developing embedded firmware for microprocessors and microcontrollers.
• Hands-on experience with BLDC and DC motor control, including sensor-based and sensorless techniques.
• Experience with static code analysis, unit testing, integration testing, and white-box/black-box testing.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation.
• Understanding of software design principles, verification methodologies, and embedded systems development.
• Experience using Git and development tracking tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware using C, C++, and C#.
• Develop motor control solutions for brushed DC and BLDC motors.
• Perform software verification, including static analysis and various testing levels.
• Troubleshoot firmware and interfaces in electromechanical systems.
• Develop Python scripts to automate testing and verification activities.
• Collaborate on requirements, architecture, design, and integration.
• Identify, document, and resolve software defects.

Skills

C/C++/C#

Embedded firmware

BLDC motor control

Python scripting

Git & Azure DevOps/Jira

Tools

Git

Azure DevOps

Jira

Job description

Location: St. Petersburg, FL (Onsite)

Job Type: Contract (6+ Months)

Rate: TBD

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software/Firmware Design Engineer to develop, design, and test embedded software for electromechanical systems. This role focuses on firmware development for 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit microprocessors and microcontrollers, including motor control applications, software verification, and hardware/software integration.

The engineer will work with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements and architecture through implementation, integration, and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded software and firmware using C, C++, and C#.
• Develop motor control solutions for brushed DC and brushless DC (BLDC) motors using sensor-based and sensorless control techniques.
• Perform software verification, including static analysis, unit testing, integration testing, and white-box and black-box testing.
• Troubleshoot firmware, hardware/software interfaces, and electromechanical systems.
• Develop Python scripts to automate testing and verification activities.
• Participate in software requirements definition, architecture, detailed design, implementation, and integration.
• Identify, document, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects.
• Develop and execute verification tests to evaluate software functionality, stability, and performance.
• Maintain technical documentation, test results, and software development records.
• Use Git and application lifecycle management tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams on technical estimates, project risks, and development activities.
• Follow established engineering processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Strong programming experience with C, C++, and C#.
• Experience developing embedded firmware for microprocessors and microcontrollers.
• Hands‑on experience with BLDC and DC motor control, including sensor-based and sensorless control.
• Experience with static code analysis, unit testing, integration testing, and white-box and black-box testing.
• Experience troubleshooting electromechanical systems and embedded software.
• Proficiency in Python scripting for test automation.
• Understanding of software design principles, verification methodologies, and embedded systems development.
• Experience using Git and development tracking tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing software or firmware for medical devices.
• Knowledge of FDA-regulated medical device development and IEC 62304 software lifecycle processes.
• Experience with software requirements, architecture, design documentation, and integration.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.