Firmware Engineer

Corvid Technologies LLC; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

Medical Insurance

PTO

Career Development

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Incentive Opportunities

Lake Norman facilities

Job summary

Corvid Technologies is seeking a talented Firmware Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering team. You will design, develop, and debug low-level software that powers our next‑generation hardware.

This role requires hands‑on lab work with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers, collaboration with hardware and systems teams, and bringing embedded solutions from concept to production using Embedded C/C++ and RTOS.

Qualifications

• DoD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain clearance is required.
• 3+ years of professional firmware experience for embedded systems.
• Strong expertise in Embedded C/C++ and RTOS configurations.
• Experience with Python or Bash for scripting and testing is a plus.
• Hands-on hardware bring-up and debugging with lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement firmware for modular, robust systems.
• Collaborate with EE teams during schematic reviews and bring‑up.
• Develop HALs and low‑level protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, USB).
• Create test suites for HIL and unit testing; drive CI/CD pipelines.
• Assist customers and stakeholders through life cycle and design reviews.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

RTOS

Python

CI/CD

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or closely related field

Tools

JTAG/SWD

CAN bus

SPI

I2C

UART

Job description

This position has the option to be located in either our Cincinnati, OH or Mooresville, NC office.

Corvid Technologies is seeking a talented and motivated Firmware Engineer to join our Electrical Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and debugging low-level software that brings our next‑generation hardware products to life.

This position will work closely with cross‑functional teams consisting of hardware engineers, systems engineers and key stakeholders to deliver embedded solutions from concept to production. Success in this role requires active, hands‑on lab work utilizing oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and similar tools to bring up and validate hardware prototypes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture & Development: Lead the design and implementation of modular, maintainable, and robust firmware utilizing Embedded C and C++ in both bare‑metal and Real‑Time Operating System (RTOS) configurations. Extensive knowledge of state machines and similar designs patterns
• Hardware Integration & Bring‑Up: Work closely with Electrical Engineering (EE) teams during schematic design, layout reviews, and initial board bring‑up. Evaluate and troubleshoot sub‑circuits within the custom PCB and validate sensor functionality to resolve complex hardware/software interaction issues
• Peripheral & Protocol Development: Architect and optimize hardware abstraction layers (HAL) and low‑level communication protocols including SPI, I2C, UART, CAN bus and USB
• Testing & CI/CD: Develop test suites for hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing and unit testing. Implement code‑review standards and drive automated firmware compilation through CI/CD pipelines
• Communication & Customer Interface: Capability to define and adapt requirements and break down problems to achieve defined development schedules. Exhibits strong problem‑solving skills and knowledge to assist both internal and external customers through the project life cycle and design reviews

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field
• 3+ years of professional engineering experience delivering production‑ready firmware for commercial or industrial embedded systems
• Mastery of Embedded C and C++. Experience with Python or Bash for scripting and testing is a strong asset as well as the ability to adapt new languages and software frameworks to various projects
• Hands‑on experience developing for microcontrollers and microprocessors leveraging ARM Cortex and RISC‑V architectures. Knowledge of Field‑Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA), System on Modules (SoM) and single board computers (SBC).
• Experience using physical hardware debugging infrastructure via JTAG / SWD and standard electronic lab bench equipment.
• Proficiency with modern version control systems (Git) and Agile project management lifecycles

Benefits:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan via our generous 401(k) Matching
• Medical Insurance via Blue Cross – including a PPO and High‑Deductible offering (with company HSA contribution)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of industry experience (not tenure)
• Career Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Company provided life, long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Incentive opportunities to reward strong performance and corporate growth
• Attractive corporate facilities that include Lake Norman access, out‑door activities (including grills) and more