Firmware Engineer

Experis; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

Health Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Flexible Spending App

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Business Travel Insurance

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Experis is seeking a Firmware Engineer in San Jose, CA to develop and enhance firmware for high-speed SerDes and photonic systems. You will debug issues, collaborate with hardware and verification teams, and support lab and test-chip environments for development and testing.

Ideal candidates have 8-10 years in firmware development, strong C/C++ skills, and familiarity with PCIe/IEEE 802.3 standards, with opportunities to work with offshore teams and grow professionally.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of firmware development experience for high-speed SerDes systems.
• Proficiency in C and C++ for low-level firmware.
• Experience debugging and implementing new features in firmware.
• Familiarity with PCIe and IEEE 802.3 standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance firmware features for high-speed SerDes and photonic systems.
• Debug firmware issues and collaborate with hardware teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Support verification and testing in firmware validation processes.
• Maintain lab and test-chip environments for development and debugging.
• Coordinate with offshore teams to ensure project execution and knowledge sharing.

Skills

C programming

C++ programming

Firmware development

Hardware debugging

Problem solving

Tools

JTAG

I2C

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Our client, a leading innovator in high-speed electronic and photonic systems, is seeking a Firmware Engineer to join their dynamic team. As a Firmware Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting firmware development and system integration. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Firmware Engineer

Location: San Jose, CA

What's the Job?

• Develop and enhance firmware features for high-speed SerDes and photonic systems
• Debug existing firmware issues and collaborate with hardware teams to resolve firmware/RTL discrepancies
• Work closely with verification teams to support firmware validation and testing
• Support lab and test-chip environments for firmware development and debugging
• Coordinate with offshore teams to ensure seamless project execution and knowledge sharing

What's Needed?

• 8-10 years of experience in firmware development, particularly for high-speed SerDes systems
• Proficiency in C and C++ programming languages
• Experience with low-level firmware development, debugging, and new feature implementation
• Strong lab/debugging skills and familiarity with hardware debugging tools such as JTAG, I2C, and oscilloscopes
• Knowledge of physical layer specifications like PCIe and IEEE 802.3 standards

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical and electrical physical-layer systems
• Collaborate with a talented and innovative engineering team
• Engage in challenging projects that push the boundaries of technology
• Potential for career growth and professional development
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to technological excellence

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.