Firmware Engineer

GE HealthCare; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

GE HealthCare in Wisconsin is seeking an entry-level Firmware Engineer to design, develop, test, and integrate embedded software that supports real-time performance for advanced MRI systems. You will gain exposure to AI-assisted approaches and work with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software.

You should bring hands-on experience with C++ and object-oriented design, and a strong interest in growing those skills with guidance from experienced engineers in a regulated medical-device

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Coursework/internship/co-op/project using C++ and OO programming concepts.
• Foundational understanding of embedded systems, firmware, computer architecture, OS, or related software concepts.
• Willingness to learn the software development life cycle from requirements to verification.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain embedded software using C++ and OO programming principles.
• Learn how real-time firmware components interface with hardware while supporting safety, reliability, determinism, and testability.
• Collaborate with system, hardware, and firmware teams to translate requirements into tasks.
• Participate in design and code reviews to apply coding standards and best practices.
• Work in an Agile environment with sprint planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

C++

Embedded systems

Object-oriented programming

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

RTOS

Linux-based development

Job description

Job Description Summary

Build intelligent technology that improves patient lives.

Job Description Summary

Build intelligent technology that improves patient lives. We are seeking an entry-level Firmware Engineer to join our team supporting advanced Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) systems. In this role, you will learn to design, develop, test, and integrate embedded software that supports reliable, real-time performance for sophisticated medical devices, while gaining exposure to modern AI-assisted approaches that can improve development quality and innovation. You would bring some hands-on experience with C++ and object-oriented design and a strong interest in growing those skills with support from experienced teams. We believe great engineering starts with strong fundamentals and a growth mindset. If you’re early in your career, passionate about building robust software, eager to learn from experienced engineers, and excited to contribute to technology that improves patient care,

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain embedded software using C++ and object-oriented programming principles
• Learn how real-time firmware components interface with custom hardware while supporting requirements for safety, reliability, determinism, and testability
• Collaborate with system, hardware, and firmware teams to understand product requirements and translate them into clear, actionable tasks
• Participate in design and code reviews to learn and apply coding standards, best practices, and expectations for high-quality software development
• Work within an Agile development environment, including sprint planning, task execution, and continuous improvement activities
• Build troubleshooting skills by investigating defects, documenting findings, and working with teammates to resolve issues
• Communicate progress clearly, ask questions early, and take ownership of assigned work with team support
• Bring curiosity and enthusiasm for AI-assisted development, exploring responsible ways to use AI tools to improve code quality, testing, documentation, and developer efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Coursework, internship, co-op, project, or academic experience using C++ and object-oriented programming concepts
• Foundational understanding of embedded systems, firmware, computer architecture, operating systems, or closely related software concepts
• Willingness to learn the software development life cycle, from requirements through implementation, testing, and verification

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co-op, research, capstone, or personal project experience related to embedded software, firmware, or hardware/software integration
• Exposure to software testing, debugging, version control, continuous integration, or automated test practices
• Exposure to debugging tools such as emulators, JTAG debuggers, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, or simulation environments
• Familiarity with a real-time operating system (RTOS), Linux-based development environment, or embedded development toolchain
• Interest in working in a regulated environment with structured documentation of requirements, designs, testing, and results

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership –always with unyielding integrity.

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.

We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes