Firmware Engineer 2

Monarch Quantum; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer

20 PTO days per year

13 paid company holidays

Job summary

Monarch Quantum is seeking a Firmware Engineer 2 in San Diego to help build foundational FPGA/embedded systems. The role involves designing FPGA-based solutions, creating robust interfaces to ADCs/DACs/uCs, and developing data acquisition and health monitoring systems.

You will collaborate with firmware, hardware, and software teams, participate in code reviews, and document work clearly while thriving in a fast-paced startup setting that values initiative and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop FPGA based solutions utilizing hybrid C/C++ microprocessor and HDL fabric architectures.
• Design and develop robust component interfaces to ADCs, DACs, uC, etc.
• Design and develop complex data acquisition and analysis systems to monitor system/sub-system health.
• Perform integration and verification testing of integrated hardware and firmware platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware, hardware, and software engineers.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and adhere to best coding practices.
• Maintain clear and well-structured documentation.
• Work independently and in a team while over communicating with the manager, project engineer, and the teammates.
• Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline, and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication, and documentation.
• Use every opportunity to grow competency through mentorship, curiosity, communication, exposure, and initiative.

Skills

FPGA Development

Embedded C/C++

Xilinx Vivado/Vitis

HDL & Digital Logic

System-on-Chip (SoC)

SPI & I2C

Ethernet/Serial Protocols

Real-time Embedded

Bring-up & Debug

Agile Development

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Xilinx Vivado/Vitis

Job description

Join our fast-paced and passionate team as Firmware Engineer 2. As we scale, you will be instrumental in building our foundation from the ground up. This is a dynamic, hands-on role for a self-starter who thrives in a fluid startup environment. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting edge technologies, work closely with leadership, and develop and implement engineering practices that support our mission and growth. Your key responsibilities are as follows:

• Develop FPGA based solutions utilizing hybrid C/C++ microprocessor and HDL fabric architectures.
• Design and develop robust component interfaces to ADC’s, DAC’s, uC, etc.
• Design and develop complex data acquisition and analysis systems to monitor system/sub-system health.
• Perform integration and verification testing of integrated hardware and firmware platforms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware, hardware, and software engineers.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and adhere to best coding practices.
• Maintain clear and well-structured documentation.
• Work independently and in a team while over communicating with the manager, project engineer, and the teammates.
• Use tenacity, patience, self-discipline, and passion for excellence to assure accuracy of execution schedule, data quality/integrity, conformance to company best practices, clarity in communication, and documentation.
• Use every opportunity to grow competency through mentorship, curiosity, communication, exposure, and initiative.

• This position requires access to export-controlled information. Employment is contingent upon the applicant being a U.S. person as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3).

Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, ideally within a startup or technology company.

Skills:

• 2+ years of professional experience in FPGA/Embedded Development.
• Strong understanding of digital logic, computer architecture, and electronics.
• Experience using Xilinx Vivado/Vitis development toolset
• Experience performing FPGA simulation, integration, and verification.
• Experience developing hybrid SOC and soft-microprocessor architectures.
• Proficient in C/C++ language with an emphasis in real-time embedded development.
• Experience performing bring-up and debug of mixed signal electronics assemblies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience with device level communication protocols (e.g., SPI, I2C, Ethernet, Serial).
• Knowledge of firmware best practices, including design patterns, SOLID principles, and performance optimization.
• Experience working in an agile development environment.

Startup Mindset:

• You're creative, flexible, and eager to wear multiple hats.
• You're passionate about building systems from the ground up and comfortable with ambiguity and change.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for Monarch’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Fidelity 401(k) plan with 4% employer matching
• 20 paid time off (PTO) days per year
• 13 paid company holidays

Monarch Quantum is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws.