Firmware / OTA Integration Engineer - REMOTE

NTT DATA, Inc.; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 68,076 - 141,826; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401k program with company match

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking a Firmware / OTA Integration Engineer for a remote position. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining embedded firmware for dosimeter devices and IoT gateways, focusing on secure, reliable OTA updates.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of professional experience, particularly in regulated environments, and be skilled in C/C++ as well as device management protocols. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering is required, along with US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.

The starting pay ranges from $68,076 to $141,826, depending on various factors including location and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in embedded firmware development.
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Experience in regulated or mission-critical environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for dosimeter devices and IoT gateways.
• Implement secure OTA update mechanisms and device management protocols.
• Validate firmware updates through automated and manual testing.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded firmware development

OTA update frameworks

Technical documentation

Device authentication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Tools

AWS Greengrass

IoT Core

BLE

MQTT

Job description

Firmware / OTA Integration Engineer - REMOTE

Location: Bethesda (REMOTE), MD, US

Company: NTT DATA Services

Job Summary

The Firmware / OTA Integration Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, and maintenance of embedded firmware and over-the-air (OTA) update solutions for dosimeter devices and IoT gateways deployed across operational environments. This role is essential to ensuring that the client delivers secure, reliable, and up-to-date device functionality in support of radiation exposure management, inventory control, and compliance with evolving requirements. The engineer works closely with hardware designers, edge software engineers, and cloud integration teams to implement robust firmware architectures, OTA update mechanisms, and device management protocols that meet stringent operational, cybersecurity, and safety standards. The Firmware / OTA Integration Engineer develops and maintains embedded code for microcontrollers and wireless modules, implements secure boot and update processes, and ensures seamless integration with AWS Greengrass and cloud services for remote firmware deployment, monitoring, and rollback. The engineer is responsible for validating firmware updates through automated and manual testing, supporting field deployment and troubleshooting, and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation. This role is critical for enabling the client to maintain operational readiness, minimize device downtime, and ensure that all deployed dosimeters and gateways remain compliant with the latest security and functional requirements.

Job Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain embedded firmware for dosimeter devices and IoT gateways
• Implement secure, reliable OTA update mechanisms, including remote deployment, monitoring, and rollback capabilities
• Integrate firmware and OTA solutions with AWS Greengrass, IoT Core, and cloud services
• Develop and maintain secure boot, device authentication, and encrypted update processes
• Collaborate with hardware, edge software, and backend teams to ensure seamless end-to-end device management
• Validate firmware updates through automated and manual testing, supporting field deployment and troubleshooting
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for firmware, OTA processes, and integration workflows
• Ensure all firmware and OTA solutions comply with client cybersecurity, safety, and operational requirements
• Support the development and execution of test plans, field validation, and user acceptance testing for firmware releases
• Provide technical support for device lifecycle management, including provisioning, updates, and decommissioning

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience relative to duties above
• Must be US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing embedded firmware for microcontrollers and wireless modules in regulated or mission-critical environments
• Proficiency in C/C++ and secure firmware development practices
• Experience implementing OTA update frameworks and secure boot processes
• Familiarity with AWS Greengrass, IoT Core, and cloud-based device management
• Knowledge of BLE, MQTT, and secure wireless communication protocols
• Understanding of DoD cybersecurity, safety, and RMF requirements for embedded systems
• Experience supporting field deployment, troubleshooting, and operational support for distributed embedded systems
• Strong documentation and communication skills, including the ability to produce technical specifications and update guides

Compensation and Benefits

NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $68,076 - $141,826. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. The position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For Pay Transparency information, please click here. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.

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