Hybrid Junior Embedded Networking Firmware Engineer

Piper Companies; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Junior Firmware Engineer to sit onsite in RTP NC, joining a technology organization focused on networking and embedded systems.

You will develop low-level software for next-generation hardware, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to testing and documentation to deliver reliable products.

This early-career opportunity offers hands-on firmware experience and exposure to RTOS, networking protocols, and system-level design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of related experience or Master's degree in computer engineering, CS, or EE.
• Strong programming experience with C in embedded systems.
• Knowledge of embedded software architecture and RTOS concepts.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot embedded software for networking and hardware-based products.
• Participate in code reviews to improve quality, performance, and maintainability.
• Create and execute unit, integration, and system-level tests.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and validation teams to support product development.
• Document software designs, specifications, testing procedures, and activities.

Skills

Embedded systems

C programming

Networking fundamentals

RTOS concepts

Debugging methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

RTOS tools

Embedded software architecture

Job description

Piper Companies is seeking a Junior Firmware Engineer to sit onsite in RTP NC, joining a technology organization focused on networking and embedded systems.

You will develop low-level software for next-generation hardware, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to testing and documentation to deliver reliable products.

This early-career opportunity offers hands-on firmware experience and exposure to RTOS, networking protocols, and system-level design.