Remote Firmware Engineer Co-op — Medical Devices

Acist Medical Systems Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Medical benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Bracco Medical Technologies is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-op in the Bay Area (mostly remote, Pleasanton office) to support development and testing of next‑generation medical devices. You’ll contribute to firmware for MCU/ARM systems, implement cybersecurity features, and work on RTOS projects under experienced engineers.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a regulated medical device environment, collaborate with QA, RA, and hardware teams, and participate in code reviews, verification, and

Qualifications

• Minimum: Student pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Computer/Electrical/Software Engineering or related field.
• Familiarity with firmware principles, embedded systems concepts, and development environments.
• Preferred: Experience in firmware/embedded software development; strong C/C++ coding.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, SDLC, and software test life cycle.
• Ability to perform code reviews, debugging, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware for medical device MCU/ARM systems to meet performance specs.
• Create and execute firmware test plans and protocols; generate test reports.
• Collaborate with QA/RA/hardware teams on design reviews and requirements.
• Document solutions and transfer to manufacturing for mass production.
• Assist in safety, reliability, and serviceability considerations throughout development.

Skills

Firmware development

C/C++ on embedded systems

Python scripting

Cybersecurity concepts

Debugging tools

Embedded systems knowledge

Software testing

Team collaboration

Technical writing

RTOS knowledge

Education

B.S. in Computer Engineering / CS / Electrical Engineering

Tools

Emulators

JTAG debugging

MCU/ARM development tools

Job description

Bracco Medical Technologies is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-op in the Bay Area (mostly remote, Pleasanton office) to support development and testing of next‑generation medical devices. You’ll contribute to firmware for MCU/ARM systems, implement cybersecurity features, and work on RTOS projects under experienced engineers.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in a regulated medical device environment, collaborate with QA, RA, and hardware teams, and participate in code reviews, verification, and