Senior Embedded Firmware Engineer - Real-Time Systems

Engtal; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Engtal is seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop high-performance embedded systems for electromechanical platforms. You will work on real-time control software and tightly integrated hardware in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

The role focuses on C++ development for microcontroller-based systems, hardware bring-up, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across hardware and software teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of embedded firmware and electrical design.
• Strong C++ experience in real-time or safety-critical systems.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop real-time embedded software in C++ for performance-critical applications.
• Design and implement firmware for microcontroller-based systems.
• Interpret datasheets and contribute to schematic design across digital and analog circuits.
• Collaborate on system architecture across hardware and software boundaries.
• Test, debug, and validate embedded systems in lab and real-world environments.
• Optimize performance, latency, and power consumption on constrained hardware.
• Document designs, architectures, and test procedures.

Skills

Embedded firmware

C++

Real-time systems

Hardware bring-up

Education

Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree

Job description

Engtal is seeking a Firmware Engineer to develop high-performance embedded systems for electromechanical platforms. You will work on real-time control software and tightly integrated hardware in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

The role focuses on C++ development for microcontroller-based systems, hardware bring-up, and cross-disciplinary collaboration across hardware and software teams.