Senior Embedded USB Firmware Developer

HP; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 116,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

HP is seeking a Senior USB Firmware Developer to design and implement firmware for Android-based video conferencing devices. You will work with the full USB software stack and low-level platform capabilities, building secure, high-performance embedded applications.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate across teams, and contribute to architecture, standards, and testing strategies in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software development with a focus on embedded systems.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++ and firmware development in embedded environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop firmware for Android-based video conferencing devices.
• Lead development of embedded C/C++ applications with the USB stack.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture and standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and drive agile practices.
• Troubleshoot complex system-level issues in embedded environments.

Skills

Embedded C/C++

Embedded systems

USB firmware development

Android/Linux internals

Team mentoring

Agile methods

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Software Eng

Tools

Firmware debugging tools

USB stack expertise

Job description

Be part of something bigger at HP

At HP Inc., we believe technology should make life better for everyone, everywhere. That’s why we’re reinventing how people work, collaborate, and connect—through powerful devices, intelligent software, and services that span the entire technology lifecycle. As part of HP Solutions, you’ll help shape the future of work by building tools that empower millions of users around the globe.

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Be part of something bigger at HP

At HP Inc., we believe technology should make life better for everyone, everywhere. That’s why we’re reinventing how people work, collaborate, and connect—through powerful devices, intelligent software, and services that span the entire technology lifecycle. As part of HP Solutions, you’ll help shape the future of work by building tools that empower millions of users around the globe.

We’re looking for a Senior USB Firmware Developer who has extensive knowledge on USB driver, firmware, and software stack in Android/Linux, to help us build the next generation of video conferencing devices. If you thrive in a collaborative, agile environment and love solving complex problems, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop innovative firmware for Android-based video conferencing devices.
• In depth, hands-on, and extensive experience and knowledge on the full USB software stack is must-have.
• Build and enhance Android platform capabilities below the framework layer.
• Lead the development of secure, scalable, and high-performance embedded C/C++ applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define architecture, standards, and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system-level issues in embedded environments.
• Contribute to project planning, documentation, and testing strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and share your expertise across the team.
• Drive continuous improvement through agile and lean development practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on embedded systems.
• Proficiency in embedded C/C++.
• Experience with firmware development and debugging in embedded environments.
• Knowledge in following areas is a plus:
  • Network and security protocols
  • USB stack development
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi‑Fi
  • Video encoding/decoding (H.264, H.265, SVC)
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A passion for learning, innovation, and delivering high-quality solutions.
• Understanding of Android internals and Linux is preferred.

The pay range for this role is $116,150 to $182,400 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Long term/short term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Generous time off policies, including;
• 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
• 11 paid holidays
• Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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Schedule -

Full time

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No shift premium (United States of America)

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

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