Senior Firmware Architect - Embedded Systems Leader

AMETEK Inc.; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK Inc. is seeking a Senior Firmware Design Engineer to develop firmware and embedded software for laboratory and process instrumentation.

You will work with hardware, mechanical, and service engineers on multi-disciplinary product teams, taking ownership of firmware architecture and execution while delivering reliable, cost-effective solutions. The role requires an MS in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering or 10+ years of embedded software experience, strong C/C++ skills, and

Qualifications

• MS in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering or 10+ years of relevant embedded software/firmware experience.
• Fluent in C/C++ with embedded RTOS and Linux; Windows programming a plus.
• Experience with 8/16/32-bit microprocessors and drivers for sensors, displays, and communication protocols.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and control systems including CAN, USB, Ethernet, I2C/SPI.
• Experience integrating software and hardware in systems coordinating physical measurements.

Responsibilities

• Develop firmware architecture from product specs with hardware team to optimize cost, delivery, performance, and reliability.
• Lead or sole developer for firmware/software on projects.
• Collaborate with EE/ME teams on components, architecture, and implementation details.
• Perform analysis and feasibility assessments to meet specs.
• Document firmware requirements, create test cases, and build reusable modules.
• Provide technical support, conduct design reviews and project updates.
• Apply best design practices for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and testability.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded RTOS

Linux

Windows

Education

MS in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering

10+ years relevant experience

Tools

Github

JIRA

CI/CD

Job description

AMETEK Inc. is seeking a Senior Firmware Design Engineer to develop firmware and embedded software for laboratory and process instrumentation.

You will work with hardware, mechanical, and service engineers on multi-disciplinary product teams, taking ownership of firmware architecture and execution while delivering reliable, cost-effective solutions. The role requires an MS in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering or 10+ years of embedded software experience, strong C/C++ skills, and