Senior Firmware Engineer

Picarro; California, Santa Clara (MO, CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is looking for a Sr Firmware Engineer to lead the development of cutting-edge laser-based analytical instruments. This role will involve designing and developing firmware for various applications, including semiconductor manufacturing and air quality monitoring. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in SOC architecture and firmware development, along with proficiency in programming languages like Python and C. Join a forward-thinking team and contribute to transformative technology that impacts industrial metrology and environmental monitoring.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software development for instrumentation.
• Experience in SOC architecture and firmware development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute development programs for manufacturing systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to deliver system-level solutions.

Skills

Python

System Verilog

C programming

Firmware development

SOC architecture

RTOS

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

STM32

Xilinx

Job description

Sr Firmware Engineer

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Job Term: Full-Time

The Opportunity:

Picarro is seeking a Sr Firmware Engineer to participate and drive the development of the next generation of laser-based analytical instrumentation and system solutions for industrial metrology purpose.

These novel and transformative instruments will be deployed in a variety of applications, from semiconductor manufacturing to industrial emissions monitoring to air quality. The Sr Engineer will participate in the software design and development of the instrumentation and integrated solutions that will fulfill those needs. Experience with SOC architecture and FPGA is strongly desired.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute on a comprehensive development program to develop and manufacture systems that enable our customers' applications.


• Follow standard engineering practices, including creating Engineering Req Documentation, design review, and SDLC process.


• Design products for industry standard performance, reliability, manufacturability, scalability, and serviceability.


• Collaborate with other system engineers, optical designers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, software engineers, and process / manufacturing engineers to deliver system level solutions.

Requirements:

• BS preferred in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.


• 8 plus years of experience as a software developer in an instrumentation focused organization.


• Experience in SOC architecture (Xilinx) and Firmware development.


• Experience in developing firmware/drivers on STM32 or similar MCUs.


• Fluency in Python, System Verilog and C programming is required.


• RTOS experience is a plus.


• Experience with developing software drivers and control loops


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills