Senior Principal Embedded Firmware Architect

MKS Inc.; Andover (MA); Hybrid; USD 155,250 - 258,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Discretionary annual bonus

12 paid holidays

15 paid vacation days

6 weeks fully paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Inc. in Andover, Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Principal Firmware Engineer to lead the design and development of embedded firmware for advanced throttle valve products used in semiconductor manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded firmware development and technical leadership.

This role involves collaborating closely with teams to enhance product performance, while offering a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in embedded systems and firmware development, including control algorithms.
• Demonstrated technical leadership with strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Expertise in debugging and system bring‑up, using tools such as emulators and oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Leading the architecture, design, implementation, verification, and validation of embedded firmware.
• Collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams to understand customer requirements.
• Driving continuous improvement in firmware quality and development efficiency.

Skills

Embedded systems and firmware development

C and C++ programming

Technical leadership

Collaboration skills

Education

BS, MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field

Tools

Emulators

Oscilloscopes

Communication bus analyzers

Job description

MKS Inc. in Andover, Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Principal Firmware Engineer to lead the design and development of embedded firmware for advanced throttle valve products used in semiconductor manufacturing. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in embedded firmware development and technical leadership.

This role involves collaborating closely with teams to enhance product performance, while offering a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) with company match.