Senior Principal Firmware Architect — Embedded Systems Leader

MKS Instruments; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 155,250 - 258,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including 12 holidays and 15 vacation days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

MKS Instruments is seeking a Senior Principal Firmware Engineer to lead the development of embedded firmware for advanced throttle valve products used in semiconductor manufacturing. In this role, you will work in a collaborative environment, focusing on architectural design, implementation, and validation of complex control systems.

The ideal candidate has a BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering and over 12 years of experience in firmware development, particularly in C and C++. You will play a vital role in enhancing product performance and ensuring customer success.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in embedded systems and firmware development, including control algorithms.
• Expertise in debugging and system bring-up.
• Demonstrated technical leadership with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, implementation, verification and validation of embedded firmware.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer requirements.
• Establish firmware development best practices and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Embedded systems experience

C and C++ programming

Control algorithms

Technical leadership

Debugging expertise

Education

BS, MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Emulators

Oscilloscopes

Communication bus analyzers

Version control systems

Job description

MKS Instruments is seeking a Senior Principal Firmware Engineer to lead the development of embedded firmware for advanced throttle valve products used in semiconductor manufacturing. In this role, you will work in a collaborative environment, focusing on architectural design, implementation, and validation of complex control systems.

The ideal candidate has a BS, MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering and over 12 years of experience in firmware development, particularly in C and C++. You will play a vital role in enhancing product performance and ensuring customer success.