Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer

Entrust; Shakopee (MN); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Dental

401(k) matching

Life and disability insurance

Mental health coaching

Virtual fitness programs

PTO + holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Entrust is seeking a Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer to join our product development team in Minnesota. You will lead firmware design and architecture for embedded controllers used in printing and personalization systems for secure identities.

You will develop firmware across digital/analog/RF/power domains, participate in code reviews, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to meet high security and performance standards.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years in embedded software/hardware/firmware in product dev.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or CS.
• 6+ years C/C++ in embedded environments.
• Experience with embedded RTOS and Yocto/OpenEmbedded.

Responsibilities

• Design and architecture of embedded firmware for controller systems.
• Develop, test, debug and document firmware components.
• Work on firmware for digital/analog/RF/power/motion systems.

Skills

Embedded software

C/C++

Embedded Linux

Version control

Problem solving

Strong communication

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering or CS

Tools

Linux kernel development

Motor control

Smartcard technology

RFID technology

Job description

Join us at Entrust

At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.

Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.

Position Overview

Entrust is seeking a Staff Embedded Firmware Engineer to work within our product development team. This individual will perform the responsibilities outlined below and other duties as assigned. Join a talented and dynamic team of engineers developing systems used to print and personalize credit cards, passports, driver’s licenses, national IDs and more.

The Entrust Firmware team plays a key role in bringing this wide range of hardware products to life through use of embedded control of motors, sensors, vision systems, and a huge variety of personalization technologies, including smart card chip programming, laser engraving, and printing. The team works closely with other Engineering disciplines as well as cross‑functional teams to ensure our products meet the highest level of security and integrity, all while achieving industry leading levels of performance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for system firmware design and product architecture of embedded controller systems.
• Responsible for design/development, coding, testing, debugging, implementation and documentation of embedded firmware components or applications.
• Developing firmware for digital, analog, RF, power, and motion control systems.
• Participation in design and code reviews, hardware/software integration and development test.
• Understand and perform design trade‑offs in a collaborative team environment.
• Provide schedule input and communicate status to various levels of management, peers and team members.
• Develop or contribute to development and maintenance of policies, practices and standards.
• Continuously improve work processes to enable team efficiencies.
• Resolve product issues through problem evaluation, code modifications, development testing, and coordination with product support team members.
• Create product enhancements from requirements with an emphasis on system‑wide benefit and risk impact, iterative design, and thorough development testing.

Basic Qualifications

• 5 - 8+ years’ experience with embedded software, hardware and/or firmware in a product development environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent technical degree.
• Extensive experience (6+ years) with C++ and/or C in an embedded development environment.
• Experience with embedded Linux, VxWorks or other embedded real time operating system.
• Experience working with Yocto Project/OpenEmbedded for Linux system development.
• Experience with development processes, methodologies, and tools.
• Experience with revision control systems, e.g. Subversion, Git.
• Experience with unit and integration test methodologies.
• Shows strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Displays a high level of initiative and ability to deliver results on technical projects.
• Exhibits good engineering judgment and decision making.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to prepare written specifications.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization for US.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
• Experience in Linux kernel development.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas
  • Motor control.
  • Smartcard technology.
  • Color printing technology.
  • RFID technology.
  • Security concepts including encryption, PKI and vulnerability mitigation.
  • Laser control.
  • Networking protocols.
  • Scripting languages.
• Proficiency using AI tools to assist with code generation, analysis, documentation, and scripting.
• Ability to work autonomously with cross functional team members.

Where you will be

This role requires five days in the office for the first six months, with the option to transition to a hybrid schedule of three days per week onsite in Minneapolis, MN. Entrust operates with a distributed workforce.

About Entrust

Our growing company relies on curious, dedicated and innovative colleagues to anticipate the future and provide solutions for a more connected, mobile and secure world. Entrust technologies and expertise help government agencies, enterprises and financial institutions in more than 150 countries serve and safeguard citizens, employees and consumers. Each year, our solutions secure billions of transactions — and every day, our technologies issue and manage more than 10 million secure identities. How do we do all of this? Together. Join us. Together we’ll create solutions for a more connected, mobile and secure life.

For more information, connect with us at http://www.entrust.com/.

Entrust Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

At Entrust, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer career journeys. Here is what you can expect when you join our team:

• Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey. With learning-forward initiatives and exciting challenges, your growth is our priority.
• Flexibility: Life is all about balance. Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or on‑site, we offer flexible options that fit your lifestyle.
• Collaboration: Here, your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together to build a better tomorrow.

We believe in securing identities—but it doesn’t stop there. At Entrust, we’re passionate about valuing all identities. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect. From unconscious bias training for our leaders to global affinity groups that connect colleagues across the globe, we’re creating a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together.

Compensation Range

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $129,650-$190,153 per year (in the primary posting location). Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience. This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan.

• medical
• vision
• dental
• a generous 401(k) matching contribution
• life and disability insurance
• mental health coaching
• virtual fitness programs
• paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays
• parental leave and education reimbursement

Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.

For US Roles, Or Where Applicable

Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer

For Canadian Roles, Or Where Applicable

Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.

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