Firmware Engineer

HID; Durban; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security technology company in Durban seeks a Firmware Engineer to develop the Biometrics product line in an embedded Linux environment. Candidates should have a BSc in Electronic Engineering and strong C/C++ skills. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, secure software development, and problem-solving. The company supports flexible work arrangements and values diversity in its workforce. Join us to empower trusted identities across the globe.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• 2+ years of practical engineering experience.
• Comfortable working with in‑circuit emulators.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with other teams to ensure successful delivery of products.
• Participating in security reviews to identify problems.
• Writing good, maintainable code.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Proficient in C/C++

Ability to analyse a problem

Experience with distributed embedded systems

Familiarity with Git and Git workflows

Dedicated to learning and continuous growth

Education

BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Tools

GNU toolchains

gdb

cmake

Job description

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Firmware Engineer

Location: Durban, South Africa

Job ID: 39876

Profile Summary

At HID, as part of the Physical Access Control Systems business unit we produce cutting‑edge security products. The PACS business is highly visible and one of our most significant portfolios within HID Global. The PACS products include smart cards, mobile access, identifications, software, services and controllers for physical access control. You would be joining as a firmware engineer where you will get to work with the teams in a Scaled Agile environment. The primary focus of this role is the development of the Biometrics product line. You will be working in an embedded Linux environment, implementing secure and performant applications.

Who are we?

HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. We are a high‑tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,000 worldwide employees. Check us out: www.hidglobal.com and https://youtu.be/23km5H4K9Eo. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/hidglobal/mycompany/

HID is an Innovative High‑Tech Security Company!

At HID you will work as part of a team to deliver high‑quality features and products to our customers. You will be involved in secure software development and have input on how best to achieve our goals.

As an Engineer, you’ll support HID’s success by:

• Collaborating with other teams to ensure successful delivery of products.
• Participating in security reviews with the team helping to identify problem areas.
• Assisting in finding solutions to the identified problems.
• Participating in preparing, reviewing, and completing project documentation.
• Writing good, maintainable code.
• Working on setting up and maintaining DevOps pipelines.
• Helping to identify and rectify security‑related issues.

Your Skills, Experience and Education must include:

• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of practical engineering.
• Proficient in C/C++, able to write performant, maintainable code.
• Ability to analyse a problem and determine the best steps to solve it.
• Ability to participate in the design process, providing insight and guidance.
• Comfortable working with in‑circuit emulators, GNU toolchains, gdb and cmake.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Experience with distributed embedded systems.
• Familiarity with Git and Git workflows.
• Dedicated to learning and continuous growth.
• Able to identify unknowns in assigned tasks and go through the discovery process.

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Familiarity with Yocto/Open‑Embedded Linux.
• Experience with Secure Software Development Lifecycles.
• Experience with cryptographic standards.
• Experience with QA processes.
• Familiarity with cyber security related tools and testing methodologies.
• SAFe or Agile experience.
• Experience with gitflow.
• Development experience in Rust/Golang

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employees work primarily in an office environment, within a well‑ventilated area, and are exposed to moderate noise levels.

Work Requirements

• Travel and fieldwork including international travel may be required, therefore employees must possess or can acquire valid travel authorization.

Why apply?

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. We are open to ideas, including flexible work arrangements, job sharing or part‑time job seekers.
• Integrity: You are results‑orientated, reliable and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted.

This opportunity may be open to flexible working arrangements.

HID is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

We make it easier for people to get where they want to go! On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it.

When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their careers around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.