Senior Firmware Engineer

Hid; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security technology firm in Durban is seeking a Senior Firmware Engineer to develop secure applications in an embedded Linux environment. The role requires strong C/C++ skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a Scaled Agile environment. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience and a BSc in Electronic Engineering, along with a dedication to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• 5+ years of practical engineering experience.
• Experience with distributed embedded systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborating with other teams to ensure successful delivery of products.
• Participate in security reviews with the team.
• Writing good, maintainable code.

Skills

Strong communication skills in English

Expert in C / C++

Proficient in developing within an embedded Linux environment

Ability to analyze a problem

Familiarity with Git and Git workflows

Experience with Secure Software Development Lifecycles

Education

BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Docker

GNU toolchains

gdb

cmake

Job description

Senior Firmware Engineer

Location: Durban, South Africa

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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 and 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 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.

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.

Role & Responsibilities

• Collaborating with other teams to ensure successful delivery of products.
• Participate in security reviews with the team helping to identify problem areas.
• Assist in finding solutions to the identified problems.
• Participate in preparing, reviewing, and completing project documentation.
• Writing good, maintainable code.
• Work on setting up and maintaining devops pipelines.
• Help with identifying and rectifying security related issues.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• BSc in Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of practical engineering.
• Expert in C / C++, not just able to write code, but able to write performant, maintainable code.
• Proficient in developing within an embedded Linux environment.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as Docker.
• Ability to analyze 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.
• Capable of taking a task assigned to you and demonstrating steady progress, realizing when you are going to be blocked and reaching out early.
• 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 / OpenEmbedded 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.
• Experience with DevSecOps and tools like Snyk and Zaproxy.

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 / Affiantative 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 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 61, colleagues in more than 70 different countries.

We empower our people to build their career 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 is important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Project Management and Engineering

Industries: Security and Investigations