Principal Software/Firmware Engineer

Post Date

Apr 26, 2024

Location

Richmond,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23219
US
Jul 11, 2024 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Software Engineering

Req #

RIC-700588

Pay Rate

$125k - $190k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Principal Software/Firmware Engineer to join one of our Fortune 200 clients in the Richmond area for a full-time position. In this role you will be:
* Developing internal infrastructure and implementing strategies to ensure current and future software engineering needs are satisfied to support development of inhalable product platforms.
* Leading embedded software and firmware development for innovative inhalable devices to meet design requirements and ensure system level integration.
* Serving as software/firmware system design authority.
* Leading technical discussions and problem solving for software projects and collaborating with platform and system architects on the impacts of design decisions.
* Building and leading a team of software engineers (internal resources and external design partners) on software engineering methodologies and new technologies; reviewing designs and architectures of the product development team.
* Serving as company SME for software/firmware activities and initiatives.
* Leading the development, integration and testing of firmware modules for various core device technologies in collaboration with internal and external partners.
* Crafting a roadmap for firmware modules to accelerate the prototype development and leading the development plan for these modules, including the firmware aspect of new technology and effective implementation of the roadmap.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

* Bachelor's degree required (Software Engineering or related field).
* 10+ years of relevant experience in design, engineering and testing of embedded software for electronic products.
* Experience building and leading internal/external software teams and implementing software engineering standard methodologies for embedded software development.
* Firmware design experience across the full product lifecycle within multi-disciplinary teams in industries such as small consumer electronics, automotive electronics, medical device manufacturers/ scientific instrument manufacturers and lab automation product or service providers
* Experience in Software and Firmware development of embedded applications, with solid experience with low-level C (drivers and RTOS), Python programming and technical project management using Agile practices
* Ability to establish the relationships, infrastructure and build effective partnerships with external suppliers to expand Software/Firmware capabilities
* Strong oral and written communication skills are required. Must have the ability to deliver effective formal presentations to senior management.
* Demonstrated ability to take a hands-on role in software development and to work closely with the team to diagnose and solve complex challenges.
* Experience developing software products within a regulated or high assurance environment and familiarity with the tools and processes needed to ensure design quality and traceability.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.